The Aina Mahal palace, or “Hall of Mirrors” was built during the flamboyant rule of Lakhpatji in the middle of the 18th century. Master craftsman Ramsinh Malam, who trained as an artisan for 17 years in Europe, felt unappreciated by lesser rulers in the area, so he went to the royal court at Bhuj and appealed to the king for work, who commissioned this palace. He personally crafted the fountains, mirrors and glasswork, as well as many other wonders of artisanship, like a pendulum clock in sync with the Hindu calendar, doors inlaid with gold and ivory... come visit Aina Mahal in Bhuj to find out the rest about this man made wonder.
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