This is the most famous monument in Bijapur. It
is the tomb of Mohammed Adil Shah (ruled 1627-1657). Built in 1659, is the
mausoleum of Mohammed Adil Shah and some members of his family. Its vast dome
is said to be the Second Largest Dome, unsupported by pillars, in the world,
after St. Peter's in the Vatican City of Rome.
It is the
largest dome ever built in India, next in size only to St Peter's Basilica in Rome. A
particular attraction in this monument is the central chamber, where every
sound is echoed seven times. Another attraction at the Gol Gumbaz is the Whispering
Gallery, where even minute sounds can be heard clearly 37 metres away. Gol
Gumbaz complex includes a mosque, a Naqqar Khana (a hall for the trumpeters) (Now
it is used as museum) and the ruins of guest houses.
It is constructed in such a way that even a pin
drop can be heard distinctly from across a space of 38 m, in the Whispering
Gallery. The acoustics here are such that any sound made is said to be repeated
10 times over. In the surrounding ornamental gardens is an archeological
museum.
The Archaeological Museum
It has several curious objects like inscriptions,
sculptures, paintings, manuscripts, and weapons etc., displayed. It is near Gol
Gumbaz and is run by the Archaeological Survey.
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Photos: Sundar , Shriharsha B S - SPP Team - Relyon Bangalore
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Pictures are showing everything. Thanks for sharing. The Gol Gumbaz or the Gol Gumbadh means "rose dome" in reference to its shape, which is akin to a budding rose. It is a mausoleum of Mohammad Adil Shah, the sultan of Bijapur. It also contains the tombs of his wives and children. Check out more about Gol Gumbaz.