Raja Nahar Singh Palace

Raja Nahar Singh Palace in Ballabhgarh (celebrated across India as the 18th century royal fortified sandstone citadel of the legendary Jat ruler and 1857 freedom martyr Raja Nahar Singh, and an exquisitely restored heritage palace hotel managed by Haryana Tourism), located in Ballabhgarh in Faridabad in Haryana, stands as Faridabad's premier royal heritage destination.

Founded around 1739 AD by Rao Balram (Ballu) and completed by his illustrious descendant Raja Nahar Singh in the 1840s, this historic palace served as the sovereign seat of the Ballabhgarh princely state and a key stronghold that guarded Delhi's southern approaches during the 1857 Indian War of Independence.

It's the home of the grand multi court palace architecture showcasing intricately carved red sandstone arches, oriel jharokhas, fluted pillars, and ornamental chhatris (canopies), the historic Darbar e-Aam royal courtroom decorated with vintage chandeliers and floral frescoes, the shaded inner zenana courtyards featuring stone fountains and carved jali screens, the premier Raja Nahar Singh Palace Heritage Motel offering royal suite accommodations, fine dining restaurants serving royal Rajputana and Haryanvi culinary delicacies, the celebrated annual Kartik Cultural Festival featuring classical dance and folk music recitals, and an intensely romantic, timeless heritage atmosphere where royal valor and colonial architecture blend gracefully.

It represents a rich 285 year-old Jat royal lineage, 1857 patriotic martyrdom, and heritage hospitality where sandstone jharokhas, royal courtyards, Kartik festivals, and heritage suites unite in Raja Nahar Singh Palace Faridabad.

Located in the historic heart of Ballabhgarh town, it sits directly adjacent to Raja Nahar Singh Metro Station (Violet Line), 12 km south of Faridabad city center, 35 km south of Connaught Place (New Delhi), and 45 km from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), easily accessible via the Delhi Metro or NH 44 highway.

1739 AD Fort Palace & Raja Nahar Singh's Martyrdom

Raja Nahar Singh led the regional resistance against British colonial forces during the 1857 uprising, defending Delhi's southern frontier alongside Emperor Bahadur Shah Zafar.

The palace was constructed with thick defense bastions and double layered sandstone ramparts that successfully repelled British advances for months before the monarch was captured and martyred at Chandni Chowk in 1858.

Truth is, dining beneath the ornate frescoed arches of the royal courtyard while evening lanterns glow across the stone pavilions is a magical experience.

Haryana Tourism Heritage Hotel & Kartik Mela

The Royal Suites: Meticulously restored by renowned conservation architects into luxury guest rooms equipped with period teak furniture and antique decor.

Kartik Cultural Festival: The grand annual November cultural festival organized by Haryana Tourism transforms the palace courtyards into a lively arena of classical dance, music, and craft stalls.

Surajkund & Faridabad Tourism Circuit

Faridabad Heritage Link: Connects within minutes to the ancient 10th century Surajkund Sun reservoir (20 km) and Badkhal Lake (16 km).

NCR Weekend Circuit: Pairs smoothly with Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary (22 km), Lotus Temple in Delhi (30 km), and Qutub Minar (32 km).

After experiencing the royal hospitality of Raja Nahar Singh Palace, visit the ancient sun pool of Surajkund, explore Badkhal Lake, or tour Faridabad.