Raiwind Palace, Residential palace in Raiwind, Pakistan
Raiwind Palace is a residential compound near Lahore consisting of four freestanding villas surrounded by open green spaces and wheat fields. The sprawling grounds cover roughly 690 hectares and are accessed through several entrance gates.
Construction of the compound began in 1997 and was completed within 17 months, after which it served as the camp office of the then prime minister. Its use ended with the military coup of 1999, which terminated the political role of the complex.
The villas are clad in colored marble and surrounded by open lawns that separate the compound from the surrounding farmland. Stuffed big cats stand at the entrance, while gilded furniture and hand-painted wall decorations inside emphasize the formal character of the rooms.
The entire compound is private and access is controlled by several security checkpoints. Visitors without explicit permission cannot enter the grounds.
The grounds include a private zoo where deer and antelope live and roam freely across the meadows. Stuffed leopards flank the main entrance, giving the compound an unusual appearance.
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