Tipu sultan palace

Tipu Sultan palace

About Tipu Sultan palace

Construction initiated by Mysore's 18th century Diwan, Hyder Ali and finished by his predecessor Tipu Sultan, the Palace named after the latter is one of the major tourist attractions in Bangalore. Tipu Sultan used to spend his summers in this special palace which marks the royal legacy of the eminent South-Indian ruler with its various physical and historical highlights.

History and Architecture

Built in the classic Indo-Islamic style, the royal mansion is constructed beautifully using a combination of carved stones and wooden barks. The huge pillars holding the upper storeys are strongly crafted by the most gifted artisans from the country. The carvings of special motifs and details are worth your attention as they tell you a lot about its past as you may notice the flowers embellished especially on the female-occupied quarters of the lovely palace. Another attraction of the royal mansion is the Farsi carvings of Sultan's praises over its pillars and walls. Called by the ruler himself as the Rash (envy) -e- Jannat (of Heaven) the mansion is well known throughout the world for its history and gorgeous architecture.

Attractions

Taken over by the British post-Sultan's demise, the regal mansion has been converted into one of the most popular tourist places in Bangalore post-independence. A museum of utmost historical significance is being maintained by the Archeological team of the country, within the mansion, with more than a thousand physical remains of Tipu Sultan's glorious past. The museum walls are full of paintings glorifying the royal family. Sultan's fine dresses and the exquisite crown is a major attraction of the palace. This signifies an exceptional showcase, standing out as the key feature of your Bangalore Tour Packages.

Legends

One of the most popular paintings hung on the museum walls is the one with Tipu Sultan's extremely precious dream throne. The legends say that the Sultan pledged that he would not sit on it until he wins over the Colonizers. After his death, the expensive throne was sold in parts because of its huge cost. The royal palace holds a replica of the famous emblem of Tipu called 'Tipu's Tiger' as well, which is a mechanical toy depicting his hatred towards the East India Company. Such highlights make the royal mansion one of the most visited tourist places in Bangalore.