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Entry Fee & Ticket
Open 6 days in week (Friday close) on 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, Entry fee for Indian adult Rs 50 and child below 10 Rs 10, For foreigner Rs 200 | Indian Citizens Adults - ₹50/-, Children (below 10 Years) - ₹20/-, Foreign - ₹400/-, Photography Charges (Only Mob
Opening Time & Days
Chowmahalla Palace opening and closing timing is 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Open Days
The Palace will be open for visitors only six days a week from Saturday to Thursday, Closed for visitors on Friday
Best Time to Visit
January, February, March
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How to Reach Chowmahalla Palace
Here's the closest transport hub for each option, with the distance from Chowmahalla Palace.
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10.0 km awayBy air · Nearest AirportFly into Begumpet Airport
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3.1 km awayBy rail · Nearest Railway StationTake a train to Malakpet Railway Station
About Chowmahalla Palace
Chowmahalla Palace, located in Motigali, Khilwat, Hyderabad, India, was the official residence of the Nizams of Hyderabad and the administrative center of the Asaf Jahi dynasty. The palace complex, whose construction began in 1750 during the reign of Salabat Jung and was completed during the reign of Afzal-ud-Daulah (1857–1869), spans approximately 12 acres. Famous for its mix of Mughal, Persian and European Neoclassical influences, the palace features symmetrical courtyards, large halls and decorative plaster decoration. Its design emphasizes formality spaces and royal hospitality, while the intricate workmanship reflects the cultural adulteration of Hyderabad's ruling class. Chowmahalla Palace continues to attract tourists, historians and architecture enthusiasts.
Architecture of Chowmahalla Palace
The Chowmahalla Palace is a blend of Indo-Islamic, Mughal, Persian, and European Neoclassical architectural styles, showcasing both aesthetic and functional planning. Its original construction began in 1750 during the reign of Salabat Jung, and Afzal ad-Daula made major additions and improvements between 1857 and 1869. The palace is built using granite, lime mortar, and plaster, and the entire complex features intricate carvings, arches, and domes. Its layout revolves around several courtyards, each used for ceremonial, residential, or administrative purposes. Notable structures include:
- Four main palaces: Afzal Mahal, Mahtab Mahal, Tahniyat Mahal, and Aftab Mahal
- Khilwat Mubarak – the central Durbar Hall with a marble throne
- Clock Tower – Mughal-style three-story tower
- Council Hall and ceremonial corridors
- Gardens, fountains, and open courtyards
- Supporting pavilions and ancillary residential structures
Interesting facts about Chowmahalla Palace
- The palace is named “Chowmahalla,” meaning “four palaces,” referring to its four main residential blocks.Khilwat Mubarak’s Durbar Hall contains 19 crystal chandeliers imported from Belgium, illustrating European influence.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.The clock above the main gate of Chowmahalla Palace is affectionately called "Khilwat Ghari". It has been running continuously for about 251 years.A rare collection is present in the Council Hall located in this palace, in which manuscripts and valuable books are kept very well.he 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.
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