One of the popular tourist attractions Gohar Mahal is the go-to spot in Bhopal for all kinds of cultural events, art exhibitions, and colorful fairs. People from all over India and even abroad come to check it out year-round.
Gohar Mahal in Madhya Pradesh is one of the state’s architectural wonders featuring Mughal and Hindu styles. The name Gohar Mahal comes from its creator, Qudisiya Begum, who was a huge fan of art and architecture. The palace, inside and out, beautifully highlights her interests in art and architecture.
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She was really interested in art and architecture and wanted to leave a landmark, so she built this palace in 1820 and as her nickname was Gohar Begun, she gave it the name—Gohar Mahal. It’s looked after by Madhya Pradesh Tourism and is a significant heritage site.
It’s a great spot to learn about Indian history, especially the story of Bhopal’s Nawab dynasty. Fun fact—This was where the queen spent her last days before handing over her reign to her daughter.
Inside the Mahal, you’ll find lots of doorways, hallways, and jharokhas (those cool windows). One big open hall offers a lovely view of the lake. The remnants of old murals and beautiful woodwork highlight the palace’s past. And, the view of the Upper Lake from the terrace? Simply stunning.
Sure, the palace has seen better days, but there’s a lot of work happening to fix it up. They even organize some auctions and exhibitions featuring handloom fabrics, ethnic arts, and other goodies, especially in September.
Jharokhas: Beautifully designed windows overlooking the courtyard.
Old Murals and Woodwork: Reflects the palace’s past.
Terrace: For a breathtaking view of the Upper Lake.
Manicured Lawns and Flower Gardens: Perfect place to just relax.
Exhibition Area: Hosts handloom, ethnic art, and other exhibitions, especially in September.
There’s no entry ticket for Gohar Mahal, Entry is FreeTimings: 08:00 AM – 06:30 PM, Opens all days of the week
It is best to visit Gohar Mahal late evening, because of the mild weather and during sunset, you can also gaze at the beauty of Upper Lake from the palace’s terrace.
Bhopal Airport (Raja Bhoj Airport) is the nearest airport about 12 km away. From the airport, you can take a taxi or cab to Gohar Mahal. The ride should take around 30-40 minutes depending on traffic.
Bhopal Junction Railway Station is the major railway station around 5 km from Gohar Mahal. You can easily catch a taxi, auto-rickshaw, or even a local bus from the station to reach the Mahal in about 15-20 minutes.
Bhopal has a pretty good network of city buses and auto-rickshaws. You can hop on a bus heading towards the city center or take an auto-rickshaw directly to Gohar Mahal.
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