Soneri Mahal

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Location: W845+MG4 Jaisingpura, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University Campus, Aurangabad, Maharashtra.

Estimated Visiting Time: 30 mins

Soneri Mahal is one of the most historical places in Aurangabad.

This Mahal was built by a Bandalkand chief who accompanied Aurangzeb into the Dakhan this mahal was built between 1651 AD and 1653 AD at a cost of Rs. 50, 000 and in 1934 AD it was sold to the Nizam of Hyderabad for Rs. 26, 400. This Mahal is named after the paintings in the palace that were once painted in gold.

Attraction

This beautiful palace is the venue for the Aurangabad Festival, where musicians and dancers perform their art. During the festival, the regional artisans also put up many stalls to sell their artifacts and the Aurangabad festival is clubbed with festivals and celebrated in December.

This place is so beautiful that you cannot believe it. You feel the peacefulness of this place when you entered this palace.

History

The historic monument is now transformed into a museum. It was set up in 1979 and exhibits the remnants of regional palaces, antique items, ancient Indian Pottery, coins, paintings, and many more alluring items. This museum displays some beautiful reliefs and sculptures found in the local excavations and this ancient museum is placed on the campus of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University.

Inside/Outside Views

It is a grand two stored building constructed in typical Rajput style and this palace is made up of lime and stone. Sprawling over two stories, the palace stands as a testimony of Indian architectural splendor with some intricate decorations all over and a well-manicured that that adds to its beauty. The entrance of the Palace is decorated with perfectly done arches.

Opening Hours

10.30 am to 5:00 pm is the visiting time of this place.

Entry & Others Fees

For Indians: INR 10
For foreigners: INR 100

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How to Reach

By air: Aurangabad international airport is the nearest airport to this place.

By rail: Aurangabad railway station is the nearby station place. You can easily reach this place by rail.

By road: By road is the best way to reach this place. You can take a bus to reach Aurangabad city first then, take a cab to reach your destination. Otherwise, you can directly hire a cab or car to reach this place.