Rana Architecture: The Ranas were heavily influenced by European style. This is evident in their fashion, art and architecture. The palaces and gardens are very distinct from the native structures and emulate Victorian England.
Kaiser Mahal was constructed in 1885 for Jit Shumsher under the direction of Kishor Narshingh. In 1908, it was sold to Prime Minister Chandra Shumsher, who later gave it to his son General Kaiser Shumsher J.B. Rana. An avid reader, Kaiser Shumsher had a wonderful collection of books on all subje...
Baber Mahal was the residence of General Baber Shumsher J.B. Rana after 1928. It was built under the supervision of Kumar Narshing and is said to have been built after Prime Minister Chandra Shumsher's return from England. The design is said to have been built afte the Buckingham Palace in Londo...
A dharmashala for low-caste guests of the government. Constructed in 1916, it now serves as a police barrack. The building in the background to the right was erected in the same year to accommodate high-caste guests. Today it houses the Nepal Eye Hospital.
A dharmashala for low-caste guests of the government. Constructed in 1916, it now serves as a police barrack. The building in the background to the right was erected in the same year to accommodate high-caste guests. Today it houses the Nepal Eye Hospital.
