Wanaparthy Palace
Category Adventure, Historic
The Wanaparthy Palace, also known as Mustafa Mahal, is a historical landmark in Wanaparthy, Telangana, India. It was built in the early 20th century and served as the residence of the rulers of Wanaparthy Samsthanam. The palace is now used as the K.D.R. Government Polytechnic College (KDRGP), Wanaparthy.
Key Features:
- Location: Situated in the headquarters of Wanaparthy district.
- Historical Significance: The palace is a testament to the region’s princely past and the history of the Wanaparthy Samsthanam.
- Architectural Style: It features a blend of European and Indian architectural styles.
- Other Names: It is also known as Mustafa Mahal, after a Muslim saint.
- Raja Rameshwar Rao II: The palace was once the residence of Raja Rameshwar Rao II, who ruled Wanaparthy in the 20th century.
The K.D.R. Government Polytechnic College (KDRGP) in Wanaparthy was established by Late Sri Raja Rameshwar Rao of Wanaparthy Samsthanam and inaugurated by India’s first Prime Minister, Pandit Jawahar Lal Nehru, on October 11, 1959. It was the first polytechnic college in Telangana, and the Raja donated his palace and land for the college’s establishment.