Patiala
Photo: Pravin Jha (CC BY-SA 3.0)Former princely capital of the Phulkian rulers: Qila Mubarak, Sheesh Mahal, Baradari Gardens and Gurdwara Dukh Niwaran Sahib.
One full day: Qila Mubarak and the old bazaars in the morning, Sheesh Mahal (closed Sundays) and Baradari Gardens in the afternoon, Gurdwara Dukh Niwaran Sahib at dusk. Join the weekend heritage walk if you can.
November: Pleasant; Guru Nanak Gurpurab
When to go
Things to do
- Explore Qila Mubarak and the Darbar Hall: Arms, chandeliers and painted chambers of the Patiala rulers.
- See the medal gallery at Sheesh Mahal: Open 10:00-17:00, closed Sundays.
- Join the Patiala Heritage Walk: Shahi Samadhan to Qila Mubarak, Friday-Sunday mornings.
- Evening at Gurdwara Dukh Niwaran Sahib
- Shop for phulkari and juttis: Tripuri Market and Juttian Vali Gali.
Top sights
Shanaleshwara Swayambhu Temple
temple in India
railway station
Amr Taxi
Bus stand
Gurudwara Dukhniwaran Sahib Ji
Ijlas-e Khas
Maiji Di Sarai
Mall Road
Old Moti Bagh Palace
The Palace, built in the mid-19th century, was the seat of the Patiala royal family. With over 1,000 rooms it's one of the largest royal residences in the world. Today it houses the National Institute of Sports.
Panj Bali Gurdwara
Qila Bahadurgarh
Qila Mubarak complex
Qila Mubarak was the official residence of the Maharaja till 1862. The complex comprises 10 courtyards and several historic built structures. Notable buildings include Qila Androon, the main entrance with an imposing gate, Sheesh Mahal (palace of mirrors), Raan Baas with a whole
Nature and outdoors
Bir Bunerheri Wildlife Sanctuary
protected area in punjab, india
Baradari Gardens
The gardens were designed in 1876 by Kaur Sahib Ranbir Singh, the younger brother of the Maharaja. They surround colonial buildings and a marble statue of Maharaja Rajindera. Today, the Baradari Palace is a heritage hotel run by Neemrana Hotels group
Where to eat
Shopping
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