A chhatri (cenotaph) is a traditional umbrella-shaped domed pavilion built in Indian architecture to mark the cremation site of significant historical figures, serving as both a monument of respect and a lasting memorial to their legacy. Located near a serene talav (lake) in Savli, stands a cluster of these royal cenotaphs dedicated to the pioneers of the illustrious Gaekwad dynasty of Baroda. This sacred…
Chhatri
Located within the serene Damajirao Baug in Patan, the Shree Chhatrapateswar Mahadev Temple stands as a magnificent 250+ year-old testament to history, faith, and architectural brilliance. Originally constructed in 1773 AD (Samvat 1829) by the Gaekwad government at a cost of approximately Rs 25,000, this structure was initially built as a Samadhi (memorial shrine) or ‘Chhatri’ in honor of Maharaja Damajirao Gaekwad II, one of the influential…
Standing solitary on the eastern side of the Old Bridge over the Vishwamitri River is an ornate Chhatri. This structure was commissioned by Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III in memory of his biological father, Kashirao Gaekwad. My Father Although Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III was permitted to meet his biological father Kashirao only about once a month, he held immense love and…