Qila Mubarak is a sprawling fort-palace complex in the centre of Patiala, featuring thick defensive walls, inner palaces, courtyards, painted halls and royal apartments. The complex includes the Qila Androon (inner palace), Ran Baas and Darbar Hall, showcasing a blend of Sikh, Rajput and Mughal-inspired architecture. Although some parts are under restoration, the complex still gives a strong sense of Patiala’s royal past and is a key attraction for heritage lovers.
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History & highlights
The fort traces its origins to the 18th century, founded by Baba Ala Singh, the first ruler of the Patiala dynasty, who shifted his base here and laid the foundation of the princely state. Successive maharajas expanded and embellished the complex, especially during the 19th century, when Patiala became one of the leading Sikh princely states under British paramountcy. Post-Independence the complex came under state care; ongoing conservation efforts aim to stabilise structures and open more sections as a museum of Patiala’s royal and cultural history.
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