Sultan Palace (Patna)

Sultan Palace
	Part of Bihar
	Veer Chand Patel Marg Patna
Coordinates	Sultan Palace veer chand Patel Marg Patna
Site information
Controlled by	Bihar State tourism Development corporation
Condition	Ruins

The Sultan Palace was the home of eminent lawyer and judge Sir Sultan Ahmad. It is situated at Veer Chand Patel Marg in Patna.

History

It was built for Sir Sultan Ahmad, an Advocate and judge in Patna high court, in 1922.

Architecture

It was built on a 10 acre parcel. It took two years to complete with an outlay of 3 lakh. It was designed by Ali Jaan. White marble is widespread. It was built in Islamic style with a high, domed tower in the center, domed pavilions at the corners, minarets and multi-foliated arches in the facade. The palace is divided into two parts: the front is for males and the rear for females. The most important portion is the drawing room in the front with a fireplace, moulding and an ornamental ceiling painted with gold powder.

Location

It is 2–3 km from Patna Junction, 4–5 km from Patna Airport, 5–6 km from Mithapur bus stand.

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References

External links

Kumar, Abhay (1 March 2015). "Rajasthan model inspires Bihar to tap heritage buildings". Deccan Herald.
"Sultan Palace to turn a heritage hotel soon". The Times of India. 15 February 2017.

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