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| West of Hauz-Qazi in Lal Kuan Bazaar of Old
Delhi, Zinat Mahal was built in 1846 during the reign of Bahadur
Shah II (1837-57). The beautiful palace was constructed on the
order of Zinat Mahal, the favorite wife of the emperor and thus
is named after her. Though in a serious state of neglect, the
palace is survived by an imposing gateway, few arched pavilions
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| Since, emperor was very fond of Zinat Mahal,
she enjoyed all luxuries and comforts in this palace. The palace
was beautifully decorated with murals and other expensive items
to please the queen. Built on a very large scale, the money
was mainly provided by the rich merchants of Chandni Chowk.
Attended by the rows of servants in the palace, she would receive
a grand welcome in emperor's chamber. Beating of drums and playing
of other musical instruments would mark the arrival of her palanquin
lined with number of bodyguards. However, today it would be
difficult to imagine the brilliance and grandeur of this building
seeing its present condition. |
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