Other palaces of Hyderabad

Other important surviving palaces of Hyderabad are the Dhanraj Gir Palace (Gyan Bagh) and the Erra Manjil. Raja Dhanraj Gir belonged to a family of highly reputed nineteenth century merchants and philanthropists. Their sprawling palace complex in Pan mandi area is one of the best buildings of Hyderabad in European style and also the best preserved.

The Erra Manjil in Somajiguda was built by Nawab Fakhrul Mulk, a high-ranking noble and Vice President of the Nizam’s Executive Council. Erra Manjil is a vast complex basically in European style with ornate baroque facade, located on a hill, hence occupying a commanding position. This is presently used as a Government office.