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Octagonal Tower

tower, Agra Fort, Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India
Also known as: Musamman Burj
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Agra Fort: Octagonal Tower
Agra Fort: Octagonal Tower Interior room of the marble Octagonal Tower (Musamman Burj) in Agra Fort (Red Fort), Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India.

The Octagonal Tower, also known as the Musamman Burj, is a significant structure within the Agra Fort in Uttar Pradesh, India. This red sandstone fortress, built by Mughal emperor Akbar in the 16th century, served as both a military base and the royal residence when Agra was the Mughal capital. The Octagonal Tower itself was the residence of Mumtaz Mahal, Shah Jahan's favorite empress. The Agra Fort complex, a UNESCO World Heritage site, showcases the architectural grandeur of the Mughal reign, blending traditional Hindu elements with Islamic styles. The tower's octagonal shape is a distinctive feature within the fort's crescent-shaped walls.12

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