Jahaz Mahal
| Jahaj Mahal | |
|---|---|
Jahaj Mahal | |
| Former names | Front view of Jahaj Mahal |
| General information | |
| Type | Retreat or Inn |
| Architectural style | Mughal, Indo-Islamic |
| Location | South Delhi |
| Coordinates | 28°30′51.49″N 77°10′42.67″E / 28.5143028°N 77.1785194°E |
| Current tenants | Ruins |
| Completed | 1452-1526 |
| Client | Mughal Dynasty |
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Jahaz Mahal (in Urdu language ‘Jahaz’ means "Ship" and ‘Mahal’ means "Palace", the "Ship Palace") is located next to Hauz-i-Shamsi in Mehrauli, Delhi. It was so named, since its reflection (illusion) in the surrounding reservoir looked like a ship floating on a lake. It is inferred to have been built during the Lodi dynasty (1452–1526) as a pleasure resort, Sarai or an inn.