jan 1, 1580 - Fatehpur Sikri

Description:

1) Akbar initially started construction of Agra fort which was his capital but later shifted to Fatehpur, in memory of Sufi saint Chisti

2) Panchmahal:
i) 5-story building
ii) Receding structure with hanging balconies and large no. of columns & lintel roofs
iii) Inspired by Rajput Architecture
iv) Topmost is a fusion of Dome + Shikhar

3) Salim Chisti Tomb:
i) Created in Pearl white marble
ii) Finest example of Jali work

4) Ibadat Khana:
i) Hall for religious discussion with represntatives from all religions

5) Other building:
Jahangir Mahal, Birbal Palace, Jodhabai Palace
Diwan-i-Aam: General Public
Diwan-i-Khas: Officials

(Tudor type of arches (3rd) were created)

Temples:
Govend dev temple, Mathura
Keshav Rai Temple, Mathura

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