One of the historical places to visit in Jammu is Mubarak Mandi Palace Complex. This tourist place can be called so because there are several buildings in this compound all surrounding a single courtyard. The Mubarak Mandi Palace Complex formerly was the residence of the erstwhile rulers of Jammu. Going for a visit to the Mubarak Mandi Palace Complex is like talking a walk back in the time and get a taste of the kind of life led by the royals of yester-years. The Mubarak Mandi Palace complex is one of the Jammu and Kashmir's popular tourist places. It is situated in the walled city complex. There are many buildings of architectural excellence in this complex.
The oldest building of the Mubarak Mandi Palace Complex was constructed in 1824. But the average age of all the buildings can be rounded up to 150 years. Architectural skill used by the artisans to construct the building are very impressive. A blend of Rajasthani, Mughal and Baroque European styles of architechtrue can be seen in these buildings. Such rich influences have made the appearance of the structures elegant and exquisite. The most striking one is the Sheesh Mahal. The Sheesh Mahal can undoubtedly rated as the most spectacular of all the structures within the Mubarak Mandi Palace Complex.
The view of the Mubarak Mandi complex is very 'Mubarak' or very admirable. The palace commands great views of the Tawi River and the city of Jammu. The hall and galleries of the Mubarak Mandi Palace were once the venue of the official functions hosted by Dogra rulers. Presently these halls and galleries have government offices and courts within them. Among the halls the pink hall holds great importance today as it houses the Dogra Art Gallery which has an amazing collection of sculptures and paintings that are sure to leave any visitor startled. The Dogra Art Museum showcases about 800 rare and exquisite Pahari paintings from Jammu and Basoli schools of paintings.
Another important attraction of the museum in the Mubarak Mandi Palace is the gold painted bow and arrow of emperor Shah Jahan. The Mubarak Mandi Palace is open for the visitors from half past ten in the morning to half past four in the evening during the Winter Season and from 8'o clock in the morning to half past one in the afternoon in the Summer Season. Visitors will definitely enjoy their visit to this palace not only because of the museum’s rich collection but also because it gives them a chance to witness the remarkable blend of different architectural features that is so magnificently manifested in the buildings.
These buildings have been constructed around a beautiful garden cum courtyard. The palace site has a commanding view of Tawi River and old city built on the hillock. It is one of the most prominent tourist attractions of the Jammu city. Reaching the Mubarak Mandi Palace is not a problem because it is situated right in the heart of the walled city. One can take an Auto Rickshaw from almost anywhere in the city as well as common mode of transport in form of the minibuses can take you there for the payment of nominal fare.
The oldest building of the Mubarak Mandi Palace Complex was constructed in 1824. But the average age of all the buildings can be rounded up to 150 years. Architectural skill used by the artisans to construct the building are very impressive. A blend of Rajasthani, Mughal and Baroque European styles of architechtrue can be seen in these buildings. Such rich influences have made the appearance of the structures elegant and exquisite. The most striking one is the Sheesh Mahal. The Sheesh Mahal can undoubtedly rated as the most spectacular of all the structures within the Mubarak Mandi Palace Complex.The view of the Mubarak Mandi complex is very 'Mubarak' or very admirable. The palace commands great views of the Tawi River and the city of Jammu. The hall and galleries of the Mubarak Mandi Palace were once the venue of the official functions hosted by Dogra rulers. Presently these halls and galleries have government offices and courts within them. Among the halls the pink hall holds great importance today as it houses the Dogra Art Gallery which has an amazing collection of sculptures and paintings that are sure to leave any visitor startled. The Dogra Art Museum showcases about 800 rare and exquisite Pahari paintings from Jammu and Basoli schools of paintings.Another important attraction of the museum in the Mubarak Mandi Palace is the gold painted bow and arrow of emperor Shah Jahan. The Mubarak Mandi Palace is open for the visitors from half past ten in the morning to half past four in the evening during the Winter Season and from 8'o clock in the morning to half past one in the afternoon in the Summer Season. Visitors will definitely enjoy their visit to this palace not only because of the museum’s rich collection but also because it gives them a chance to witness the remarkable blend of different architectural features that is so magnificently manifested in the buildings.These buildings have been constructed around a beautiful garden cum courtyard. The palace site has a commanding view of Tawi River and old city built on the hillock. It is one of the most prominent tourist attractions of the Jammu city. Reaching the Mubarak Mandi Palace is not a problem because it is situated right in the heart of the walled city. One can take an Auto Rickshaw from almost anywhere in the city as well as common mode of transport in form of the minibuses can take you there for the payment of nominal fare.
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