Mughal Sarai, Shambhu (Patiala)

Mughal Sarai, Shambhu (Patiala) is a 'Caravan Sarai'. Mughal Sarai is situated at Shambhu Village near Rajpura in Patiala District in Punjab. Patiala is a former princely state, famous for its glorious Forts, Palaces, extensive gardens like Quilla Androo Sheesh Mahal, Moti Bagh Palace, Baradari Garden, Art Galleries and National Institute of Sports.

It was built by Sher Shah Suri, the founder of Suri dynasty, popularly known as the Lion King. He built the Mughal Sarai on the Grand Trunk Road linking up Peshawar to Dhaka (now in Bangla Desh).

Mughal Sarai, Shambhu (Patiala) has two magnificent gates at the entrance. It was built to provide shelter to the tourists and travelers who came from far off places. The rooms of the sarai are constructed on all sides of the building. The mosque is at the center of the sarai. with a mosque in the center and rooms on all sides for the travelers.

Mughal Sarai, Shambhu (Patiala) is famous for the baradari located on the outer side of the sai. Baradari is a building with 12 gates. A deep well was also constructed by her Shah Suri for the convenience of the travelers.