Introduction

Baz Bahadur Palace is one of the prominent tourist attraction at Mandu tourist destination. Its name is derived from Mandu ruler Baz Bahadur who was fond of music and art and was in deep love of his wife Roopmati. During his rule time, Mandu was in it peak. Palace is located on hill slope with scenic surrounding. It is about 95 kms west of Indore city and easily accessible by road. Baz Bahadur palace is a interesting blend of Rajput and Mughal architecture and style. Its name Baz Bahadur has been derived from the name of ruler Baz Bahadur who was fond of music and art. During his rule, Mandu was at its peak. This palace was actually built far before Baz Bahadur came into power. Inscription at the palace entrance gate describes its construction to Sultan Nasiruddin Shah in AD 1508-09.

The main gateway to the palace is approached by 40 broad steps with landings in intervals. The passage through gateway have the rooms for guards which is having vaulted ceiling. This passage have arched designs on both the ends which gives it a artistic look and it leads to the outer court of the palace. This outer court can also be reached by main doorway. On main part of the palace we will find open court which is having beautiful fountain in middle. All four sides have halls and rooms. These halls are used for different purpose like meetings with public, meetings with administrative officers etc. If we look at the north of the Baz Bahadur palace, we will find an octagonal pavilion with arches which overlooks an garden area where marks of history can still be seen. Their are steps that lead to spacious terrace with boundaries which offers a breathtaking view of Roopmati Pavilion in foreground and beautiful countryside view.

Where is Baz Bahadur Palace ?

Baz Bahadur palace is a heritage tourism site, located in Mandu destination. It lies in north-west of Madhya Pradesh at hill top site of Mandu town. While doing the local sightseeing of this destination, we will find the beautifully maintained Baz Bahadur palace. So during Mandu sightseeing, must cover this monument site and understand the architecture of this heritage building, learn the history of Baz Bahadur - Roopmati love story and there devotion for music and art. Famoun Roopmati Pavillion is close to this site. We highly recommend to use guide service for local sightseeing to understand the importance of this place and each monuments. It is located in hill top site thus one can visit in any season and enjoy heritage tourism with scenic surrounding nature.

Best time to visit

Baz Bahadur palace in Mandu is open for visitors from sunrise to sunset. Similarly other Mandu monuments can also be visited in same time duration. These monuments remain open for tourists in all the seasons i.e. winters, summers, monsoon. Here most of the tourist arrival is experienced from October to April as it is the best time to visit North India and Cental India. During this time most of the festivals falls and climatic condition also remains good.

Next to Mandu

We have many options to visit after spending good time in Mandu. We can move toward Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra or to nearby pilgrimage spots like Maheshwar, Omkareshwar, Ujjain etc. If opt to visit Rajasthan then first best option is Udaipur then Chittorgarh, Mount Abu, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Jaipur. If opt to visit Gujarat then first option is to visit Vadodara city known for UNESCO world heritage site of Champaner Pavagarh monuments followed by Ahmedabad city. But over and above this, mostly tourists proceed for Ajanta - Ellora caves with Aurangabad city tour.