Sheesh Mahal alias Palace of Mirrors is one of the local historic attractions
in Farukhnagar, around 21 kms from Gurgoan. Built by Nawab Faujdar Khan
in 1793, this major protected monument is a rectangular double storied
edifice built with local stone, slate and lime. The interior of the palace
is decorated with magnificent and elaborate mirror work which is similar
to the work of Mughal palaces at Delhi Red Fort. Within the complex of
the Sheesh Mahal, there is a jail which was used as a torture chamber.
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