Vijaya Vilas Palace, Royal palace in Mandvi, India
Vijaya Vilas Palace is a palace in Mandvi Taluka, India, built from red sandstone with a central dome and smaller cupolas inspired by Bengali architecture. Corner towers and colored glass windows face the Arabian Sea, creating a distinctive character throughout the structure.
Construction began in 1920 under Maharaja Vijayaraji and lasted twelve years. Craftsmen from Jaipur brought their techniques and experience to complete the structure.
The name honors Maharaja Vijayaraji, whose vision shaped the palace's diverse architectural elements. Visitors can walk through rooms that still preserve the atmosphere of royal life in Kutch.
The palace sits roughly 8 km (5 miles) west of Mandvi town near Kathda village. From Bhuj, the journey covers about 72 km (45 miles).
The architecture merges Rajput elements with Bengali influences, which is rather unusual for Gujarat. The building often serves as a backdrop for Indian film productions that take advantage of its mix of design traditions.
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