Wasif Manzil, Indo-Saracenic palace in Murshidabad, India.
Wasif Manzil is a palace in Murshidabad featuring Norman archways, corner turrets, and a semicircular pediment displaying the Nawabs' coat of arms. The single-story structure now serves as a museum and stands between Dakshin Darwaza and Hazarduari Palace.
The palace was built in 1904 by Nawab Wasif Ali Mirza Khan following severe damage from the 1897 earthquake. That seismic event destroyed the second floor, leading to reconstruction of the structure as a single-story building.
The rooms reflect a blend of Indian and Persian design visible through decorative elements and craftsmanship from the early 1900s. This fusion shapes how the space appears to visitors walking through it.
The building is easily accessible and located centrally between two other historical sites, making it a good starting point for exploring the area. The Archaeological Survey of India maintains it as a museum, so guidance and information are available on-site.
The palace garden features a central fountain surrounded by marble statues and ornamental ironwork overlooking the Bhagirathi-Hooghly River. This green space offers a quiet spot to rest while taking in views of the river that shaped the region's history.
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