Moti Bagh Palace — Attraction in Patiala

Located in Moti Bagh in Patiala, Moti Bagh Palace is an ancient magnificent palace that attracts a lot of tourists to the place. Originally built in the 1840s by the Maharaja of Patiala, the premises of the palace were expanded in 1920 under the rule of Maharaja Bhupinder Singh. Boasting of striking architecture with chhatris and jharokas, and exuding old world charm, it is home to 15 dining halls. Lately, a part of the palace has been converted into a museum and the remaining into National Institute of Sports.

The repository, also known as the Sheesh Mahal is home to a lot of relics of art and culture, and several paintings belonging to the 20th century which are done in the Rajput and Kangra styles. In addition to this, the walls are adorned with medals collected and awarded by the consecutive Maharajas. Another attraction at the palace is the beautiful artificial lake with a hanging bridge that was fashioned on the Lakshman Jhula...

The Old Moti Bagh Palace is among the oldest buildings in Patiala. It is another example of architectural marvels in Patiala. It is the residence of the royal family of Patiala and is currently being used as the Netaji Subhash National Institute of Sports. It was constructed back in 1847 by Maharaja Narendra Singh in about 5 lakhs.

It is among the largest residential buildings in the world and the design is loosely based on the structural design of the Shalimar Gardens in Lahore. There are numerous terraces, water ways,  well adorned gardens in the palace where one could take a small nature walk.

The front area of the palace is beautifully decorated in Rajasthani style with jharokhas and chattris. Thousands of tourists visit the palace to look at the architectural expertise and the...

Worth visit to the Patiala Heritage craft Fair which recorded 7 lakh visitors last year and expected is around 10 lakhs this time. You will experience the craft from around the world here to choose among the number of varieties available. Lots of things to eat from different taste and corners of India. A very well planned activities for children's to play around. And important thing is that it is close by city like Chandigarh. So that's the main attraction point for visitors. A Punjabi culture which can be sense here throughout the day. Kudos to Punjab Government and Police...