Khasbagh Palace

Khasbagh Palace is a historic palace located in Rampur, Uttar Pradesh, within the Civil Lines area of the city. Built during the early 20th century under Nawab Hamid Ali Khan of Rampur State, it exhibits Indo-European architectural style combining European classical features with Indian elements. Notable for its grand facade, spacious halls and landscaped grounds, the palace reflects Rampur's Nawabi heritage and remains an important landmark of the former princely state.

Visitors can expect to view an early 20th-century palace complex set within landscaped grounds in central Rampur. The exterior displays Indo-European architecture with classical columns, arches and symmetrical facades. Access to interiors is generally restricted as the palace remains associated with the former royal family, so most visits are limited to exterior viewing and photography from permitted areas. The surroundings are urban with nearby administrative and residential areas.

Khasbagh Palace was commissioned by Nawab Hamid Ali Khan, ruler of Rampur State (reigned 1889-1930), and construction continued into the early 1930s. Designed in Indo-European style, it served as a royal residence of the Rampur Nawabs and reflects the architectural preferences of the princely state period, combining European classical design with local craftsmanship.

The palace is a prominent symbol of Rampur's Nawabi culture and princely heritage. It represents the architectural and cultural patronage of the Rampur State and remains associated with the city's identity alongside institutions like the Rampur Raza Library.