Hyderabad Marvel: 300-Year-Old Dabirpura Gate Built with Eggs & Jaggery Defies Floods

• Hyderabad's 300-year-old Dabirpura Gate, built in the 18th century, is a testament to ancient engineering.
• Its unique construction used a mortar of traditional lime, stone, egg whites, jaggery, and black lentils for strength.
• This special mixture provided exceptional water resistance, allowing the gate to stand firm for centuries.
• The gate famously withstood the devastating 1908 Musi River flood (Tughyani-e-September) that destroyed other city structures.
• Conservation efforts are now underway to preserve this historical landmark for future generations.