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About Shahzadi ka roza
Stands as a metaphor for unfulfilled love, Shahzadi ka roza is a must-visit tourist destination for history buffs and those who have an interest in tragic love stories. Built in the 15th century by the governor of Chanderi, Hakim, in memory of his daughter, Mehrunnisa.
The Legend of Shahzadi Ka Roza
As per the folklore, Mehrunnisa, a Mughal princess, fell in love with a commoner, but her father, Hakim, did not approve of the relationship. He sent assassins to kill him. When the princess got the news, she rushed to save him, but he had lost the battle of life. Unable to stand this, she ended her life. From the grief, Hakim built a memorial and buried the star-crossed lovers together. He dug a pond around this so that no one could reach the tomb, while this pond does not exist today. Symbolising the tragic end of a love story, Shahzadi ka Roza stands as a striking monument in the middle of green fields.
Architectural Marvel of Shahzadi Ka Roza
The structure is a beautiful example of Mughal architecture that features carved stonework, arches, and domes. Built on a 12-foot-high platform, the monument is made of grey-coloured sandstone. There are two storeys, where the first floor is surrounded by walls and the second story, which is actually a series of arched structures. Like in other structures in Chanderi, the double-storey structure has five blind ogee arches and carved serpent brackets.The same elements are found in the Jami Masjid located in Chanderi.
Adding to the elegance of the structure, brackets are placed to support the monuments on both levels, which are simple and curved. A square room inside the interior of the monument is surrounded by five domes, a larger one in the middle and four at the corners. However, most of these domes are in dilapidated condition. Colour tiles beautifully decorated the upper surface of the monument and still can be seen. Inside the mausoleum, there consists of a single square room housing two sarcophagi. But the identities of those buried remain uncertain.
Best Time To Visit
The best time to visit the Shahzadi ka Roza is during the winter months from October to March. The weather is pleasant, and just a short walk away from Chanderi bus station is a great place to visit for those who are interested in history, tragic love stories, and architecture.
How to Reach
It is located at a distance of 1 km away from the Chanderi bus stand.
By Car:
Chanderi is well-connected by road to major cities in Madhya Pradesh and other nearby states. You can hire a taxi or drive your own car to reach the monument. The distance from Bhopal to Chanderi is approximately 230 km, and from Gwalior, it is about 220 km.
By Train:
Chanderi has a railway station, which is connected to major cities like Delhi, Bhopal, Indore, and Gwalior. From the railway station, Shahzadi Ka Roza is just 2 km away, and you can easily hire a taxi or an auto-rickshaw to reach the monument.
By Air:
The nearest airport to Chanderi is the Rajmata Vijaya Raje Scindia Airport in Gwalior, which is around 200 km away. From the airport, you can take a taxi or a bus to reach Chanderi. Alternatively, you can also fly to Raja Bhoj Airport in Bhopal, which is around 230 km away from Chanderi.