Nahar Jharokha

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History and Architecture

Have you heard of Nahar Jharokha? It’s a kind of fragmented balcony that is located near Hindola Mahal, Mandu, India. It was used by the sultan of Malwa to see his subjects. It was believed the tradition of Jharokha was started by Jharokha under Jhangir.

Let’s do a deep dive and explore the history and architecture of Jharokha.

It’s a double-story building consisting of the ground and first floors. The ground floor is divided into three parts with halls, whereas the first floor has rooms arranged in rows. The height of the rooms and rooms is shallow and designed in the form of a bent.

Nahar Jharokha dates back to the time when ruler Akbar came to Mandav, but people disagree with this. It was on big open balconies that the king came to hear the grievances of his subjects. A big open courtyard in front of the balcony is strategically positioned for the public gathering.

An effigy of the tiger once stood tall on the balcony, but unfortunately,, it no longer exists.  The balcony used to be called the Tiger Balcony due to this effigy.

How to reach Nahar Jharokha

Timing of Nahar Jharokha

6 am – 7 pm

Entry fees

Indian – Rs 25

Foreigner – Rs 100