Chepauk Palace, Indo-Saracenic palace in Chepauk, India.
The red brick palace consists of two main sections, Kalas Mahal and Humayun Mahal, connected by a corridor spanning 66,000 square feet.
Nawab Muhammed Ali Khan Wallajah constructed the palace in 1768 after abandoning initial plans to build within Fort St George due to space limitations.
The palace represents the architectural fusion of Indian and European styles, featuring intricate carvings, wide arches, and lime mortar construction techniques.
Recent restoration efforts focus on transforming Kalas Mahal into offices for the National Green Tribunal while preserving the building's historical elements.
The palace grounds originally covered 117 acres and included dedicated areas for keeping elephants within its garden spaces.
Location: Chennai
GPS coordinates: 13.06336,80.28171
Latest update: March 13, 2025 12:27
The British colonial period from 1800 to 1947 created a fusion of European and Indian architectural styles. Palaces, government buildings, churches and railway stations combine Victorian, Gothic and Indo-Saracenic elements. These structures in Mumbai, Kolkata, Delhi and other cities demonstrate the cultural exchange of this era.
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