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Aam Khas Bagh

Overview

  • •Aam Khas Bagh is the remains of a highway-inn.
  • •It was divided into two parts - the Aam for public use and the Khas for private use by royalty.

Highlights

  • Aam Khas Bagh is the remains of a highway-inn.
  • It was divided into two parts - the Aam for public use and the Khas for private use by royalty.
  • The inn was initially built by Akbar and planned by Mughal architect Hafiz Rakhna.
  • It was rebuilt by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan along the Mughal military road between Delhi and Lahore.
  • The Royal couple stayed in the old building complex while going to and coming back from Lahore.

Dress Code

Modest, respectful clothing is expected at this site.

Temple Layout

  • •The complex was famous for an air conditioning system called Sarad Khana.
  • •The Sheesh Mahal of the Daulat-Khana-e-Khas, the hamam and the tank had unique methods of heating water.
  • •The palace compound also had a set of fountains.
  • •Water for the fountains was drawn from a huge well nearby and circulated through underground conduits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Aam Khas Bagh is the remains of a highway-inn. It was divided into two parts - the Aam for public use and the Khas for private use by royalty.

It is about 1.3 km from central Fatehgarh Sahib.

The most comfortable months are January, February, March, October and November; June is the hottest, with highs around 37°C.

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Best Time

October to March

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