Gol Gumbaz in Bijapur: A Majestic Mausoleum of King Ibrahim Adil Shah II with Unique Acoustics
Gol Gumbaz in Bijapur is the mausoleum of King Ibrahim Adil Shah II from the Adil Shah Dynasty. Constructed between 1626 and 1656 in Vijayapura, Karnataka, India, it showcases Indo-Islamic architecture with a circular dome, earning its name. The 17th-century structure is renowned for its unique acoustics, where even a faint crow's caw or a clap resonates throughout the grand building.
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