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Rana Palaces Of Nepal
The Rana palaces of Nepal were built by the Rana dynasty rulers of Nepal as both private and government buildings. The Rana rule lasted for 104 years, and during that time a number of grand royal residences were built, especially by the Prime Minister, his immediate family, and other high-ranking dignitaries. After the overthrow of the Rana Dynasty, some palaces were converted into government buildings. Others were demolished by their owners and rebuilt into libraries, museums, hotels, and heritage complexes. Most palaces still in private ownership have been destroyed or lie in ruins. Most government-owned palaces have been maintained and restored. Basic information Foreign-trained Newar architects designed most of the palaces. Palaces Earthquake of 2015 The April 2015 Nepal earthquake, earthquake of 2015 resulted in the destruction of many remaining palaces, particularly those built of mud-mortar brick and lime plaster. See also *Daudaha system *Singha Durbar *Ranigh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Simha Durbar
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Bir Shumsher JBR
Commanding General Shree Maharaja Sir Bir Shumsher Jung Bahadur Rana (10 December 1852 – 5 March 1901) was the 11th Prime Minister of Nepal. He is remembered as a statesman who made reforms and infrastructure improvements. Bir Shamsher Jung Bahadur Rana was known as ''Kailay'' in his childhood; this name was given by Jung Bahadur. His mother was daughter of Pahalman Singh Basnyat and sister of Lalitman Singh Basnyat. His mother died at his birth and he was taken care of by Putali Maharani, wife of Jung Bahadur. He spent his childhood at Thapathali Durbar. Birth Bir was born to the chief of the Army Dhir Shamsher Jung Bahadur Rana, younger brother of Jung Bahadur Rana. His mother was sister of Iman Singh Basnyat and Lalitman Singh Basnyat and daughter of Pahalman Singh Basnyat. The Nepalese PM Jung Bahadur Rana was asked for help by the British Raj in dealing with the mutiny, and Pahalman Singh Basnyat was Brigadier Colonel of the troops deployed from Nepal. He was given the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tangal Durbar
Sita Bhawan is a Rana palaces of Nepal, Rana palace in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. The palace complex, located east of the Narayanhity Palace, was incorporated in an impressive and vast array of courtyards, gardens and buildings. Sita Bhawan was built by Bhim Shamsher Jang Bahadur Rana in 1929 for his wife, Her Highness Sri Teen Sita Bada Maharani Deela Kumari Devi.Prakash A Raj, "Maharaj Bhim Shumsherko Jiwani," Nabin Publications, History Sita Bhawan was built by Bhim Shamsher Jang Bahadur Rana for Her Highness Deela Kumari Devi. She lived in this palace until its nationalisation in 1969. Current status Sita Bhawan is largely occupied by, Nepal Children Organization (NCO) and Nepal Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA). Earthquake of 2015 A large section of this palace was destroyed by 2015 earthquake. Future of this historic building is unknown. Gallery File:Baithak.jpg, One of the Baithak room of Tangal Durbar,kathmandu,Nepal File:Brick of Tangal Durbar.jpg, '' Shree 3 Bhim 1 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bir Keshar Pande
''Kaji'' Bir Keshar Pande () a Nepalese politician, military personnel and courtier in the Kingdom of Nepal. He was member of the Gora Pande clan of Gorkha and the son of Kaji Ranajit Pande. Bir Keshar Pande was the owner of Lazimpat Durbar. As Thapathali was abode of the Thapas, Lazimpat was abode of Pande family. At the time of the Kot massacre on 14 September 1846, Lazimpat Durbar was owned by ''Kaji'' Bir Keshar Pande and was massacred there. After which lazimpat Durbar was occupied by ''Kaji'' Mama Col.Tribikram Singh Thapa for 28 years until he left for Varanasi in 1875. Family He was the son of Kaji Ranajit Pande of ''Gora'' (White) Pande faction belonging to Pande family. He was grandson of Kaji Tularam Pande who died in the Battle of Kathmandu. His father Ranajit Pande was once a Mulkaji while the other uncle Bhotu Pande was a military officer in the offence of Sino-Nepalese War. Kot Massacre Raged by the news of her beloved and trustworthy general, Queen Rajya Laksh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lazimpat Durbar
Lazimpat Durbar, Aka Agni Bhawan is a palace complex in Kathmandu, the capital of the Nepal. Initially build and occupied by ''Kaji'' Bir Keshar Pande but later palace area was occupied by Bir Shumsher JBR, as prime minister the executive head of Nepal. The palace complex, located next to the historic Narayanhity Palace Museum, was incorporated impressive and vast array of courtyards, gardens and buildings. History The palace complex lies in the heart of Kathmandu city, to the north of the Bagmati river. The history of the palace is closely linked with the history of Nepal and its rulers. Under Pandey Under Rana Hotel Shanker After Agni Shumsher's death Lazimpat Durbar (then known as Agni Bhawan) was sold to Ram Shanker Shrestha who remodeled the interior into a historic luxury heritage hotel. See also * Bir Shumsher JBR * Hotel Shanker *Rana palaces of Nepal The Rana palaces of Nepal were built by the Rana dynasty rulers of Nepal as both private and government buildin ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hatti Shar Durbar
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Pani Pokahari Durbar
Pāṇi is a surname used in India, found often in the state of Odisha (formerly Orissa). The surname Pāṇi is widely used in Orissa, Madhya Pradesh, and a large part of eastern and central India. This surname is used by Brahmins whose root is claimed to be traced to Ujjain of Madhya Pradesh and to the period of Kalidasa. History There are two stories how this surname (or caste name) came about. The first one says the great grammar pundit Pāṇini is the ancestor of Pāṇis, and the other story is that a king of Kalinga conferred the title Pāṇi to Brahmins who could easily memorize all of the Vedas. Pani reached their zenith and were revered as ministers in the period of king Vikramaditya (1st century AD). Pani migrated to Orissa in the 12th century AD after king Jajati Keshari invited them for a yajna that was held to honour Shiva. Pani families in Purulia district have been Zamindars (in Chakradharpur, Puri, Barabazar. Some Pāṇis migrated inland to the tribal areas ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jaulakhel Durbar
Jaulakhel Durbar (Jaulakhel Palace) was a Rana palace in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, the capital city of Nepal. Jaulakhel Durbar was built by Bir Shumsher Jang Bahadur Rana in 1954 BS. History Jaulakhel Durbar was heavily damaged during the Earthquake of 1990 BS and was later renovated and given by Juddha Shumsher JBR to his son Surya Shumsher. After Surya's Death his only son Yuvaraj Shumsher inherited it. The Jawalakhel Zoo was built on the grounds of Jawalakhel Durbar by General Maheswar Shamshere Rana at the behest of his grandfather Juddha Shamshere. It was a private zoo later made into the only national zoo in Nepal. Club Rondeau Jaulakhel Durbar was later turned into Club Rondeau by Yuvaraj Shumsher in 2007 BS. Under Government of Nepal After being unsuccessful in business Yuvaraj Shumsher sold Jaulakhel Durbar along with Club Rondeau. Currently the palace is occupied by a branch of the Office of Land Reform and Management. See also *Rana palaces of Nepal *Mathabarsingh Th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bhatbhateni Durbar
Bhatbhateni Durbar was a Rana palace in Kathmandu, Nepal. The palace complex, located in Hadigau, was incorporated in an impressive and vast array of courtyards, furnishings and guest halls. Bhatbhateni Durbar was built by Bir Shumsher JBR in 1888. History Bhatbhateni Durbar was built by Bir Shumsher JBR Commanding General Shree Maharaja Sir Bir Shumsher Jung Bahadur Rana (10 December 1852 – 5 March 1901) was the 11th Prime Minister of Nepal. He is remembered as a statesman who made reforms and infrastructure improvements. Bir Shamsher Jung B ... as a private residence for his second son Dharma Shumsher. It was spread over 160 Ropani. In 1901 after Bir Shamsher's death Dharma Shamsher JBR, moved to this palace from Seto Durbar. After Dharma Shumsher's death, all his property along with Bhatbhateni palace was inherited to his adopted son ( Gehendra Shamsher JBRs second son) Ekaraj Shumsher. After Ekaraj Shimsher's death in 1932 the entire palace was torn apart and land s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
