City Palace Alwar

City Palace Alwar, also known as Vinay Vilas Mahal, is an 18th-century palace built in 1791-1793 by Raja Bakhtawar Singh. Located in the heart of Alwar, Rajasthan, this architectural marvel blends Mughal and Rajputana styles. The palace now houses the Government Museum on its upper floors, displaying royal artifacts, arms, armor, and manuscripts. The ground floor serves as government offices.

Visitors can explore the palace courtyard with marble pavilions, view intricate murals and mirror work, and visit the Government Museum on upper floors. The palace features ornate entrance gates including Jai Pol, Suraj Pol, and Chand Pol. From elevated vantage points, panoramic views of Alwar city are visible. The museum displays royal collections including armor, furniture, and manuscripts.

Built in 1791-1793 AD by Raja Bakhtawar Singh, third ruler of Alwar State. The palace served as the royal residence of the Kachwaha dynasty rulers of Alwar. It represents an important example of Indo-Islamic architecture combining Mughal and Rajput styles from the late 18th century.

The palace showcases the cultural heritage of Rajputana royalty through its architecture, museum collections, and historical artifacts. It houses significant collections of Rajasthani and Mughal school paintings, rare manuscripts, and royal memorabilia.