Sultan Palace (Patna)

The Sultan Palace was the home of eminent lawyer and judge Sir Sultan Ahmad. It is situated at Veer Chand Patel Marg in Patna.

Sultan Palace
Part of Bihar
Veer Chand Patel Marg Patna
CoordinatesSultan Palace veer chand Patel Marg Patna
Site information
Controlled byBihar State tourism Development corporation
ConditionRuins

History

It was built for Sir Sultan Ahmad, an Advocate and judge in Patna high court, in 1922.[1]

Architecture

It was built on a 10 acre parcel. It took two years to complete with an outlay of 3 lakh. It was designed by Ali Jaan.[2] White marble is widespread. It was built in Islamic style with a high, domed tower in the center, domed pavilions at the corners, minarets and multi-foliated arches in the facade. The palace is divided into two parts: the front is for males and the rear for females. The most important portion is the drawing room in the front with a fireplace, moulding and an ornamental ceiling painted with gold powder.

Location

It is 2–3 km from Patna Junction, 4–5 km from Patna Airport, 5–6 km from Mithapur bus stand.

See also

References
  1. "Twitter Users Call Upon Bihar CM Nitish Kumar to Stop Demolition of Sultan Palace". The Wire. Retrieved 9 August 2022.
  2. "क्यों लोगो ने सोशल मीडिया में लगाया पटना के सुलतान पैलेस की तस्वीर". Prahri. Retrieved 25 November 2022.

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