The Maharani Chimnabai Tower, commonly known as Raopura Tower, is one of the major landmarks of the city. Erected in 1896, the funds for the tower were contributed by the citizens of Baroda in memory of Maharani Chimnabai I (1864-1885), the first wife of Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III. It was inaugurated by the last Nawab of Baroda, Mir Kamaluddin Hussainkhan….
August 2009
Located in the heart of the city, the now-demolished Nazarbaug Palace once stood proudly across Mandvi, built by Maharaja Malharrao Gaekwad in 1871. Considered the oldest palace in Baroda, it later served as a treasury and remained a favored venue for grand royal functions. The palace grounds also housed the enchanting Shish Mahal, a palace of glass. A Splendid Structure…
Initially built to house a vegetable market, the Nyay Mandir was commissioned by Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III in memory of his beloved wife, Maharani Chimnabai I. Upon completion, the structure transitioned from a market to a Town Hall and later transformed into an imperial court, inaugurated on November 30, 1896, by the then Viceroy, Lord Elgin. The Maharaja’s deep respect…
Nestled near the Khanderao Market, the Shri Sayaji Vihar Club stands as a proud testament to the architectural and cultural vision of Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III. Originally established as the Officers’ Club for sports activities, this historic building embodies the grandeur and elegance of its time. The Building The design of the Shri Sayaji Vihar Club aligns with the architectural…
Commissioned in 1936, the Maharaja Pratapsinh Coronation Gymkhana stands as a testament to Baroda’s rich history and the defiant spirit of its rulers. During the Diamond Jubilee Celebrations of Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III’s rule, his grandson and successor, Yuvraj Pratapsinhrao, boldly declared his intention to establish a Polo Club. This announcement was not merely a gesture of celebration but also…