GATEWAYS OF MUGHAL SARAI (GHARAUNDA)

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GATEWAYS OF MUGHAL SARAI
Location - Gharaunda town, Karnal, Haryana
Situated - Near Bus Stand of Gharaunda NH-1 (NH-44)
Time period- 1632
Status - Protected By ASI

The Sarai (Rest room) was built by Feroz Khan in 1632 AD during the reign of Mughal emperor Shahjahan. Sarai was built for the rest of travellers in Delhi-Multan route at that time. At present, there are two gateways present here are located within a distance of about 100 meters. The gateways are two storey high, composed of Lakhuri bricks. The main opening is composed of a multifoileted arch within a large arch. The main feature of the northern gateways includes two circular bastions at both ends with fluted surface. Wall surface on either side of the arched gateways are embellished with niches and projecting balconies over brackets. Although similar to the northern gateway in most features, the southern gateway is devoid of bastions in the exterior facade. There is a room in upper storeys in south and north side of both gateways. Interior of gateways is octagonal with arches and stairs. Also the upper storey was built for security purpose.





SIDE PORTION 

SECOND GATEWAY

UPPER STORY STRUCTUREAdd 








But now nearby areas are totally encroached and most of the structure is totally vanished. Custodian has no awareness about this heritage and they used as a dump yard. They need more attention by custodians and Department. 

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