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Peacock Pillar
The four storied Man Singh Palace built on the majestic Gwalior Fort. was built in 1508 by HH Man Singh Tomar who reigned between 1486 - 1516. Two stories of the palace are under ground and the third is supported by richly carved pillars and brackets such as the ones pictured. This palace is one of the finest example of Hindu architecture. The palace is built on the outer wall of the fort raised above the cliff at about 300ft. The Mughals captured the fort in 16th century and this palace was used as the state prison. It was in this palace that Aurangzeb imprisoned his brother, Murad. Murad was later killed on Aurangzeb's orders.
Peacock Pillar
The four storied Man Singh Palace built on the majestic Gwalior Fort. was built in 1508 by HH Man Singh Tomar who reigned between 1486 - 1516. Two stories of the palace are under ground and the third is supported by richly carved pillars and brackets such as the ones pictured. This palace is one of the finest example of Hindu architecture. The palace is built on the outer wall of the fort raised above the cliff at about 300ft. The Mughals captured the fort in 16th century and this palace was used as the state prison. It was in this palace that Aurangzeb imprisoned his brother, Murad. Murad was later killed on Aurangzeb's orders.