Kota House, Colonial residence in New Delhi, India
Kota House is a residence in New Delhi featuring Indo-Saracenic architecture with courtyards and gardens spread throughout the compound. The building combines British colonial design with elements from Rajasthan.
The residence was built during the British Raj period and served as the official home for the royal family of the princely state of Kota in Rajasthan. The structure emerged during an era when such palaces reflected the relationship between Indian rulers and colonial administration.
The rooms display artworks from various regions and host exhibitions featuring traditional crafts and objects from Rajasthan. Visitors can see how these pieces reflect the artistic traditions of the region.
The building sits on Mansingh Road with regular visiting hours for guests. Access is available for both local and international visitors throughout the year.
The building brings together British colonial architecture with Rajasthani design principles, creating a distinctive structural identity in Delhi. This blending shows how different cultures merged within a single structure.
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