Ballimaran derives its name from the boatsmen (balli meaning oar, and maran meaning rowers) of the Mughal era. It served as a bustling hub for boat rowers. Brief History Ballimaran derives its name from the boatsmen (balli meaning oar, and maran meaning rowers) of the Mughal era. It served as a bustling hub for boat rowers. Local / Traditional Description Associated with the Built Heritage / Site Architectural Style Indo-Persian Description of Building / Structure / Site The site features a double-storey gateway with a pointed arch opening. The bays have flat ceilings. Carved brackets support the projected cornice of the upper storey. The gateway's arched design includes a multicusped arch above the main opening and a pointed arch in the interior. Structure Material and Other Material Used Primary Material: Lakhori bricks, plastered with lime mortar. Brackets: Made of red sandstone. Finishing: The structure is whitewashed with distemper paint.
