Chowmahalla Palace, Hyderabad

Chowmohalla Palace This can be gauged from the fact that once it was called the heart of Hyderabad, it is highly respected by the people of Hyderabad, as it used to be the seat of the Asaf Jahi Empire. The beautiful palace was constructed between 1857-1895 during the reign of the fifth Nizam of Hyderabad i.e. Afzal-ud-Daulah and Asaf Jahan V.

This palace is a unique palace in the whole of India for its amazing style, carvings and grandeur. Decorated with huge pillars, this Durbar Hall is made of pure marble, on which the royal throne Takht-e-Nishan is also built.

The palace was actually built on 45 acres (1,80,000 m), but today only 12 acres (49,000 m) remain. The palace is also known for its attractive structural design. It consists of two courtyards, lush gardens And there are great fountains. Intricately carved designs adorn the entire palace.

1. The heart of this palace is called Khilwat Mubarak, it is held in high esteem by the people of Hyderabad, as it was the seat of the Asaf Jahi dynasty.
2. The clock above the main gate of Chowmahalla Palace is affectionately called "Khilwat Ghari". It has been running continuously for about 251 years.
3. A rare collection is present in the Council Hall located in this palace, in which manuscripts and valuable books are kept very well.
4. The most beautiful structure of this palace is the Roshan Bungalow located inside it, it is believed that the sixth Nizam lived here and he named this building after his mother Roshan Begum. The reconstruction of this palace was also started in the year 2005, which took 5 years.
5. Chowmahalla Palace was submitted for the Cultural Heritage Conservation Award organized by "UNESCO Asia Pacific Merit" on 15 March 2010.
   

📅 Last update: 2024-06-16 || ✍ Author: Sandhya Chauhan

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