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18th-century Jat Palace

Raja Nahar Singh Palace

Also Known As · Nahar Singh Mahal · Ballabgarh Palace

Faridabad, Haryana · monument

A red-sandstone Jat palace around a grand courtyard — the seat of an 1857 martyr — steps from the Violet Line's southern terminus.

Open dailyEntry Fee: Free EntryDaily, approximately 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM for heritage viewing (timings can shift for private event bookings)

Raja Nahar Singh Palace — also called Nahar Singh Mahal — is a rare surviving princely palace in the Delhi-NCR belt, a handsome double-storeyed sandstone quadrangle in Ballabgarh, at the southern end of Faridabad. Begun around 1739 by the ancestors of the Jat chief Rao Balram and extended in stages to about 1850, it is built around a large central courtyard, with a Darbar-e-Aam (hall of public audience), a Rang Mahal crowned by a chhatri, guest chambers and cupolas; two of its four original corner minarets still stand.

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Where to Eat Nearby

Nearby Vegetarian Eats

Haldiram's, Nahar Singh Colony

1 km away
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Pure-vegetarian sweets, chaat and thalis

Bikanervala, Faridabad

5 km away
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Pure-vegetarian North Indian food and sweets

Foodie Moodie, Nahar Singh Colony

0.8 km away
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Vegetarian-only local fare near the palace

About

Raja Nahar Singh Palace — also called Nahar Singh Mahal — is a rare surviving princely palace in the Delhi-NCR belt, a handsome double-storeyed sandstone quadrangle in Ballabgarh, at the southern end of Faridabad.

  • Begun around 1739 by the ancestors of the Jat chief Rao Balram and extended in stages to about 1850, it is built around a large central courtyard, with a Darbar-e-Aam (hall of public audience), a Rang Mahal crowned by a chhatri, guest chambers and cupolas; two of its four original corner minarets still stand.
  • The palace is named after Raja Nahar Singh (1821–1858), the ruler of the Ballabgarh estate, who joined the Indian Rebellion of 1857 against the British and was hanged in Delhi's Chandni Chowk in January 1858 for his part in the uprising — remembered locally as a martyr of the First War of Independence, with the town and its metro terminus both carrying his name.
  • Architecturally the palace blends Rajput and Mughal-influenced idioms in red-and-buff sandstone, with carved arches, stone jaalis and antique-furnished heritage interiors; restored by Haryana Tourism, it is the focal point of the annual Kartik Cultural Festival each November.
  • For vegetarian travellers, note that the palace's on-site tourism restaurant is not a vegetarian venue — instead, the pure-veg Haldiram's and a couple of veg-only local eateries in Nahar Singh Colony are the better choices nearby.

Practical notes

the palace is open daily for heritage viewing, roughly 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with a nominal ticket at the gate (timings can shift when the venue is privately booked for events). It is wonderfully easy to reach — the Violet Line metro terminus, Raja Nahar Singh (Ballabhgarh), is about 1 km away. Allow about an hour to explore the courtyard, the Darbar-e-Aam and the surviving minarets; sitting at the very end of the line, it makes one of the easiest NCR heritage half-days to reach without a car.

Timings & Entry Fee

Visiting Hours

  • • ~10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (daily)
  • • Timings can shift for private event bookings
  • • Best in late-morning courtyard light
Days OpenOpen DailyEntry FeeFree EntryTime Needed1 hour

Entry Fee: A nominal ticket applies at the gate (higher for foreign nationals); it is a Haryana Tourism heritage property. Verify at the gate.

Verified: July 2026

Location & How to Reach

Address

Nahar Singh Colony, near Sector 4, Ballabhgarh, Faridabad, Haryana, 121004

Near the Raja Nahar Singh (Ballabhgarh) metro terminus

📍 Get Directions🗺️ View on map

🚇 Nearest Metro: Raja Nahar Singh / Ballabhgarh (Violet Line terminus) — about 1 km

🚶 Walking from Metro: From Raja Nahar Singh (Ballabhgarh) metro it is about a 1 km / short auto ride to the palace.

Distance from

  • • Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): 34 km (~65 min)
  • • Connaught Place: 35 km (~70 min)
  • • Ballabhgarh metro terminus: 1 km (~5 min)

Parking

on-site · ₹20–₹50 (paid)

Parking at the heritage complex.

🚕 Ride Hailing Tip: Uber and Ola reach the palace in Nahar Singh Colony; a short auto from the Ballabhgarh metro terminus.

How to Reach: The palace is near Sector 4 / Nahar Singh Colony, Ballabhgarh, Faridabad, about 35 km south of central Delhi. Nearest metro: Raja Nahar Singh (Ballabhgarh), the Violet Line terminus, about 1 km — a short auto ride. Also reachable via NH-19 (Mathura Road).

Things to Do

  • Walk the sandstone courtyard palace
  • See the Darbar-e-Aam and Rang Mahal
  • Learn Raja Nahar Singh's 1857 story
  • Visit during the November Kartik festival
  • Reach it by the Violet Line terminus

Best Time to Visit

Best SeasonOctober to March (November for the Kartik festival)Best Time of DayLate morning to mid-afternoonTime Needed1 hourCrowd LevelsQuiet; busier during the November Kartik Cultural Festival

History & Significance

History

The palace was begun around 1739 by the ancestors of Raja Nahar Singh — the Jat chief Rao Balram — and extended to about 1850.

  • Built around a central courtyard with a Darbar-e-Aam, a Rang Mahal and corner minarets, it is named after Raja Nahar Singh (1821–1858), ruler of the Ballabgarh estate, who joined the 1857 rebellion and was hanged in Chandni Chowk in 1858.
  • Haryana Tourism later restored it as a heritage venue.

🏛️ Architect: A double-storeyed red-and-buff sandstone palace around a central courtyard — a Rajput-Mughal blend with a Darbar-e-Aam, a Rang Mahal crowned by a chhatri, stone jaalis, cupolas, and two of four original corner minarets surviving.

Significance

Raja Nahar Singh Palace is a rare surviving Jat princely palace in Delhi-NCR and a memorial to Raja Nahar Singh, remembered as a martyr of the 1857 First War of Independence — the focal point of the annual Kartik Cultural Festival.

Places to Visit Nearby

Surajkund

20 km away

A 10th-century Sun reservoir and the February crafts-mela grounds.

Qutub Minar

30 km away

The 73-metre victory tower and the rust-free Iron Pillar.

Lotus Temple

28 km away

The serene lotus-shaped house of worship open to all.

Family & Accessibility

Kid Friendly4of 5Stroller AccessPartialWheelchair AccessPartialChanging RoomNoPet PolicyNo

Family Highlights

  • • A double-storeyed sandstone courtyard palace
  • • The Darbar-e-Aam and the Rang Mahal with its chhatri
  • • Two surviving corner minarets and stone jaalis
  • • The 1857 story of Raja Nahar Singh

Photography & Drone

Drone PolicyProhibited

💰 Equipment Fees: Free for personal photography; professional shoots require permission.

📍 The Golden Spot: The sandstone Darbar-e-Aam arches and the Rang Mahal chhatri in late-morning light.

🌅 Best Light Time: Late morning to mid-afternoon in the courtyard.

Tips & Safety

💡 Insider Tips

🌅 Secret View: The Rang Mahal and its rooftop chhatri give the best vantage over the sandstone quadrangle.

🎯 Crowd Hack: It is usually quiet on weekdays; the November Kartik Cultural Festival is the liveliest — and most crowded — time.

💎 Secret Fact: Raja Nahar Singh joined the 1857 uprising and was hanged in Chandni Chowk in 1858; the town of Ballabhgarh and the Violet Line terminus both bear his name.

⚡ Express Tour

40 minutes — the courtyard, Darbar-e-Aam and minarets.

🔭 Deep Dive Tour

Half day — the palace, then Surajkund on the way back to Delhi.

🙏 Etiquette & Dress Code

Do's

  • Walk the double-storeyed sandstone quadrangle
  • See the Darbar-e-Aam and the Rang Mahal chhatri
  • Learn Raja Nahar Singh's 1857 story on site
  • Time a November visit for the Kartik Cultural Festival
  • Reach it easily by the Violet Line metro terminus

Don'ts

  • Do not rely on the on-site restaurant for vegetarian dining — it is not a veg venue
  • Do not assume open access on private-event days — confirm first
  • Do not touch or climb the carved stonework
  • Do not shoot a professional/photo-shoot without permission

👕 Dress Code: No dress code; comfortable shoes for the courtyard and stairs.

📷 Photography Rules: Personal photography is fine; professional shoots and events need prior permission from the managing authority.

Good to Know

💳 Money & Connectivity

UPIPartialCardsPartialCashYes

🏧 Nearest ATM: ATMs in Nahar Singh Colony and near the Ballabhgarh metro (within 1 km).

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Raja Nahar Singh Palace timings and entry fee?

It is open daily for heritage viewing, roughly 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with a nominal ticket at the gate; timings can shift when the venue is booked for private events.

Which is the nearest metro to Raja Nahar Singh Palace?

The Violet Line terminus, Raja Nahar Singh (Ballabhgarh), is about 1 km away — a short auto ride, making the palace one of the easiest NCR heritage stops to reach by metro.

Who was Raja Nahar Singh?

Raja Nahar Singh (1821–1858) was the Jat ruler of the Ballabgarh estate who joined the 1857 rebellion against the British and was hanged in Delhi's Chandni Chowk in 1858; he is remembered locally as a martyr of the First War of Independence.

What is there to see at the palace?

A double-storeyed red-sandstone quadrangle with a Darbar-e-Aam (hall of public audience), a Rang Mahal crowned by a chhatri, stone jaalis, antique-furnished interiors and two surviving corner minarets.

Is the on-site restaurant vegetarian?

No — the palace's on-site tourism restaurant is not a vegetarian venue, so choose the pure-veg options nearby instead, such as Haldiram's in Nahar Singh Colony.

Where can I eat vegetarian food near the palace?

The pure-veg Haldiram's (about 1 km, opposite Ram Mandir), Bikanervala and the veg-only Foodie Moodie in Nahar Singh Colony are good choices.

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