Volunteers recently cleared four trolley-loads of garbage from the 18th-century Nabha Fort and an adjoining park, renewing demands that the monument linked to Maharaja Ripudaman Singh be protected and developed as a tourism destination.
About Nabha Fort:
It is located in Nabha city within the Patiala district of Punjab.
It served as the royal residence and administrative center of the Nabha princely state under the Phulkian dynasty.
Constructed and expanded over more than 150 years, notable rulers like Maharaja Hira Singh (1843-1911)contributed to its grandeur with decorative frescoes, intricate carvings, and spacious courtyards.
The fort played a significant role during the Anglo-Sikh Wars, with Nabha aligned with the British, which secured its sovereignty under colonial rule.
Architecture:
The fort features traditional Indian military architecture with thick walls, bastions, and large gates designed for defense, alongside palatial residences, gardens, and audience halls showcasing a blend of Mughal, Rajput, and Sikh architectural styles.
The fort also consists of painted chambers, gilding and mirror work, colored glass and decorative fanlights, wood carvings, decorative plasterwork, stone door frames, and stone jaalis.
Rediscovered artifacts include rare wall paintings depicting Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s army and a unique cooling systemin the basement known as the Sard Khana.
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