What are the general features of Mughal gardens?

Features of Mughal Gardens:

• These are developed in Islamic architectural style by the Mughals in India and other countries.
• These gardens are frequently seen as a place for relaxation and meditation.
• Examples: The Taj Mahal Garden, Agra Fort, Humayun's Tomb Garden, and the Red Fort Garden.
• Design:
  • This gardening design was influenced by Persian, namely the Charbagh structure.
  • Gardens are formal in style; symmetrically designed in rectangular or square plots.
  • The garden area is divided into four plots by water channels. These four channels represent four rivers of life. 
  • The running water provides coolness and freshness to the garden.
  • The four plots are planted with trees, shrubs, etc.,
  • The axis is straight and central and sometimes represented by trees line.
  • The water pool created in the centre with over flowing water serves as the central specimen.
  • Fountains, cascades are linked to the central pool to create scenic beauty.
  • Mughal gardens are surrounded by a high, robust wall. The wall's summit is decorated with serrated battlements. 
• The entrances are often towering and beautiful. The doors are massive wooden structures studded with hefty iron nails and spikes.

 

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Q1) What is a Charbagh Structure?

Charbagh or Chahar Bagh (Persian: چهارباغ, chahār bāgh, meaning “Four Bāghs” (“four gardens”)) is a Persian and Islamic quadrilateral garden layout based on the four gardens of Paradise mentioned in the Qur’an. 

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