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Moosi Maharani Chattri

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    Moosi Maharani Chattri (centopath) is one of the famous tourist spots in Alwar, Rajasthan. Chatris are actually elevated dome shaped structures or pavilions. These are an element in the Indian Architecture or funerary sites. These are the basic elements of Hindu as well as the Mughal architecture. The term Chatri literally means canopy or umbrella.

    Moosi Maharani Chattri

    The Moosi Maharani Chattri is a very impressive structure built by Vinay Singh. It is situated on the banks of a beautiful lake Sagar. This is dedicated to Bakthawar Singh's mistress Rani Moosi, who performed sati here. The centopath is a reflection of Indo-Islamic style of architecture. The upper portion of the structure is made up of marble with columned pavilions and domed arches with exquisite floral tracery. The lower portion is made up of pillared red sandstone. The ceiling is adorned with court scenes and mythological scenes. All these scenes are in faded gold leaf paintings and beautiful sculptures adorn the ceiling. The memorial is rated as one of the finest and best of its kind. The Sagar Lake is picturesque with a concrete catchment. The pattern of stairs and tiny kiosks make perfect symmetry.

    This is a double storied centopath and the upper storey has some splendid arches and unusually rounded roofs. The interiors have some great frescos and you can see peacocks around the place.

    There is a huge water tank created by Vinay Singh in 1815. The tank is lined with steps on three sides like a step well. There are several temples on the bank of this tank.