Falaknuma Palace, Hyderabad was built by Nawab Vikar-ul-Umra Bahadur during the years 1883 to 84. It is built on a 2000 feet high hill. The palace, designed by an Italian architect happens to be one of the finest Palaces in Hyderabad in Andhra Pradesh. In the later years, it was purchased by the Sixth Nizam of Hyderabad and used for the royal guests. But now the ownership of Falaknuma Palace belongs to the grandson of the Seventh Nizam.

The Falaknuma Palace is designed in the shape of a scorpion and its two wings are spread out towards north. Its residential quarters of are situated in its ground floor. The Italian marble staircase leading to the upper floor adorns the palace which is decorated with marble figures. The staircase is lined with the portraits of the British Government Generals. The dining room of the palace can accommodate 100 guests at a time. The ballroom of the Falaknuma Palace has a precious organ that has to be manually operated.

Falaknuma Palace, Hyderabad hosts a library. The pride of this library is a prestigious collection of holy Quran. The most attractive object in this palace is its magnificent chandeliers. There are 40 such chandeliers used to decorate the palace. The palace has an exquisite collection of antique furniture, paintings, statues, books and manuscripts. This palace is famous for its exclusive collection of Jade. But the palace is seldom opened for the visitors.

Falaknuma Palace, Hyderabad is a popular Tourist Attraction in India. But the palace is seldom opened for the visitors, so prior permissions are needed to visit the Falaknuma Palace.

Last Updated on 19 May 2011

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