The Swimming Pool within Jahaz Mahal

The Lotus shaped pool partially visible in this picture on the top right corner was the swimming pool on the first floor and an exact replica of it lies beneath on the ground level of the Jahaz Mahal. The Spiral structure which is the focus of this picture, shows the water purifying system of the period. Water coming from Kapur Lake through pipes used to gush into these spirals and due to the circular motion, used to slow down leaving behind the impurities and letting only the clearer water flow into the pool.This spiral system has a form composed by two integrated snakes.Now isn't this an architectural marvel of the period?

The Magic of Mandu

A view of the Jahaz Mahal (Ship Palace) which is called so because of its structure which resembles a ship since it is flanked by water bodies on three sides and when you're on the upper level, it seems like you are floating amidst the sea.This palace was built by Ghiyas-ud-din, son of Mohammed Shah, for his harem. According to the legends, this harem was home to 16,000 maidens which he used to seize during battles.