Falaknuma Palace is situated on hill 650 meters in height, in the southern part of Old City of Hyderabad, India. It was built by the Paigah, Nawab Vikar-ul-Umra. It was purchased by the then Nizam VI during 1897 or use as a royal guest house, and its hospitality became unmatched during the heyday. The palace provides a good view of Hyderabad.
The palace was designed by an Italian architect in western style, and took 9 years for construction, and is completely built with Italian Marble. The foundation stone was laid on 3rd March, 1884.
With interiors decorated lavishly, the palace has close to 220 rooms and 22 halls, each designed beautifully. One of the most captivating features of this palace is its innumerable Venetian chandeliers; their exquisite beauty and large size alluring every visitor. The palace represents the glamour of Nizam era and its carefully designed architectural beauty.
This Palace was taken over by Taj Group and has been opened as 5-star hotel in the year of 2010. Now it is popularly known as the Taj Falaknuma Palace. The hotel is consisted of 60 spacious guestrooms offering all the visitors with a royal experience. The hotel not just offers grand staying opportunities but also has a tea room, hookah lounge and two restaurants for everyone.
The palace was designed by an Italian architect in western style, and took 9 years for construction, and is completely built with Italian Marble. The foundation stone was laid on 3rd March, 1884.