Jharokha

   A jharokha is a type of overhanging enclosed balcony used in Architectural of Rajasthan. Jharokhas jutting forward from the wall plane could be used both for adding to the architectural beauty of the building itself or for a specific purpose. One of the most important functions it served was to allow women to see the events outside without being seen themselves.
The jharokha is a stone window projecting from the wall face of a building, in an upper story, overlooking a street, market, court or any other open space. It is supported on two or more brackets or corbelling, has two pillars or pilaster, balustrade and a cupola or pyramidal roof; technically closed by jalies but generally partly open for the inmates to peep out to see passing processions. 
The projected balcony is an essential element of Rajasthani architecture, both as decoration and as a viewing platform.  Jharokhas are mainly used in palaces, havelis and temples.

                                   Jharokha at adalaj step well
                                           
                     Jharokha at Doshivada Ni Pol



Jharokha at Rajasthan 

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