In 1575, Akbar constructed the Ibadat Khana (House of Worship) at Fatehpur Sikri. His vision was to bring together the best minds of every faith to discuss spiritual truths in an open space.

Mohammed, then an assistant archaeologist in AMU was attracted by the writings on Ibadat Khana by historians from Persia and a 1605 painting by Nar Singh, a painter in the court of Akbar.

Emperor Akbar's court shone with the Navratnas. These nine gems shaped Mughal culture and intellect. Abul Fazl wrote history. Raja Todar Mal reformed taxes. Birbal offered wit. Tansen composed music.

Akbar intended to make Fatehpur Sikri his capital, but lack of enough water forced him to shift base after 10 years of habitation. Diwan-e-Am or the Hall of Public Audience; Diwan-khana-e-Khaas or ...