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Mughal Period • The Renaissance period of Europe corresponds with the Mughal rule in India .• It started with Babur defeating Ibrahim Lodi at Panipat in 1526. • The northern part of India was quickly conquered by the Mughals Fatehpur Sikri • Fatehpur Sikri is a palace complex, built by the Mughal Emperor Jalal’ud-Din Muhammad Akbar (reg.1556-1605). • It was planned as the cultural, commercial and administrative centre of mughal empire. • Fatehpur Sikri is built in red sandstone, and is a beautiful blend of Hindu and Islamic architectural elements. Mughal-Library