Jahangir Mahal

Fusing in architectural styles of the Bundelas and Mughals, this monument was built by Raja Bir Singh Deo-1 to honor and display his solidarity towards Mughal Prince, Jahangir. Welcomed by the turquoise tiled walls and finely etched doors, the palace’s entry is marked with its Indo-Islamic influence that features large stone elephants that were symbolic for welcoming Indian Royalty. This three storey palace with over 100 rooms bears delicately carved windows and pillars on red and yellow sandstone that gives it a percy-brown color. The hanging balconies and domes overlook the square-shaped courtyard which resides in the inner compound of this palace. It is known that court performers used to entertain in this inner compound while the royals watched them through these hanging balconies and windows. This citadel of Orchha also bears influences of Timurid influences and its ostentatious iwans (rectangular hall) could easily fit war elephants and war artillery.
This monument stands the test of time and is located in a manner that provides a magnificent view of the forest on one side and the fortified complex and Betwa stream on the other. Though this palace was built in honor of Jahangir but it is said that he stayed in this palace only for a night.