Vijay Vilas Palace

Vijay Vilas Palace overlooking the Arabian Sea in Mandvi (Kutch area) is one of the recently constructed palaces in India compared to its Rajput counterparts. It is an epitome of graceful curves built in fusion architectural style of local Kutch, Rajasthan and Bengal. It was constructed as a summer retreat in the 1920’s by the Rajah of Kutch and named after the then crown prince. The erstwile ruling royal family resides in the palace after their original residence in nearby Bhuj was partly destroyed in a Earthquake in 2001.

The Vijay Vilas Palace rises from a multi-acre estate along the coast near the town. This palace of His Highness Maharao Vijay Singhji, who ruled over Kutch in the 1940s, is an eclectic blend of architectural styles. Umbrella-domes like those seen in palaces of Bengal, cupolas that would not look out of place in Mughal buildings, jarokhas and cusp-arches like those seen in Rajput palaces of Rajasthan, Victorian Gothic arches and classical columns make up the ensemble. Yet the architects were skilled enough to make the entire complex look harmonious.

Visitors can see the interiors including offices where the Maharaos worked from dawn to afternoon, the rooms for entertaining, the old living quarters. The domed terrace has a view over the estate to the sea. The palace is nestled in 450 acres of lush greenery, with 2 kilometers of private beach. The Vijay Vilas Palace has its own private sanctuary maintained in an eco-friendly manner to preserve its pristine beauty. In this sanctuary one can see blue bulls, jackals and an occasional chinkara. By booking vijay vilas palace mandvi visit with kutchtourguide.com you can be assured of having a rich & majestic experience of the Vijay Vilas Palace. Our guides are privy to the most intriguing stories related to the palace along with its history giving you a peep into the lives of the royals of yesteryears.