TheMughal Bridge, atKarnal inHaryana state ofIndia, was built during the reign ofShah Jahan and it is mentioned inJahangir's memoirs ofTuzk-e-Jahangiri.[1]
The bridge was laid out by Shah Jahan.[2] It is an example ofMughal architecture.[2] The bridge was used to facilitate travelers during the 17th Century and locally called Badshahi Pul.[3] This bridge is also known as 'Old Badshahi Bridge'.This bridge was built around 1540-44 AD.Its situated near National Highway number 1.
Its structurally sound bridge consisting of three arches made up of stone. There are four domed shaped tops strengthened by buttresses and arches on either sides. This bridge is protected by Haryana Government but still in dilapidated condition.
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