Sheesh Mahal in Jaipur is a living example of how the times have changed and how the cityscape has changed. What was the purpose and necessity for Sheesh Mahal’s construction in ancient Rajasthan? This is a question that a lot of people ask.

In the past, this Mahal was constructed out of glass since the queen was not allowed to sleep outside, and she loved stargazing at night. The king then instructed his architects to create that kind of palace that could resolve the issue. The Sheesh Mahal was constructed with stones and glass. At night, the reflection of two candles in the glass gave the entire room the appearance of stars. The second factor was the need for a palace.

The King used to shift from Sukh Niwas to Sheesh Mahal during the winter months. The ceiling mirror glass gives the reflection of the candles and kept the room warm.

 The Mohammad Ali Park Durga Puja’s Joint Secretary, Mr. Ashok Ojha, said: “The Sheesh Mahal Pandal will brighten its surroundings and breathe life into them with millions of flickering reflections. At this Pandal, one can recall the lovely palace’s past. It will be a representation of the splendor and elegance of the Rajasthani royal family. You will be fascinated and awed by the different paintings and artworks in the Puja Mandap. This pandal’s artistry is astounding. The venue’s splendor is enhanced by the wall murals depicting hunting scenes as well as the outstanding mirror and glass work”.

Mohammad Ali Park’s Durga Puja surely will be eye-catching and attract a lot of people.

Priyanka Dutta