Raja Nahar Singh Palace

Raja Nahar Singh Palace, also known as Ballabhgarh Fort Palace, is a heritage palace in Ballabhgarh, Faridabad district, Haryana. Built in 1739 by Raja Balram Singh and later associated with Raja Nahar Singh, it exemplifies Jat architectural style with sandstone structures, courtyards and ornate chambers. Now operated as a heritage hotel and restaurant by Haryana Tourism, it preserves period furnishings and hosts cultural events, offering visitors a glimpse into 18th-19th century royal heritage near Delhi.

Visitors can expect a restored fort-palace complex with sandstone courtyards, arched corridors, decorated chambers, and a central courtyard. The palace is maintained as a heritage hotel and restaurant by Haryana Tourism, with period-style furniture, a small museum display, and landscaped grounds. Visitors can explore the exterior fort walls, inner palace rooms, and dining areas, and experience cultural programs when scheduled. The setting is urban, located within Ballabhgarh town near the main market and railway station.

The fort at Ballabhgarh was founded in 1739 by Raja Balram Singh, a Jat ruler of the Ballabhgarh state. Construction was continued by his successors. The palace within the fort became the residence of Raja Nahar Singh (1823-1858), the last ruler of Ballabhgarh. The structure reflects the architectural and administrative history of the Jat principality in the 18th and 19th centuries and is protected as a heritage property in Haryana.

The palace is a prominent example of Jat heritage architecture in Haryana and serves as a cultural venue. Haryana Tourism organizes the annual Kartik Cultural Festival on the palace grounds, featuring folk music, dance and crafts. As a heritage hotel, it promotes awareness of regional history and traditional hospitality.