Baradari (building)

Baradari also Bara Dari (Urdu: بارہ دری) is a building or pavilion with 12 doors designed to allow free flow of air.[1] The structure has three doorways on every side of the square shaped structure.

Because of their outstanding acoustic features, these buildings were particularly well-suited for performances by Raqasaz (dancer)s—the noble courtesans of India—and other artistes. They were also valued for their fresh air during hot summers. Bara in Urdu/Hindi means Twelve and Dar is door.

Baradaris

Some of the historic baradaris are Taramati Baradari,[2] Hazuri Bagh Baradari, Goshamal Baradari, Baradari at Palace of Man Singh I at Amer Fort Jaipur etc.[3]

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References

  1. "Promote lesser-known monuments of Delhi". The Hindu. Retrieved 27 January 2012.
  2. "Cultural Hamlet". The Hindu. Retrieved 27 January 2012.
  3. "Symbol of culture". The Hindu. Retrieved 27 January 2012.
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