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Hazuri Bagh Baradari - Definition

The Hazuri Bagh Baradari is a baradari of white marble located in the Hazuri Bagh of Lahore, Pakistan. It was built by Ranjit Singh in 1818 with marble taken from various Moghul tombs and from the floor of the Hammam, or royal bath, in Lahore Fort. Elegant carved marble pillars support delicate cusped arches. The central area, where Ranjit Singh held court, has a mirrored ceiling. The pavilion consisted of two storeys until it was damaged by lightning in 1932.

Hazuri Bagh Baradari
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Gate of Badshahi Mosque in background
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