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World's Largest Residential Building In India, Four Times Larger Than Buckingham Palace—Visit For Just THIS Price

 Discover Gujarat's crown jewel, the Lakshmi Vilas Palace in Vadodara. Renowned as the world's largest residential building, this majestic palace is a symbol of India’s rich heritage and grandeur.

Open to the Public

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Open to the Public

You can explore this royal residence! The general public can visit Lakshmi Vilas Palace with an entry ticket costing just Rs 150. If you're interested in exploring the museum, it will cost you Rs 60.

Sprawling Estate

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Sprawling Estate

Spanning approximately 700 acres, Lakshmi Vilas Palace boasts 170 rooms, each reflecting the opulence and grandeur of the Gaekwad royal family. It’s a four-story structure built to house the Maharaja and Maharani of Vadodara.

Current Value

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Current Value

The estimated value of this luxurious palace is around £180,000, or 20,000 crore rupees. Today, it serves as the residence of HRH Samarjitsinh Gaekwad, his wife Radhikaraje Gaekwad, and their two daughters.

Four Times Larger Than Buckingham Palace

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Four Times Larger Than Buckingham Palace

The palace is not just large—it’s massive! It is four times the size of Buckingham Palace, the official residence of the British monarchy in London, making it a true testament to India’s royal legacy.

A Royal Masterpiece

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A Royal Masterpiece

Lakshmi Vilas Palace was built by Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad in 1880. This architectural marvel is a blend of Indian and European styles, adorned with colorful marbles and exquisite artworks.