Kollapur Samsthanam Palace

Kollapur Samsthanam Palace, also known as Chandra Mahal, is a historic palace built in 1871 by the rulers of the Kollapur Samsthan, a princely region under the Nizams. Located in Kollapur town in Nagarkurnool district, Telangana, the palace complex features several buildings including administrative structures and residential quarters from the 19th and 20th centuries. The palace showcases colonial-era architecture and houses artifacts from the royal family's heritage.

Visitors can explore the palace complex which includes a large wooden doorway entrance, open areas, an administrative building, and the main residential complex with multiple structures. Horse carts once used by the royal family are displayed in the center of the residential area. The palace is partly in ruins and not fully maintained, offering a glimpse into the erstwhile glory of the Kollapur Samsthan rulers.

The palace was built in 1871 by the rulers of the Kollapur Samsthan, taking 7 years to complete. The Kollapur Samsthanam (also known as Jatprole Samsthanam) was one of the most ancient and historic estates in the erstwhile Hyderabad State, dating from circa 1527 CE to 1948 CE. The region was ruled by Hindu rulers under the Nizams and controlled much of the Nallamala region along the Krishna River.

The palace represents the heritage of the Kollapur Samsthan, one of the prominent princely regions in Telangana. The area is known for its ancient temples including Someshwara, Sangameshwara, and Malleshwara temples with architectural treasures dating back to the 2nd century BC. Kollapur was referred to as 'Telangana Mysore' due to its broad roads and tree plantations.