General View. The Khas Mahal and Summan Burj Agra Fort, Agra.
[Original title] Built by Akber the great in 1655 A.D.
Emperor Shah Jahan built the Khas Mahal in the 1630s. This structure showcases Islamic-Persian features. The Khas Mahal of Agra Fort is an airy edifice that overlooks the Angoori Bagh and was built for the two favorite daughters of the Emperor. The windows of this building have beautiful perforated stone screens that offer a fabulous sight of the riverfront. Two copper-roofed pavilions flank Khas Mahal. The one made up of red stone was used by the ladies of the harem. The other built of white marble was believed to be adorned with gold leaf.
On the left side of the Khas Mahal, is an octagonal tower having an open pavilion, called the Musamman Burj. This open pavilion was constructed by Shahjahan for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. This structure has delicate marble lattices having beautiful niches that was used by the ladies of the court to view the surroundings without being seen.