Chini Ka Rauza

चीनी का रोजा
monument in Agra
#6 in Agra / #310 in India
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by Varun Shiv Kapur
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Chini Ka Rauza is a funerary monument located in Agra, India, and is notable for being the tomb of Allama Afzal Khan Mullah, a poet and the prime minister of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. Constructed in 1635, the structure is renowned for its Persian-style architecture and intricate tile work, which gives it the name "Chini" (meaning "porcelain" or "china"). The monument is uniquely adorned with colorful glazed tiles that exhibit floral designs and calligraphy, making it a significant example of Indo-Persian art.


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