Moghul architecture of Fathpur-Sikri pt.2. It stands as the biggest palace of Akbar's harem and is built as per distinctive Rajput architecture. Mariam Zamani's palace in Fatehpur Sikri, mother of prince Salim, came to be known as Jodha Bai Palace. The History of Nations: India and Modern Persia. References In The Press To The Visit Of Their Royal Highnesses, The Prince And Princess Of Wales To India, 1905-06. The history of Aryan rule in India from the earliest times to the death of Akbar. The palace is built with red sandstone which also makes it very beautiful.
The superstructure of the building comprises chhatris, pillars with wall brackets, semicircular domes and several niches. The western suite, which serves the purpose of the temple, contains beautiful curvilinear pillars with brackets. It contains vedikas and other Hindu motifs. There is a suite in the palace which served as a temple. Many motifs can be found in the interior like swans, elephants, parrots, Srivastava marks etc. This palace has distinct Gujarati and Rajasthani architectural patterns. Several Hindu motifs have been used in the building alongside Lord Krishna depictions on the walls, which confirms that the occupant of the building was a Hindu lady. This palace was internally also connected to the palace of Akbar.
It also has a Hindu temple and a tulsi math used by his Hindu wife for worship. The majestic gateway of the Palace of Jodha Bai
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