This palace was designed by Henry Irving in 20th century, this palace took 15 years to complete with nonstop construction which result in fabulous structure with lavish interiors -- teak ceilings, carved marble handrails, gilded pillared halls, ivory deities, rococo lamp stands, Italian crystal chandeliers, stained-glass windows, miles of white marble floors, and ceilings made from stained glass brought all the way from Glasgow. It is also known as Maharaja's Palace or Amba Vilas.
It has frescoes, paintings, statues, and delicate relief carvings recall religious as well as secular scenes, including glorious state processions. Also the palace has beautiful inner courtyards, growling stone felines guard stairways, while elsewhere, elaborately carved rosewood doors mark the entrances of yet more splendid halls and chambers.
Paintings are also there by Raja Ravi Varma, golden chariots, gilt-framed mirrors, stately family portraits (including a wax sculpture of the maharajah), and all manner of ornate fantasy objects add to the spectacle of abundant wealth. This Palace has a big parade grounds brought to life during the Dussehra Festival (Sept or Oct), a terraced grandstand pavilion is covered by a heavily decorated and frescoed ceiling, while huge, decaying chandeliers dangle precariously over the seating.
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