Rana Ratan Singh's Palace (Chittorgarh)

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The Ratan Singh Palace is attributed to Rana Ratan Singh II (AD 1528 - 31). Located along the Ratneshwar Talab; it is rectangular on plan and enclosed by a high wall. The main entrance is facing east through a lofty arch crowned with two pillared chhatris. The palace comprises of courtyards surrounded by rooms, towers, deorhis, etc. Darikhana or Audience has with fine balcony overlooking the reservoir is on eastern part of second story. A temple known as Ratneshwar Mahadeva Temple is on the north of the main gateway, which comprises of a garbhagriha, an antarala and a mandapa. The exterior of the temple is beautifully carved.
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Coordinates:   24°53'57"N   74°38'39"E
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