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Aaina Mahal in Bhuj Gujrat - Detailed Information

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The Aina Mahal Palace, or “Hall of Mirrors” was built during the rule of Rao Lakhpat in 1750 AD. It is a unique example of European influence on Indian architecture. This palace is palace located right next to the Prag Mahal in Darbargadh, Bhuj, Gujarat, India.

History Of Aaina Mahal 

The Aina Mahal was built by Rao Lakhpatji around 1750. Ram Singh Malam, the chief architect and designer of the palace lived in Europe for 18 years and learned several European architecture skills. The construction cost 80 lakh (8 million) koris, the said amount is equal to ₹250 Crore as of today. 

This palace was later converted into a museum in 1977. Unfortunately during Gujrat Earthquake the palace was damaged and had to be restored.

The architecture of Aaina Mahal 

The Palace (Aaina Mahal) is constructed in Indo-European style and is a two-story Mansion. The construction is done using sones and decorated with stone carvings and wood fretwork. The rooms in the palace have enough windows for sunlight to reach inside and during the night illumination is done by hanging candelabra and chandeliers with the shade of Venetian glass. 

The floors of the palace are laid with blue delftware tiles and the walls made of Marble are decorated with mirrors and shelves on which glassware and ceramics were displayed. The pillars of the palace and roof are decorated with golden moldings and other ornamentation.

The first floor comprises the Audience Hall, the Pleasure Hall, the Hall of Mirrors, and the State Apartments, whereas the second floor has the ante-chamber, Darbar (Court) Hall, and Marriage Hall.

How to Reach Aaina Mahal?

By Road: From Bhuj Railway Station the travel distance to Aaina Mahal is 2.3 Km, which takes approximately 7 min to the destination via Railway Station Ring Rd and GJ SH 45. 


Aaina Mahal visiting hours

Aaina Mahal is open for visitors twice a day, once in Morning and later during the afternoon except on Thursday. 

Morning Visiting Hours09:00am-11.45am
Afternoon Visiting Hours03:00pm-05:45pm
Entry FeesRs. 20/- per person.
Charges for CameraRs.30/- for carrying camera

Where is Aaina Mahal Located?

Aaina mahal is situated in Darbargadh, Bhuj, Gujarat, India
GPS Coordinates: 23.25636492692391, 69.67259544220555
GPS Link: https://goo.gl/maps/9LjUv5CTBiFpKwGZ6 



Source:  https://www.mischieftreks.in/Tours-treks-and-trips-from-mumbai/rann-of-kutch-tour-from-mumbai



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Location: Maharav Of Kutch, Darbargadh Chowk, 7M49+4CV, Old Dhatia Falia, Bhuj, Gujarat 370001, India

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