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Shahi Bridge, Jaunpur

Jaunpur district

8 story sections21 min 53 s in all

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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation2:34

    Welcome to the orientation tour of the historic Shahi Bridge, also widely known as the Akbari Bridge, situated in the heart of Jaunpur, approximately sixty five kilometers away from the ancient city of Varanasi. As you stand at…

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  2. 2River Gomti and the Founding of Jaunpur3:17

    Welcome to the first dedicated observation point of our audio guide tour, positioned along the picturesque vantage point overlooking the River Gomti, where we explore the foundational history and geographical prominence of…

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  3. 316th Century Afghan Architecture & 15 Stone Arches3:13

    Welcome to our second observation stop, situated along the side approach to the Shahi Bridge, which offers the most spectacular and unobscured perspective of the bridge lower structural elements and architectural profile. Please…

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  4. 4Southern End: Lion Tussling with Elephant Sculpture2:33

    Welcome to our third tour stop, located at the distinct southern end of the Shahi Bridge. Please follow the pedestrian footway to the southern exit point of the bridge, where you will encounter one of the most intriguing and…

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  5. 5Functional Bridge, Shopkeepers & Conservation Issues2:52

    Welcome to our fourth observation point, situated along the upper roadway deck of the Shahi Bridge. As you stroll along this elevated thoroughfare flanked by vibrant trade stalls and passing commuters, you are witnessing a rare…

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  6. 6View towards Jaunpur Fort and Turkish Bath2:41

    Welcome to our fifth observation point, situated on the Shahi Bridge with a commanding view looking toward the historic profile of the nearby Jaunpur Fort. Please position yourself along the bridge balustrade and look across the…

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  7. 7Surrounding Islamic Monuments and Landmarks2:49

    Welcome to our sixth observation point, positioned at the far side vantage point of the bridge. From this elevated location, we take a broader look at the extraordinary network of surrounding Islamic monuments and sacred…

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  8. 8Closing1:54

    Welcome to the final closing stop of our Shahi Bridge audio tour. Standing at this panoramic viewpoint overlooking the magnificent stone bridge and the serene currents of the River Gomti, we conclude our journey through centuries…

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What is Shahi Bridge, Jaunpur?

Shahi Bridge, Jaunpur is a place in Jaunpur district with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationJaunpur district
TypeHeritage
Story sections8
Total length21 min 53 s in all
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates25.7487, 82.6847
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