Arani Palace

Arani Palace is a historic palace located in the town of Arani in Tiruvannamalai District, Tamil Nadu. It served as the residence of the Jagirdars of Arani, a hereditary estate under the Nawabs of Arcot. The palace complex is noted for its Indo-Saracenic and colonial-influenced architecture, large courtyards and remnants of fort walls. Today it stands as a heritage landmark reflecting the region's 18th-century jagir history.

Visitors can expect to see the exterior of a historic palace complex with large gateways, courtyards, pillared halls and remnants of fortification walls in the centre of Arani town. The structure shows a blend of traditional South Indian and colonial architectural elements. Access to interior halls may be limited as parts of the complex house government offices. The surroundings are urban with streets, shops and the nearby Arani Fort area.

Arani Palace was the seat of the Jagirdars of Arani, an estate created in the 18th century under the Nawabs of Arcot. The Jagir played a role in the Carnatic Wars and later came under British influence. The palace served as the administrative and residential centre of the jagir and reflects the political history of the Arcot region during the late Mughal and British periods.

The palace represents the heritage of the Arani Jagir and is associated with the local history and identity of Arani town, known for its silk weaving tradition. It remains a cultural landmark illustrating the administrative and aristocratic architecture of the period.