Indo-Islamic Monuments in Haryana
  • Indo-Islamic Monuments in Haryana
  • Indo-Islamic Monuments in Haryana
  • Indo-Islamic Monuments in Haryana
Indo-Islamic Monuments in Haryana

Indo-Islamic Monuments in Haryana

 
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Barakhambha Mosque, Sohna

Located on the north of town, a group of three structures make the Barakhamba Complex; these include a Mosque, a Baradari and a Tomb. The mosque is a rectangular structure with two tapering bastions located at corners on the rear. The main entrance or the front is flanked by an arcaded verandah added later. The interior spaces are covered with three domes on octagonal drums, where the central dome is higher than the other two. The central done is plain while the other two are ribbed; all three topped with inverted lotus. A band of crenellations is located at the parapet level forming a decorative feature of this structure. The Baradari is a colonnaded structure with a domical roof, located next to the Mosque. Some walls have been added to this structure by the occupants in the recent past. A tomb is located in close proximity to the Baradari; a rectangular shaped structure covered with domes supported over octagonal bases. It is home of the caretaker of the mosque. The Barakhambha Mosque has been made functional by a Muslim caretaker for worship and as a madrasa.

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Barsi darwaza, Hansi

The Barsi Gate was one of the southern gates of old Hansi town, and with the destruction of the town wall is now the only surviving gateway of the town. The city has grown around the gate and a bustling market is located in the vicinity. The gate is named after the village of Barsi, situated to the south of Hansi. The Barsi Gate is a sizeable baked brick structure with a central archway flanked by defensive towers. The building has been restored many times, but it has preserved most of its original appearance. According to the foundation inscription embedded on the wall of the gate, it was built in 1302, at the time of Khalji sultan Ala-al din Muhammad. Importantly it is one of the earliest Indian epigraph recorded in Persian verse, and also that it gives the date in Persian rather than in Arabic-a practice seen in India from the end of the 13th century. The Lodhi restoration can be seen at both the northern and southern sides of the gate. Early survey reports a restoration by the Municipal Committee in the 19th century, but it seems that the restoration involved no more than general repairs.

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Bhondsi Mosque Complex, Bhondsi

A mosque and a tomb together form the Mosque Complex at Bhondsi, a small village midway from Gurgaon to Sohna. The mosque complex is located along the State Highway and it is in dilapidated condition due to neglect. The mosque is a rectangular structure with three bays. A set of three arched openings lead into the interiors, where the central opening is higher than the adjoining two. Interiors of the mosque are covered with 3 domes; a plain central one, flanked by two ribbed ones on either side, topped with inverted lotus. The main façade is adorned with niches in rectangular panels flanking the arches. Four tapering, circular turrets are located at the rear of the building, marking three interior bays. The structure is constructed in stone and plastered. Interior are decorated with niches located at various heights. A tomb is located facing the mosque. It is a square structure accessible through arched openings located at two walls facing each other. The interiors are covered with a dome resting on an octagonal base. A continuous chajjas supported over brackets and parapet run along the perimeter of the structure. The exterior of the tomb is decorated with a row of niches flanking the arched openings.

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Bu-Ali Shah Qualandar Complex, Pani...

Bu-Ali Shah Qualandar's Dargah Complex comprises many structures like with several other structures including Bu Ali Shah Qalander ki Dargah Mubaraq Shah, Muqqarab Khan, Hali and Farukhidin Masjid, and space for pilgrims. Shaikh Sharaffuddin Abu Ali Qalandar was son of Salar Fakhruddin born in 1202. He lived in Karnal but spent most of his life in Panipat, where his father had migrated from Iran. At his death, sons of Alauddin Khilji, Khizr Khan and Shadi Khan erected his tomb. The Structure of Bu Ali Shah Qalander ki Dargah surrounding the grave is quite large and is accessible though an arcaded verandah from the south. Hali’s tomb is located within the courtyard on the south side. Hali was a famous poet and his original name was Khwaja Altaf Husaain. Muqqarab Khan was Jahangir’s noble and his tomb is located to the west of Bu Ali’s tomb. His father and grandfather were renowned surgeons. A screened verandah with flat ceiling is located on the south of his chamber that houses six graves, mainly of Muqarrab Khan’s family. Chamber is covered with bangaldar roof.

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Buawala Tank, Jhajjar, Haryana

The Bua Hasan Talab is located to the east of town on Jhajjar-Delhi road near the group of 7 tombs. This tank was built in 1625 by Kalal Khan a mace bearer of Emperopr Jehangir. The tank has undergone many renovations and lost most of its original fabric. The tank is square in plan, approximately, 60 m x 70 m with steps from east, west and south side and ramp from the north side. The structure is constructed of brick and clad with stone at upper level. A small channel is located on the northeast corner and is believed to be the source of water for the tank.

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Bungalow of George Thomas, Hisar

The house of George Thomas is also identified as 'Jahaj Kothi' by Haryana State Department of Archaeology and Museums, the agency which is responsible for protecting this building . It's a one storey house which is believed to have been the residence of George Thomas and in the first decade of 19th century reknowned British officer James Skinner also resided here for some time. The building has been recently restored by the protecting agency.

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