Sultanpur Palace, Kullu

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Visitors Information

  • Famous for: History, Scenery, Photography
  • Entrance Fee:30 for all tourists.
  • Visiting Time: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM (Daily)
  • Visit Duration: 1 to 2 hours

The magnificent Sultanpur Palace is located in Kullu- Manali. A location of huge historical importance, this palace is the residence of the erstwhile royalty of Kullu. The scenic beauty of the surrounding atmosphere further amplifies the ambience of the site where the palace resides. This masterpiece, popularly also known as the Rupi Palace, was constructed by the famed Raja Jagat Singh way back in 1600. The original palace built at the site was damaged in an earthquake and the newer palace was constructed in its place with the same design and style so as to replicate the older one’s presence. The Palace is highly famous amongst tourists from all over the world for its paintings. These miniature paintings fill the palace and depict the life of the countryside during the early days without the interference of people and their lifestyle.

Traveler Tips

  • Since, the members of the former royalty of Kullu presently reside in the Palace, proper permission should be taken before touring the Palace and its gardens.
  • There are a lot of paintings and architecture to look at. Hence, proper time should be allocated for looking around the palace.
  • Wear comfortable footwear as there will be a lot of walking around within the palace.
  • There are rest rooms within the premises.

Things to Do

  • Revel in the artistic expressions of the paintings which dominate the interiors of the palace.
  • Marvel at the intricate architecture of the beautifully built palace.
  • Look around at the stupendous natural beauty of the surroundings from the palace itself.
  • Enjoy some really great authentic food available in the palace, from the chefs who will prepare it if asked specially for it.
  • Roam around the central area and visit the local bazaar to buy the famed local shawls and other items which catch your fancy.
  • There are a lot of adventure sports to be carried out in this area which include trekking and rafting.

Availability of Guides

There are no guides available within the area for the Palace. The best way to tour the Palace would be to book through a proper travel agency so as to even obtain the permission for visiting.

Best Time to Visit

The months from March to October are milder and the best time to visit Kullu. The winters in the region are extreme with heavy snowfall and even roadblocks in certain parts of the region. The Palace is best visited in the morning so as to look around at an even pace till the afternoon.

How to Reach

The Palace which is located in Sultanpur, is just half a kilometer away from the main HRTC Bus Stand, which makes it quite easy to reach for tourists. This prime location can be accessed from anywhere in the city by any kind of public transport like buses, cabs or auto rickshaws.

Interesting Facts and Trivia About the Sultanpur Palace

  • This breathtaking palace has an architectural style pertaining to a beautiful blend of both the Pahari and the colonial designs.
  • The paintings with the stories embodied in it, will stress on the importance of life before human interference in the countryside.
  • The huge gates which open onto the majestic palace are another piece of art, which have been made intricately out of wood and add grandeur to the entrance of the structure.
  • The gates also have Lord Ganesh sculpted into it as a welcoming to the visitors.
  • The earthquake which destroyed the original building occurred in 1905, after which the newer one was reconstructed.
  • Popularly known as the Rupi Palace, this location hosts a large number of tourists each year and is at a distance of about 100 kilometers from the famed Raghunathjee Temple.

Nearby Attractions

Nearby Restaurants

  • Maitre Café
  • Sura Bar
  • Sapna Sweets
  • Valentino’s
  • The Spice House Restaurant

The remarkable structure of the Sultanpur Palace, complements the incredible natural beauty in the surroundings. Visiting the location in all its glory is guaranteed to be a great experience for nature lovers and history buffs, who want to dig and live the past through amazing structures like the Sultanpur Palace.

About Rohit

An architect by profession, Rohit Agarwal is a curious traveller, seeking out the minutest detail about the places he travels to, and that’s what one will find in his writings. His writings have appeared in various blogs, he’s currently trying to bring forth as many different places a traveller who shares the same level of curiosity like him would like to visit through his writings.

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