Located at 46 Muktaram Babu Street in North Kolkata, Marble Palace is a magnificent 19th-century palace that was given its name by Lord Minto. A permit must be obtained 24 hours in advance from the West Bengal Tourism Bureau. Lion statues, goddesses, saints, even Columbus, and a statue of its owner, Raja Rajendra Mullick, can be found at the palace, which is renowned for its 126 varieties of Italian marble. The garden features an aviary with exotic species, including pelicans and toucans, as well as tables with marble tops. The centre point is a beautiful Japanese bronze vase, and a side door now leads to a Billiard Room with two tables, statues, and vases. Nearby is a room dedicated to Queen Victoria, with a large wooden monument, a bronze bust, and a phonograph. The music room sparkles with marble candlestands, an intriguing floor, and what may be India's first piano. Statues from mythology and history are scattered around the area. Outside in the courtyard, one can observe the mansion's peculiar yet exquisite fusion of Bengali, Oriental, and Neoclassical styles. Of course, anyone who enjoys art and history can find more and more.
Google Rating: 4.3/5
Timings: 10 AM - 4 PM. Closed on Mondays.
Entry Fee: Free
