Aina Mahal
| Place | Bhuj |
|---|---|
| State | Gujarat |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 1997 |
| Museum Type | Heritage / Palace Museum |
| National Importance Museum | No |
| Address | Maharav of Kutch, Chowk, Darbar Gadh Rd, Old Dhatia Falia, Bhuj, Gujarat 370001 |
| Visiting Time | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Closed Thursdays) |
| Entry Fee | Rs. 30 (Adults) Rs. 10 (Children) |
Museum Introduction
An 18th-century palace in Bhuj built by Rao Lakhpatji and designed by master craftsman Ram Singh Malam. Known as the "Hall of Mirrors," it showcases a unique fusion of Indo-European architecture with exquisite glass, mirror, and tile work. Though damaged in the 2001 earthquake, the preserved sections remain a major cultural attraction.
General Collections
The museum houses royal possessions, weapons, mechanical toys, and diverse art pieces. The primary attraction is the Hall of Mirrors itself, featuring white marble walls covered with mirrors and gilded ornaments.
Unique Historical Collections
Includes a 15-meter long scroll painting depicting the Royal Procession of Maharao Pragmalji II (1876) and a bed with solid gold legs used by Maharao Lakhpatji.
Additional Information
| Video URL | https://youtu.be/DYyeNL1Wqe4?si=EgEbNftiQK7qhbB9 |
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| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
| Notes | The palace suffered severe damage during the 2001 Bhuj earthquake, destroying the upper floor; only the ground floor is currently accessible. Closed on Thursdays. |
| Artifacts | 15m Scroll Painting (Royal Procession); Bed with Gold Legs; Ivory Door; Hogarth's "A Rake's Progress" (Lithographs); Pendulum Clock (Hindu Calendar). |
| Highly Descriptive | No |
| Contact Details | +91 94275 69941 |
| Email ID | afroasian@symbiosis.ac.in |