BIBI-KA-MAQBARA

In 1679 A.D. Bibi-ka- Maqbara was built by the last of the Great Mughals, Emperor Aurangzeb, in memory of his wife, Rabiaud-Durrani. It is eight kilometres from the town. It was modelled on the Taj Mahal at Agra, the creation of Aurangzeb's father, shah jahan. However, it is a poor imitation. The exterior lacks in symmetry. The structure is topped by marble dome but the walls are of plaster. An octagonal screen of perforated marble encloses the tomb. The interior decoration has nothing comparability the great architectual wonder at Agra. Yet, Bibi-Ka-Maqbara has its own splendour and grace. A high wall with bastions runs around the edifice. The recesses have little minarets. The entrance leads to an arch and from theis point, a fine view of the structure ahead may be obtained. The pavements that lead to the mausoleum are flanked by oblong reservoirs.