The emperors apartments lies on a higher terrace beyond
a two tiered decorative gateway, 'Ganesh Pol, covered with elegant frescoes
and pavilions having fascinating jali (Lattice worked) screens. The 'Jai
Mandir' (hall of victory) has a glittering ceiling with mirror pieces
on stucco and elegant inlaid panels. The 'Diwan- E- Khas', hall
of private audience is similar in ornamentation to Jai Mandir and the
'Seesh Mahal', hall of Mirrors known for its craftsmanship in mirrors,
is the most spectacular of the lot. Thousands of mirror pieces adorn the
walls and the ceiling that, any streak of light makes them sparkle and
illuminates the entire room. In front of the Jai Mandir is the 'Sukh Niwas'
(hall of pleasure) with a door made of sandalwood, inlaid with ivory with
a channel running through, which formerly carried cool water acting as
an air cooler.
The zenana or the women's apartments and frescoes depicting
Krishna Leela scenes surround a spectacular courtyard. There are private
chambers from where the royal women could watch the proceedings of the
royal court in privacy. The well-proportioned garden, Kesar Kyari in the
center of Maotha lake and the Dilaram Bagh at its north end provide a
spectacular view of the palaces.
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