Mustafa Castle, Meerut

About Mustafa Castle

Mustafa Castle is one of the historical and grand landmarks in the city of Meerut. Mustafa Castle was built in the memory of Nawab Mustafa Khan Shaifta which was constructed by his son Nawab Mohammad Ishaq Khan in the year 1900. This place is known for conducting political action during the freedom struggle of India. The palace has a distinctive style of architecture, displaying some of the finest furniture, paintings and artefacts of the time. If you are planning to visit Meerut then definitely visit this place.

Interesting facts about Mustafa Castle

1. Different styles of architecture have been mixed in the construction of the palace and art and artifacts have been imported from London to display them with pride.
2. The palace shares major features with the buildings of Rajasthan and Awadh and it is said that clay from Mecca was used in the construction process.
3. In the palace you can find some of the rare artifacts of earlier times which are well preserved such as pendulum clocks, ornately designed lamps, antique chandeliers, carved wooden cabinets and various historical paintings.
4. Some of the originality retained in the palace includes furniture imported from London by Nawab Mohammad Ishaq Khan in various showpieces which Mustafa Castle proudly displays.
5. Mustafa Castle has many rooms which are named after the colors 'Basanti', 'Pink' etc.

How to reach Mustafa Castle

By Rail:- Mustafa Castle is about 4 kms from Meerut Railway Station and is easily accessible by auto rickshaw or cab.

By Air:- BR Ambedkar Meerut Airport and Mustafa Castle is about 14 Kms. You can easily reach Mustafa Castle by taking a cab.

By Road:- To go to Mustafa Castle, you can also choose to go by road, you can easily take auto or rickshaw to Mustafa Castle.

Nearby famous places

• Gandhi Park 1.36 km away
• Shahid Smarak 1.41 km away
• Saint John Church 1.7 km away
• Pura Mahadev Mandir 23.29 km away
• Jain Temple 34 km away
• Jambudweep Jain Tirth 35.55 km away