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Sadar Manzil Royal Enclave Near Gohar Mahal, Bhopal. Edit
Detail InformationEdit
Sadar Manzil, situated adjacent to the Royal Enclave, served as the royal courtroom of the Nawabs ruling over the Bhopal state. It attracts ample number of tourists who wish to view the artistic and architectural beauty of the place. Entrance of this former hall of public audience is marked with a massive wooden door, which leads into a smaller main gate. The first floor of the main gate has a huge terrace balcony, while the second floor features four domes, one in each corner. The ground and first floors are lined with a series of rooms; however, the second floor has only a high rise room with a terrace that was used for night watching. The main gate opens into a large courtyard, centre of which is marked with a beautiful fountain. Overlooking the garden is a large podium, which once used to be the seat of the ruler. Windows have been built on each side of the stage for the royal women to watch the court proceedings. The rectangular building that houses the stage has a central open space with rooms on sides. From the stage twirls a staircase that leads to the rooms on the first floor. This depicts that the first floor was accessible only to the royal family.
Sadar Manzil,Bhopal
HistoryEdit
Sadar Manzil holds a prominent place. Sadar Manzil is located adjacent to the Royal Enclave that served as a royal courtroom for the ruling head of the city. The place is constructed with red bricks that give it an attractive appeal. The majestic entrance is entirely carved in wood that leads to a small gate. The first storey has a big terrace balcony whilst the second storey features has four domes, one in each corner. The first floor and the ground floor have a series of spacious rooms.
Must SeeEdit
Attraction
Visiting TimeEdit
8.00 AM – 6.30 AM
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Best Season to VisitEdit
November to February.
Best Time To VisitEdit
Morning, Afternoon, Evening.
Time Required for SightseeingEdit
1 – 2 hours.
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How to ReachEdit
Taxi : Tourist taxis, mostly at airport, railway stations or through hotels and travel agencies is available in Bhopal. You can also hire a car from MP Tourism board. Bhopal has a large number of auto-rickshaws (rates negotiable) more commonly used and available everywhere in the city. Bhopal is also well connected to the major metros in India through many national highways.
Bus : Lots of bus facilities, public and private, are available in Bhopal. All cities in the state are connected to Bhopal by bus services. Overnight deluxe buses from Delhi, Gwalior and Jabalpur are available to Bhopal. Deluxe buses charge Rs. 3-4 per km.
Train : Bhopal Railway Station is a major railhead in Mumbai – Delhi broad gauge. It has connection trains to all major cities in India. Daily Shatabdi expresses shuttle between Bhopal and Delhi.
Air : Bhopal Airport, also known as Raja Bhoj Airport, is 15 km away from the heart of the city. Taxi Cab will charge about Rs 150, one way. Bhopal airport is connected to Mumbai, Indore, Gwalior and Delhi. International flights to Gulf cities like Sharjah and Dubai are operated from Bhopal.
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Safety / WarningEdit
- Do not touch the artifacts on display and displayed in crystal gallery
- Keep your tone low while exploring the temple
- Double-check all hotel and restaurant bills for errors.
- Don’t leave cash and valuables in your hotel room. Use room safes where available.
- Keep daily cash in separate pockets.
HelplineEdit
- Police : 100 / 2412121.
- Fire : 101.
- Ambulance : 102.
