The marvels within
As soon as you step inside the palace, your eyes are drawn towards the ground floor where lies the Shahaji Chhatrapati Museum - an exquisite collection of Kolhapur rulers' memorabilia that brings history alive with exquisite displays such as weaponry, costumes, embroidery work and jewellery from days gone by. Notable among its exhibits are silver elephant saddles that add grandeur to its display while an interactive photo gallery brings visitors deeper into Maharaja’s life by featuring captivating images. The museum also features Mahatma Gandhi and a letter from the British Viceroy and Governor General of India.
Reliving Maratha glory
At the core of the palace lies Darbar Hall, a grand testimony to Maratha history. Adorned with stained glass depictions from Shivaji's life and intricately-carved columns with temple-style brackets, it exudes royal splendour. An elevated throne completes its majestic atmosphere allowing visitors to marvel at past Maratha glories.
