ANGURI BAGH

Khasmahal And Anguri Bagh Agbari Mahal Aramgah Or Anguri Bagh In ...


Anguri bagh was  flanked by the Khas Mahal on its east and red sandstone walkways on its other three sides. As the name suggests, Anguri Bagh was known for its rich harvests of grapes and flowers and was also the central area of the zenana. The garden was meant to be a private area of relaxation for the royal ladies.


 Anguri Bagh in Agra Fort, Agra, UP
It is made up of a concrete platform with a fountain in the middle. The garden is divided into various subdivisions with elaborate geometric patterns. To the northeast of Anguri Bagh are structures which were use as the royal bath houses or hamams and were extravagantly decorated with fine wall paintings.Anguri Bagh was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1637.



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