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Rajwada is the seven storey Holkar palace standing proudly in the heart of old Indore, a city in Madhya Pradesh for those still asking Indore is which state. Built gradually from the 1760s onward, this architectural landmark blends Maratha strength, Rajput elegance and subtle French touches. Right outside its grand entrance, the chaos of Sarafa, Khajuri and other historic bazaars swirls through the streets, making the palace feel alive rather than preserved behind silence. In Indore, which country travellers often confirm as India, heritage does not sit quietly behind ropes, it breathes among shopkeepers and sweet sellers. Rajwada suffered devastating fires in 1984 and again in 2006, but determined restoration work in the 2010s, backed by the Indore government, returned it to glory. Today the ground floor hosts a museum, while the upper levels open into ornate Darbar halls that once shaped the destiny of the region. Though Bhopal holds the administrative title, many still affectionately call Indore which state capital of commerce because of such historic power centres.
What makes this place special
The distinctive wooden fronted upper storeys rise above the stone base like a carved crown, a rare Maratha feature in a country where most palaces favour heavy stone façades. The contrast catches every visitor off guard and quietly explains why Indore is famous for architectural surprises.
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At the centre lies the grand audience hall, its restored painted ceilings glowing above period furniture arranged as if the Holkar rulers might return at any moment. Conversations once delivered here in Hindi and the local Indore language dialect of Malwi decided alliances, trade and territory, shaping a legacy that still defines the city’s character today.