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Bikaner |
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Rajasthan |
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Lalgarh
Palace palace is an architectural masterwork in
red sandstone, and was built by Maharaja Ganga Singh Ji
in the memory of his father Maharaja Lal Singh Ji in 1902.
Sir Swinton Jacob designed this oriental fantasy. This architecture
is a fusion of Rajput, Mughal and European architecture.
The exterior contrasts dramatically with the oriental interiors
and amenities. The palace has beautiful latticework and
filigree work, which are hallmarks of a great craftsmanship.
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Palace has an amazing collection of well-maintained
paintings and hunting trophies. Sprawling lawns with
blooming bougainvillea and dancing peacocks make a
visual extravagance. |
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Designed
by a Britisher for Maharaja Ganga Singh, this palace
displays a magnificent blend of Oriental and European
style. The terraced lawns and the Bougainvillea bushes
add beauty to the palace. Peacocks stroll around the
palace, which has been partly converted into a hotel.
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The intricate filigree work and latticework exhibit
the refinements and delicacy of craftsmanship. The
palace museum displays well preserved hunting trophies
and old photographs. The library of the Lalgarh palace
is supposed to have the largest collection of original
Sanskrit manuscripts on parchments, copper and gold
or silver plaques.
Built in the memory of maharaja Lal Singh, Lalgarh
Palace has a graceful facade of red sandstone, and
is one of Maharaja Ganga Singh’s great achievements.
The maharaja ruled for a period of 56 years. The state
especially prospered under his rule.
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The Lalgarh palace has now been converted into a beautiful
hotel. The large and airy rooms point towards a pervasive
British influence, even though the Welcome group took
over it's management in 1993 and made numerous renovations.
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