Lotus mahal

                                                                  Hampi                                    

                                               Lotus Mahal or Chitrangini Mahal is an important secular structure in Hampi, India. The Lotus Mahal is an example of Vijayanagara style of architecture and is a two storied structure built in Rubble masonry and finely plastered. The structure was used as residue place for royal family of the Vijayanagara Empire.

                                                  Lotus Palace has three stories featuring an open design with long corridors, supported by 24 pillars and no walls. Pillars and arches of Lotus Palace have intricate carvings. A mix of Indian and Islamic design style can be seen in Lotus Mahal. Couple of watch towers can be seen at a short distance from Lotus Mahal. Elephant enclosure is located a short distance away. Besides being an engineering marvel, Lotus Palace is quite photogenic as well.