Mosque of Miyan Bai is located in Rajasthan above the Motikatra in the Dargah Bazar. The mosque has been built of red sandstone. According to a horizontal panel, the date of the construction of the mosque is 1643 A. D. The second panel mentions its name as `Mosque of Miya-Bai.` The mosque resembles the Shah Jahan mosque. It has five entrance arches that are supported by slender piers. These are almost identical in their style and architectural pattern to those of the imperial mosques. The central mihrab of the eastern facade of Miyan Bai`s mosque bears a resemblance to Shah Jahan`s larger mosque.
According to the inscriptions of the mosque, Miyan Bai has been identified as the wet nurse and favorite female attendant of Princess Zeb-un-Nisa. The princess had gifted her garden that was laid out at Lahore. The garden was set up under the supervision of the princess.
This article is a stub. You can enrich by adding more information to it. Send your Write Up to content@indianetzone.com
Related Links:
Monuments of Rajasthan
Mosques in India
Mosques in Rajasthan
Indian Dargas
Mosques of Delhi
Mosque of Miyan Bai
Mosque of Miyan Bai located in Rajasthan has been built of red sandstone. The building was constructed in 1643 A. D. and is identical to the Shah Jahan mosque.
Recently updated articles in Indian Monuments
Digvir Niwas Palace
Digvir Niwas Palace in Vansda, Gujarat is one of the popular heritage buildings that reflect the majestic architecture of the early 20th century.
Historical Monuments of Satara
Among the historical monuments of Satara the fort at Satara is the most famous. Most of the constructions here belong to the Marathas.
Architecture Of Bihar
Architecture of Bihar consists of Buddhist and Mughal style of architecture.
Historical Monuments of Bijapur
Historical monuments of Bijapur are found mainly in the form of palaces or `mahals` that were constructed primarily under the rule of the Adil Shahi d...
Monuments Of Bijapur
Monuments of Bijapur are many in number and most show the strong influence of Islamic architecture in their make.
Related articles in Indian Monuments
Monuments of Lakshwadeep
Monuments of Lakshwadeep are famous for their ancient religious feel and historical value.
Monuments of West Bengal
Monuments of West Bengal, mainly from the British era, are considered as priceless heritage of the state and attracts many tourists to the state.
Monuments of Telangana
Monuments of Telangana covers the ancient, medieval and modern historical structures illustrating the architectural grandeur and attracting thousands...
Architecture Of Andhra Pradesh
Architecture of Andhra Pradesh is an illustration of diverse types of Hindu, Buddhist and Islamic architectural styles.
Architecture of Lucknow
Architecture of Lucknow is mostly Islamic in nature. It is representative of 18th and 19th century Indian architecture. The architecture is broadly di...