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Mughal Tahakhana
24.8177° N, 88.1373° E
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The Mughal Tahakhana, also known as Shah Shuja Tahakhana, is an impressive example of Mughal architectural ingenuity located in Gauḍa, in the Chapai Nawabganj District of Bangladesh. Constructed between 1619 and 1658 CE by Shah Shuja, son of Emperor Shah Jahan, the palace served as a temperature control unit to provide comfort during winter months. The complex includes a three-domed mosque, a one-domed tomb, and a hammam, all surrounding a large reservoir named Dafe-ul-Balah. The architectural design employs concrete casting for ceilings and partitions, with black stone thresholds and wooden beams for the roof. Graves within the complex are believed to belong to companions of Shah Syed Niyamatullah. This site exemplifies the Mughal era's architectural prowess and its functional design, making it a significant archaeological site for understanding the cultural and historical context of the time.
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1619 CE, 1658 CE
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