Rashtrapati Bhavan, Presidential palace in New Delhi, India
The 340-room Rashtrapati Bhavan extends across 330 acres, incorporating Neoclassical architecture with Indian elements through its domes, columns, and stone carvings.
Initially constructed as the Viceroy's House during British rule, the structure was completed in 1929 and became the Indian President's residence after independence.
The Presidential Museum within the complex displays artifacts related to the presidency, documenting the heritage and ceremonial aspects of Indian governance.
Visitors can access the Mughal Gardens, now known as Amrit Udyan, during specific months and participate in guided tours through selected areas of the building.
The building contains minimal iron in its construction, using 700 million bricks and 3.5 million cubic feet of stone in its structural composition.
Location: New Delhi district
Inception: 1929
Architects: Edwin Lutyens
Official opening: 1929
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture
Floors above the ground: 4
Website: https://rashtrapatibhavan.gov.in
GPS coordinates: 28.61434,77.19980
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:45
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