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Sher Mandal (Sher Shah's Pavilion) is a 16th-century historic Library within the Purana Qila fort located in Delhi, India. Designed in a blend of Indo-islamic, Timurid and Persian architecture, it is the only surviving palace structure within the fort and has become a tourist attraction.
Another prominent structure inside the Purana Qila is the Sher Mandal. This structure is believed to have been built by Sher Shah in around 1541 CE. After Humayun recaptured the throne, he is said to have converted this building into a library.
The Sher Mandal named for Farid (Sher Shah) who had tried to finish what was ordered by Babur but had died during the initial phase and so construction was halted until the arrival of Humayun. This double-storeyed octagonal tower of red sandstone with steep stairs leading up to the roof was intended to be higher than its existing height.
The Sher Mandal stands to the south of the mosque. This double-storeyed octagonal tower of red sandstone with steep stairs leading up to the roof. The structure was intended to be higher than its existing height but the work was stopped due to the untimely death of Sher Shah.
Jun 2, 2023 · The major attractions inside the fort are the Qila-i-Kuhna mosque of Sher Shah Suri, Sher Mandal (a tower, which is traditionally associated with the death of Humayun), a stepwell and the remains of the extensive rampart, which has three gates.
Nov 11, 2024 · Purana Quila represents a blend of Mughal and Afghan architecture, with red sandstone walls, imposing gates, the Qila-i-Kuhna Mosque, and Sher Mandal showcasing early Mughal design.
Aug 15, 2023 · The Sher Mandal is a compact octagonal structure built in red sandstone and sparingly decorated with white and black marble inlay. Emperor Humayun had a fatal fall on the steps of this very structure. Close to the Sher Mandal lies a baoli or a stepwell.
Sep 22, 2018 · Sher Mandal is the place where on the January 24 th, in the year 1556, the great emperor Humayun was knocked down from the second storey, and died two days later due to his fatal injuries. As this incident took place in the library, the entry is forbidden.
Sher Mandal, double-storied octagonal building at Purana Quila in Delhi. Sher Mandal, located inside Purana Quila was built on the recommendation of Babur by Farid (Sher Shah) for his son...
Join us as we explore the fascinating history and architecture of Sher Mandal, a historic monument located in the heart of Delhi, India.
