Tipu's Palace

FACTS & FIGURES

Built in : 1781 - 1791 
Built by : Haider Ali, Tipu Sultan 
Location :  Bangalore

Tipu's Palace

Tipu's Palace, the summer palace of Tipu Sultan is located in Bangalore. Within the fort are the remains of Tipu's Palace. 

This double-storeyed ornate structure was constructed between 1781 and 1791 AD. Haider Ali started the construction, which was completed by Tipu Sultan in 1791 AD. 
It was used as a summer retreat by the king. It was known as the "Abode of Peace". Currently the settings evoke memories of a two storeyed ornate wooden structure with pillars, arches and balconies. The entire structure is built in Teakwood. 

This palace is beautifully decorated with floral motifs on the walls and ceilings. The structure is replete with pillars, arches and balconies. After the death of Tipu, this building was used by the British as their secretariat till 1867. 

In busy market place of the city are the remnants of the fort built by Tipu. What ever remains of the fort reminds one of the struggle by Tipu against the British. There is a small Ganesha temple among the fort ruins.

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