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| Located on the fringes of the river Gomti, the Moti Mahal, also called the 'Pearl Palace', was given the name on account of the original dome of the Mahal resembling a pearl, with 'Moti' translating to Pearl in English. Presently situated alongside two other erstwhile famous buildings, the Mubarak Manzil and the Shah Manzil, the glorious Moti Mahal was originally constructed by Nawab Saadat Ali Khan, between 1798 and 1814. The Mubarak Manzil and the Shah Manzil were added to the complex much later by Ghazi-ud-din-Haider, the son and successor of Nawab Sa’adat Ali Khan. It was constructed mainly for the Nawab and his courtiers to watch animal combats that were held on the other side from the balconies of these buildings. Its location on the borders of the river Gomti and its spectacular view of the city made it popular with the Nawab and the rest of the royal family, who also used this Palace to view birds in flight and while away their time luxuriously. The royal fish badge ornaments the entrance gateway, from which a wide driveway leads between flowerbeds to the Moti Mahal itself. At the Mubarak Manzil is where large animals participated in fights, watched by the King and his attendants from a special enclosure up in the balcony. An excellent road leads straight to the Shah Manzil, a palatial space stretching till the Gomti. It boasts of a beautiful garden, fully laden with lemon and orange trees, mingled with rose and pomegranate. Not only that, fountains and statues also help in furthering the beauty of this wonderful garden. A sight of beauty, the Moti Mahal is definitely a popular tourist destination, usually featuring on the top of the'must see' list while planning a vacation! | |
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