This 16th century palace is popularly known as Govind Palace or Jehangir Palace. The palace is built using the Bundela style of architecture, which is a blend of the Mughal and Rajput architecture. The arched openings, brackets and dome is characteristic of the Mughal architecture, while the lotus petals and use of animal sculpture and avian painting are symbols of the Rajput architecture.
In the central courtyard there is a five-story structure with apartments for the royal family. It is connected by bridge corridors to the middle of each side. The facades are decorated with bracketed balconies, arcades and wide eaves which create a glorious play of light and shade.
It is the representative of one of the finest architectures of the Bundela period. The place is decorated the Bundela mural paintings. It is impressive architecturally and has nice mural painted on the walls.
Ceilings are intricately decorated. These murals have withstood the test of time.
From Datia we proceeded to Jhansi
Distance: Datia ---> Jhansi 34kms
In the central courtyard there is a five-story structure with apartments for the royal family. It is connected by bridge corridors to the middle of each side. The facades are decorated with bracketed balconies, arcades and wide eaves which create a glorious play of light and shade.
It is the representative of one of the finest architectures of the Bundela period. The place is decorated the Bundela mural paintings. It is impressive architecturally and has nice mural painted on the walls.
Ceilings are intricately decorated. These murals have withstood the test of time.
From Datia we proceeded to Jhansi
Distance: Datia ---> Jhansi 34kms
Beautiful shots of a place heavy with memories of the past.
ReplyDeleteLove those murals on the ceilings.
ReplyDeleteThat is beautiful. The last picture shows off some stunning mural decorations.
ReplyDeleteAlways a pleasure to take trips around India with you.:)
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Amazing place, I love especially the middle photo.
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ReplyDeleteMarvelous pieces of history! Thanks for showcasing these wonders! Their likes can never be created anymore, and can only be savoured!
ReplyDeleteyou have covered a lot of places in India! so nice to know about these places!
ReplyDeleteThe place looks so rich!!!
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That's a beautiful and interesting palace.
ReplyDeleteAnother gorgeous place and marvelous photos! Love the intricate art work in the ceiling! Great post, as always, Rajesh! Have a terrific week!
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That is one extraordinary place!
ReplyDeleteanother fascinating post about a fascinating temple. i wonder if the govt/or somebody made a tally of how many temples there are all over india.
ReplyDeleteHi Rajesh! Another gorgeous post!!
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Thanks for sharing this beautiful palace with us. Your pictures are gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteRajesh: Thanks for sharing the wonderful architecture from this palace, nicely shown.
ReplyDeleteIt is remarkably well kept. Lovely architecture.
ReplyDeleteI take it the royal family doesn't live there anymore. All these amazing places exist for tourism now.
ReplyDeleteIt never ceases me to admire how clever the architects were at that time.
ReplyDeleteThe ceiling murals are beautiful and a wonderful reminder of the artistry of the past.
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely week, Rajesh.
incredible as always
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Amazing post as always. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteVery nice, it is amazing that they are still standing and still so beautiful. Nice shots.
ReplyDeleteDarryl and Ruth : )
Your architecture is so different from ours and so beautiful !
ReplyDeleteBeautiful cathedral and interesting examples of architecture.
ReplyDeleteLove those murals
ReplyDeleteI'd love to have those murals on my ceiling at home!
ReplyDeletegreat shots and am quite impressed how you've gone to so many places in India. I really like the 2nd pic.
ReplyDeleteVery impressive palace and mural paintings. great post for the letter P.
ReplyDeleteSplendid architecture, representing so much history. A beautiful post.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!
ReplyDeleteMagnificent masterpiece.
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ROG, ABC Wednesday team
Hello, Rajesh!
ReplyDeleteGreat shots and information. Thanks for sharing your beautiful side of the world. Really love it.
India has much to be proud of, and so have you. Especially that second photo.
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Wow!!
Great photos.Though they are old ,the architects have cleverly built the palace.The decorations in the ceiling really looks artistic.
ReplyDeleteWhat a huge place - it must have been very confusing to live there. The murals are wonderful - such detailed work.
ReplyDeleteOh wow, those structures and buildings still overwhelm me. They are intricately done. Happy weekdays!
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That certainly is a rather wonderful building, beautifully painted, too!
ReplyDeleteOn behalf of the team, thanks for taking part in ABC Wednesday this week! :)
Painting and Palace! Great p-words and nice shots.
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Anna
http://annasadornments.blogspot.com/2010/05/p-as-in-pearls-abc-wednesday-round-6-p.html
Beautiful photos and architecture!
ReplyDeleteNice entry for P. That palace is sure looks quiet.
ReplyDeleteyour posts are always so interesting, thanks for sharing this place!
ReplyDeleteKDP, Kirigalpoththa, sm, Joo, Rakesh, Bhushavali, Carver, Sandy, Trotter, George, J Bar, Fishing Guy, Diane, Deepak: Thanks for the appreciation.
ReplyDeleteZuzana, Pam, Joe, Lady Fi, Janice, photowanable: Thanks, this palace is famous for its mural paintings.
Ann, Indrani, Ruth, Evelyn, Sallie, Gattina, Charles, Tumblewords, Roger, Eden, Anya, RuneE, Arasu, Kim, Jay, Anna, Cariol, Shydub, Johnny: Thanks for the appreciation.
ewok1993: Thanks, Most of the places which are heritage sights are under the control of Govt. body ASI.
Wolynski: Thanks, the royal family dose not stay here.
Joshi, Marites: Thanks, I love traveling across India.
So beautiful! I didn't know the name of the architecture style, and I am delighted to see more of a beautiful country.
ReplyDeleteLovely pictures and thanks for the informative article.
ReplyDeleteSo much to see in our own country
Wren: Thanks for the appreciation.
ReplyDeleteRaji: Thanks. Yes there is so much to discover in India.
Lovely! reminds me of the Suraj Mahal that is in Rajasthan...
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flowegirl: Thanks for the appreciation.
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