Jahaz Mahal Mandu is a historical fort located in the Mandav area in the Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh. Jahaz Mahal is a very famous tourist destination of Mandav, hence it is also known as Mandav's Fort and Jahaz Mahal. Jahaz Mahal is a symbol of the immortal love of Baz Bahadur and Rani Roopmati. The fort of Mandu is shaped like a ship, which has been built between two man-made ponds in ancient times. Jahaz Mahal is also known as "Hidola Mahal" because of its teddy walls. The first Islamic Sultan to rule this fort was Hoshangshah Ghori who ruled here during 1406-1435. The attractive structure and historical significance of the Mandu fort attract tourists, while its location on the banks of the Narmada River adds to its charm.
The ancient name of Mandav city was Mandavgarh, which was known as the world's largest fort city. Every year thousands of tourists from all over the world come here to visit the Mandu Ship Palace. Rani Roopmati Mahal, Hindaula Mahal, Hoshangshah's Tomb etc. are the major attractions in Mandu. The structure of Jahaz Mahal looks like a ship floating in a pond. Mandu Fort is an attractive structure built in the middle of the pond. The ship-like 100 meter long structure looks like a huge (huge) ship standing in the water when seen from a distance. The beautiful structure of Mandu is made on sight. There are 12 gates to enter Mandu city which is spread over an area of 45 kms.
This huge fort is also symbol of love as Taj Mahal because this famous fort was commissioned by Raja Baz Bahadur in the memory of his queen Rani Roopmati in 16th century and similarly Taj mahal was commissioned by mughal emperor Shah Jahan in the memory of his queen Mumtaz Mahal in 17th century. You can also be witness of taj mahal via one day agra tour from Mandu. In this trip all things will organize for you at your preferred date with considering every Friday is taj mahal close day because mumlim people offering prayer at here.
Timings Of Jahaz Mahal:-
The entry for Jahaz Mahal starts after 6am and remain open till 5pm for entry and it closes at 7 PM every day. It takes two hours to enjoy the glance of this architecture.
How To Reach:-
The nearest airport is Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar airport Indore at the distance of around 95 km and the nearest railway head is Ratlam railway station which is approx 130 km away from Jahaz mahal. Once after reaching on railway station or airport you can book taxi or cab to reach directly on Jahaz Mahal or you can prefer local transports as e-rickshaw or three wheeler. If you want to reach by road then it is a good choice because Mandu is well connected will all major cities of India and you can arrive here easily by bus or by own vehicle.
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