Obscure India

August 28, 2009

Golgumbaz mughal architecture framed gateway morning - Bijapur, Karnataka, India - Daily Travel Photos
(Bijapur, Karnataka, India)
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Golgumbaz Floor Inside - Bijapur, Karnataka, India - Daily Travel Photos
(Bijapur, Karnataka, India)
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A mausoleum for a deceased Muslim ruler, Mohammed Adil Shah. His wives, mistress and other members of his family are also entombed within. The second photo shows the textured floor of the Golgumbaz lighted by one of the few windows in the massive interior of the building.

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1 Comment - Obscure India

1) Suhas Shelke -

what a clean exposure and framing of golgumbaz ..very nice!

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