Introduction
History
- ๐ Origin: Originally built to serve as the home to the Peshwa of Mohammed Quli Qutub Shah, Mir Momen.
- ๐๏ธ Acquisition: Taken over by the second Nizam, Mir Nizam Ali Khan, in 1717.
- ๐ Residence: Sikander Jah, Asaf Jah III, lived here before moving to Chowmahalla Palace.
- ๐ Additions: Ayina Khaana (Mirror House) and Chini Khaana (Chinese Glass House) were constructed within the complex.
- ๐ถ Birthplace: The sixth and seventh Nizams were born here and spent part of their lives in this palace.
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Architecture
- ๐๏ธ Style: The main building is a symbol of 18th-century European architecture.
- ๐ฒ Layout: U-shaped structure with two oblong wings running parallel and the residential palace in the center.
- ๐งฅ Wardrobe: Features the world's longest wardrobe, built in two levels with a hand-cranked wooden lift.
- ๐ฐ Courtyards: Large open courtyards with a fusion of European and Indian architectural influences.
- ๐ผ๏ธ Mirror House: Ayina Khaana, a notable feature within the complex.
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Museum
- ๐๏ธ Nizam's Museum: Dedicated to the last Nizam of Hyderabad state.
- ๐ Exhibits: Souvenirs, gifts, mementoes, and models presented to the Nizam during the Silver Jubilee Celebrations in 1927.
- ๐ก๏ธ Artifacts: Includes swords, paintings, and decorative artifacts.
- ๐งฅ Wardrobe: Features a 240-foot long wooden chamber with 150 walk-in-cupboards.
- ๐ซ Current Use: The palace is also used as a school and an Industrial Training Institute.
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School
- ๐ซ Mukarram Jah School: Established in 1987.
- ๐ข Facilities: Functions from five ancillary buildings surrounding the main palace.
- ๐ Recognition: Ranked among the best budget private schools in the country.
- ๐ Education: Provides quality education and is part of the palace complex.
- ๐ง Training: Also serves as an Industrial Training Institute.
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Visitor Information
- ๐ฐ๏ธ Timings: Open Monday to Thursday and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM; closed on Friday and Sunday.
- ๐๏ธ Entry Fee: โน80 for adults, โน15 for children.
- ๐ Address: Horticultural Department and Museum, H.E.H., Nizam Colony, Redhills, Hyderabad, Telangana 500004.
- ๐บ๏ธ Location: Located on the south-east side of the Afzal Gunj Bridge near Dewan Devdi.
- ๐ถ Accessibility: Easily accessible by local transportation.
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