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Dhruvin nidhi prag mahal bhuj
The Prag Mahal is a 19th-century palace located next to the Aina Mahal in Bhuj, Gujarat, India.
Contents
- Dhruvin nidhi prag mahal bhuj
- Prag mahal and aina mahal in bhuj gujarat india video
- History
- Notable features
- In popular culture
- Restoration
- References
Prag mahal and aina mahal in bhuj gujarat india video
History
Prag Mahal is named after Rao Pragmalji II, who commissioned it and construction began in 1865. It was designed by Colonel Henry Saint Wilkins in the Italian Gothic style, and many Italian artisans were involved in its construction. The palace artisans' wages were paid in gold coins. Construction of the palace, which ultimately cost 3.1 million rupees, was completed in 1879 during the regency of Khengarji III (Pragmalji II's son) following Pragmalji II's death in 1875. The local Kutchi builder community (Mistris of Kutch) were also involved in construction of Prag Mahal along with Colonel Wilkins.
Notable features
In popular culture
Scenes from the Bollywood blockbusters Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam and Lagaan, as well as a number of Gujarati films, were shot in the palace.
Restoration
The 2001 Gujarat earthquake severely damaged the palace. In 2006, the palace was burgled, with thieves stealing antiques worth millions of rupees and damaging other items throughout the palace. Today, the palace is in a "ghostly", "forlorn" state. However, the palace and the tower have been repaired, after Amitabh Bachhan took personal interest in restoration of palace. and its tower and clock have been repaired and are now open for public viewing. Visitors may enter the main palace halls and ascend the bell tower, which offers views of the city.