Dabargadh (Maharajah's palace), the old royal residence of Jam Sahebs
and the most important historical complex in Jamnagar, reflects the fusion
of Rajputs and European style of architecture. The semi- circular palace
complex consists of a number of buildings with very fine architectural
features and detailing. It has some fine examples of stone carvings, wall
paintings, fretwork jali-screens, ornamental mirrors, carved pillars and
sculpture. The walls outside have carved jarokha balconies in the Indian
tradition, a carved gate and Venetian-Gothic arches. The earthquake in
2001, has caused significant damage to the Darbargadh.
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