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Chanderi is surrounded by
hills, lakes and forests, and there are several monuments of Bundela
Rajputs and Malwa Sultans. Noteworthy among them are:
The Fort
Dominating the skyline of this lovely old town, is a Mughal fort. The
vast fort was built on a 200 metre high hill during the Mughal period.
Its main gate is known as the "Khooni Darwaza".
 Koshak
Mahal
According to historical records, Koshak Mahal was ordered to be built by
Mahmud Khilji of Malwa when he passed through Chanderi in 1445 AD. The
original plan of the Khilji ruler was to construct a seven-storey palace
though only two could be completed during his life time. The Mahal is
divided into four equal parts and has architecture similar to Mandu.
 Badal
Mahal Gate
A gate without a Mahal, it was constructed to commemorate some important
victory.
Jama Masjid
With imposing domes and long arcades, this is possibly the biggest
mosque of the erstwhile Madhya Bharat State.
Shahzadi Ka Rouza
The name is attributed to some unknown princess. The building is
decorated on the exterior with ornamental arches and a band of
geometrical designs.
 Parameshwar
Tal
Built by Bundela Rajput Kings, the picturesque Parameshwar tank is
situated half a mile to the north-west of Chanderi town. It has on its
bank a well-carved temple and cenotaphs of three Rajput Kings.
Battisi Bavdi
Built by Sultan Ghiyasuddin Shah in 1485, the Battisi Bavdi derives its
name from a flight of thirty two steps.
Buddhi (Old) Chanderi
The old Chanderi city has a number of Jain temples of 9th and 10th
centuries. It attracts thousands of Jain pilgrims from all parts of the
country every year.
Thruvanji
26 km South-West of Chanderi is the old village of Thruvanji. The
village has a number of Jain temples of the early medieval period.
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