History of Purani Haveli
The Purani Haveli was originally built with the intention of serving as the residence of Mir Momen, the Prime Minister of Mohammed Quli Qutub Shah who was the ruler of Hyderabad during the 16th century. Acquired by Nizams during the 18th century, this sprawling grand structure called Purani Haveli was refurbished by the second Nizam for his son Sikandar Jah in the year 1777. However, Sikandar Jah transferred residency to the Khilwat complex inChowmahalla Palace. The palace then came to be known as the Purani Haveli and was away from the limelight until the 19th century when Mir Mehboob Ali Khan, the sixth Nizam of Hyderabad made it his official residence and spent most of his life here.
Architecture of Purani Haveli
The Purani Haveli is an impressive structure with its interiors resembling the 18th-century European style of architecture. This marvel also amalgamates along with European facades, the traditional Indian courtyards adding charm to its beauty. It houses several interesting specimens of antique furniture within this U-shaped complex with a central single story building. The central palace has two parallel double storeyed oblong wings among which the western wing houses the world's longest wardrobe. Both the wings have ornamented courtyards that are further flanked by rooms and verandahs. A few of the chambers are embellished with exquisite tile and mosaic work that gives a unique regal appearance to the Purani Haveli. While certain areas have been repaired, the others still hold their tiled walls and mosaic flooring reflecting the hues of the glorious past.
Purani Haveli Museum
Purani Haveli also doubles up as a museum dedicated to Mir Osman Ali Khan, the last Nizam of Hyderabad. Precious artefacts such as souvenirs, gifts, and mementoes that were given to the last Nizam by the different dignitaries of the world are on display here. The museum also has silver replicas of monuments all over Hyderabad adorned in its premises. A gold tiffin box inlaid with diamonds, diamond and gold studded daggers, pearl-studded wooden writing box, painting of Mir Osman Ali Khan, caskets, silver perfume containers, silver coffee cups studded with diamonds, silver filigree elephant and citations about Mir Osman Ali Khan in Urdu are also present here. A splendid wooden throne used for silver jubilee celebrations of the last Nizam also adorns the premises of the Purani Haveli Nizam Museum. Vintage cars such as 1930 Rolls-Royce, a Packard, and a Jaguar Mark V also find a place here. In addition to being a safe house for irreplaceable articles, Purani Haveli is also a school and an Industrial training institute.
How to Reach Purani Haveli
Commuting within Hyderabad is quite easy, and since Purani Haveli is a famous spot, a nexus of local transport is available here. Buses to Purani Haveli are quite easily available with Bada Bazar Bus Station, Pathar Gatti Bus Station, Yakutpura Bus Station, Kotla Ali Jah Bus Station, Madina Market Bus Station being the nearby bus stations. Alternately, you can hail an autorickshaw or cab to reach Purani Haveli as well.
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