The Aga Khan Palace #6
by Kiran Joshi
Title
The Aga Khan Palace #6
Artist
Kiran Joshi
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Photograph
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The Aga Khan Palace was built by Sultan Muhammed Shah Aga Khan III in Pune, India. Built in 1892, it is one of the biggest landmarks in Indian history. The palace was an act of charity by the Sultan who wanted to help the poor in the neighbouring areas of Pune, who were drastically hit by famine.[1]
Aga Khan Palace is a majestic building and is considered to be one of the greatest marvels of India.[2] The palace is closely linked to theIndian freedom movement as it served as a prison for Mahatma Gandhi, his wife Kasturba Gandhi, his secretary Mahadev Desai andSarojini Naidu. It is also the place where Kasturba Gandhi and Mahadev Desai died.[2]In 2003, Archeological Survey of India (ASI) declared the place as a monument of national importance.[3]
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November 11th, 2014
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