Jagatjit Palace - Historical landmark in Kapurthala - Kapurthala, India

What a place i had no clue that kapurthala have this much great history. I went there with my friend he told me about it. And this mahal is so impressive. And thank to those who kept it nicely as SAINIK SCHOOL.

Kapurthala is referred to as the 'Paris of Punjab' because of its breathtaking architecture and gorgeous gardens. It is presently the administrative headquarters of the Kapurthala District and was the capital of Kapurthala State - a princely state of British India. It is a well-planned city that is known for its cleanliness. Here one can see the past, blending seamlessly with the present. The most important historical occurrence of this province is the Enlightenment of Guru Nanak Sahib in 1499, while he was bathing in the Bein rivulet, in the town of Sultanpur Lodhi.\r\n\r\nKapurthala has one of the most ground-breaking, major, hi-tech manufacturing units producing railway carriages for the Indian Railways. It is also home to quite a few medium and large scale industries. Kapurthala is very popular for its production of crops like wheat, sugar, cotton and is a major seller for all kinds of rice. The city is famous for its tourist attractions like the Sainik School (Jagatjit Singh Palace), Panj Mandir, Elysee Palace, Moorish Mosque, the Jagatjit Club and more. Like all the cities in the state of Punjab, Kapurthala is also rich in culture and tradition. Kapurthala is a city in Punjab state of India. It is the administrative headquarters of Kapurthala District. It was the capital of the Kapurthala State, a princely state in British India. The aesthetic mix of the city with its prominent buildings based on French and Indo-Saracenic architecture self-narrate its princely past. It is also known as city of Palaces & Gardens. According to the 2011 Census, Kapurthala is the least populated city in India. Kapurthala town was founded by Kotak Rajputs. From 11th century to 1772, Kapurthala was under the control of various Muslim chieftains, who served as feudatories under Delhi Sultanate and the Mughal Empire. In 1772, Kapurthala was seized from Muslim cheiftains and was annexed into Kapurthala State by the Ahluwalia Sikh rulers. Kapurthala flag has two color background, with insignia and moto that says "pro rege et patria" (in Latin) meaning "For king and country". The City of Kapurthala has several buildings and places of interest linked to its local history such as the Sainik School (Formerly Jagatjit Palace), Shalimar Bagh (Gardens), District Courts buildings, Moorish Mosque, Panch Mandir ("Five Temples"), Clock Tower, State Gurudwara, Kanjli Wetlands, 15,000-capacity field hockey venue Guru Nanak Stadium, Jagjit Club, and the NJSA Government college. The city also have first climatic change theater of country. Sainik School (Jagatjit Palace) The Sainik School, formerly known as Jagatjit Palace, is housed in what was formerly the palace of the erstwhile Maharajah of Kapurthala state, Maharajah Jagatjit Singh. The palace building's architecture is based on the Palace of Versailles and Fontainebleau[citation needed] and is spread over a total area of 200 acres (0.81 km2). It was designed by a French architect M. Marcel and built by a local builder Allah Ditta. It was built in renaissance style with the sunken park in the front (Known as Baija). Its Durbar Hall (Diwan-E-Khas) is one of the finest in India,[citation needed] and the Plaster of Paris figures and painted ceilings represent the finest features of French and Italian art and architecture.[citation needed] The construction of this palace was commenced in 1900 and completed in 1908 in time for the new wife of the Maharajah Anita Delgado.Historical facts about her backgrounds need to be ascertained. Darbar Hall (Diwan -e-Aam) Old Courts The stately Durbar Hall stands proudly at the heart of the city of Kapurthala, Punjab. It was, at one time the Court of Maharaja Jagatjit Singh, its creator. Maharaja's annual birthday celebrations and other state rituals and ceremonies were also held here. The Highest Court of Appeal after Maharaja's Court was Chief Justice Court, The Last Chief Justice of Kapurthala State was His Lordship Hon'ble Justice Pandit Dwarka Dass Randev from 1938 till 1947.

It is in Kapurthal district of Punjab state. Jagatjit Palace was the residence of the erstwhile Maharaja of the State of Kapurthala, Maharaja Jagatjit Singh. The palace was built in 1908 . Now it has been converted as a Sainik school. The architecture is like the other palaces. But it is in good condition as it maintained properly.

Do not go... it's Sainik School now and they do not allow visitors.

The Jagatjit Palace has been converted to a Sainik School. The school has been in existence for around four odd decades and has produced some outstanding officer for the defence forces besides other walks of life. The Jagatjit Palace has lost much of its original splendor and is presently in a rather dilapidated condition. The museum has lost much of its sheen and the school building too is in need of repair. However the palace does provide a glimpse of the grandeur that it once boasted including the marvelously painted, etched and sculptured artifact's. The grounds are an excellent place to visit, albeit after seeking permission from the school authorities.

Jagatjit Palace was built by Maharaja Jagatjit Singh, the last ruler of Kapurthala. He was a great enthusiast of French architect which is reflected from the palaces and various monuments of his time. Kapurthala is known as 'Paris of Punjab'. Jagatjit Palace, the French and the Indo-Saracenic architecture has made this town a must visit for all the tourists to Punjab. The interiors of Jagatjit Palace incorporate a fascinating amalgamation of styles. Many of the roofs of the palace were made in the beaux-art style of the 19th century; the most striking is the Mansard roof, with a double slope and small, oval windows that recall those at the Louvre.

Jagatjit Palace is a nice place to visit for a flash back into history. Even though marks of wear and tear is clearly visible in the structure but it never fails in giving goosebumps to history geeks.

The Sainik School, formerly known as Jagatjit Palace, is housed in what was formerly the palace of the Maharajah of Kapurthala state, Maharaja Jagatjit Singh. The palace building is spread over a total area of 200 acres (0.81 km2). It was designed by a French architect M. Marcel and built by a local builder Allah Ditta. It was built in renaissance style with the sunken park in the front (Known as Baija). Its Darbar Hall (Diwan-E-Khas) is one of the finest in India, and the Plaster of Parir figures and painted ceilings represent the finest features of French and Italian art and architecture. The construction of this palace was commenced in 1900 and completed in 1908. (Source-wikipedia)