Kalideh Palace

Kalideh Palace, also known as Kaliyadeh Palace, is a historic palace located on an island in the Shipra River on the outskirts of Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh. Built in 1458 by the Sultan of Mandu, it features Persian architecture with a central dome and surrounding water channels. Notable for visits by Mughal emperors Akbar and Jahangir, the palace and its restored gardens offer a scenic riverside setting reflecting Mandu and Mughal influences.

Visitors can expect a riverside palace complex set on a small island in the Shipra River, surrounded by water channels and gardens. The structure features Persian-style architecture with arched openings, a central dome, and remnants of water engineering that once channeled river water around the palace. The surroundings are open and scenic with views of the river, ghats and nearby Sun Temple remains. Areas to explore include the main palace building, garden lawns and river viewpoints suitable for sightseeing and photography.

Built in 1458 by Mahmud Khilji, Sultan of Mandu, as a palace on the Shipra River showcasing Persian architectural style. The palace was visited by Mughal emperors Akbar and Jahangir, who left Persian inscriptions recording their visits. It was later restored by Madhav Rao Scindia in 1920 after damage, and suffered partial collapse during the Shipra flood of 1926. It represents Mandu Sultanate and Mughal period heritage in the Malwa region.

The palace is culturally significant as a riverside retreat associated with the Shipra River, which is sacred in Ujjain. The complex includes remains of a Sun Temple and reflects the blending of Persian and Indian architectural traditions. It is a recognized heritage attraction of Ujjain and part of the city's historic tourism circuit.