Nazarbaug Palace

Nazarbaug Palace is a historic royal palace located near Mandvi Gate in the old city area of Vadodara, Gujarat. Built in 1871 by Maharaja Malhar Rao Gaekwad and later extended, it served as a Gaekwad royal residence and treasury for the Baroda State jewels. Notable for its classical architecture and association with the Gaekwad dynasty, the palace is now largely in a dilapidated state with limited public access, but remains a significant heritage landmark in Vadodara.

Visitors can expect to view the exterior of a historic Gaekwad-era palace situated in the congested Mandvi and Dandia Bazaar area of old Vadodara. The structure shows classical architectural elements but is largely in a dilapidated and partially ruined condition. Interior access is generally not available as it is private property. The surroundings are busy market lanes, and visitors typically view the facade from outside, observe heritage architectural details, and explore the nearby historic city area.

Nazarbaug Palace was constructed in 1871 by Maharaja Malhar Rao Gaekwad of Baroda State and later renovated and extended by Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III. It served as a royal residence and was used for important Gaekwad ceremonies and as a treasury for the Baroda State jewels, including the Star of the South diamond and other regalia. It reflects the history of the Gaekwad dynasty that ruled Baroda in the 19th and early 20th centuries.

The palace is associated with the cultural heritage of the Gaekwad dynasty and the historic urban fabric of Vadodara. It represents the royal architectural traditions of Baroda State and remains a recognized heritage structure in the old city, near Mandvi Gate and other historic landmarks.