Kathgola palace, 18th-century palace in Murshidabad, India.
Kathgola Palace is a four-story residence with Victorian lions flanking its entrance and ornate marble decorations adorning the interior halls. The rooms display period furniture, elegant chandeliers, and personal items left behind by the Dugar family who once owned it.
Built in the 18th century, the palace gained prominence after the Battle of Plassey in 1757 when Mir Jafar held meetings with British officials within its walls. This event marked a turning point in the region's political control.
Multiple Jain temples stand within the grounds, including the Adinath Temple with religious statues and carvings. These spaces reflect the spiritual importance the site held for the families who lived here and worshipped in these rooms.
The museum sits roughly 215 kilometers from Kolkata and is accessible by road through the town of Murshidabad. Visitors can walk through the different floors at their own pace to see the displays in each room.
The name comes from Kath Golap Garden, a planting of Wood Roses that once surrounded the estate. These gardens were known for their delicate flowers and inspired the palace's distinctive name.
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