Ashrafi Mahal
अशर्फी महल
The grand ruins of a religious college opposite the Jami Masjid. Legend says a sultan rewarded his wives with gold coins for climbing the steps.
Ashrafi Mahal was originally a madrasa built by Mahmud Khalji and later expanded into his tomb. Beside it, a seven-story Victory Tower was built to commemorate his defeat of Rana Kumbha of Mewar, but today only its base remains. The name means 'Palace of Gold Coins', and legend says the sultan gave a gold coin to every wife who climbed one flight of steps, to help her lose weight. The high stone steps and surviving arcades are impressive. Admission is free, and the site faces the Jami Masjid across the road.
Opening hours
Sunrise to sunset
Nearby sights
- Jami Masjid, Mandu
- Mandavgarh Jain Temple
- Hoshang Shah's Tomb
- Chhappan Mahal Museum
- Lohani Caves & Sunset Point
- Taveli Mahal
- Jahaz Mahal
- Hindola Mahal