Noor Mahal is one of the monuments of Bahawalpur State which possess beauty, colonial-era building style, royalty and peace. Noor Mahal is under the control of Pakistan Military which is why it is safe to visit. Another vibe of this place is golf course, which is another eye candy for place hunters.
A large landscape full of untold stories of the Nawab's, antique vehicles, buggy, and the beautiful garden makes the place a must visit site for any tourist visiting Bahawalpur. The pictures, the royal seat all are well protected along with the well preserved architect. The Mahal stands ready to tell the stories of the past. I wonder if this place will open up with theatrical presence telling stories of the past.
Noor Mahal is one of the Majestic Places of Pakistan. It takes you to the Royal era of Nawabs. The last ruler of Bahawalpur was prince Sadiq Khan Abbasi or Nawab Sadiq Khan Abbasi. This place is called Noor Mahal and commonly known as the HAWELI of Bahawalpur.
You need to prove your identity before entering this place. If you are a local than the Local CNIC will do the job and if you are a foreigner than you need to show the security staff your Passport.
After entering the main gardens, you will find a ticket booth from where you have to buy the ticket. This ticket entitles you to enter into the main Mahal.
The very huge and large garden area which surrounds the Mahal is itself soothing to eyes. There are so many types of trees which shows the good planning of the inmates of this Mahal. All plants are nicely cut and maintained. Specially the narrow passage made from the trees and called “Jamun Gali”. (The various names for this fruit are plum, jambul, jamun, jaman, black plum, Indian blackberry, jambol.)
There are few tuck shops in the garden area from where you can get some items to eat and drink.
There is a view point in the center of the garden which is surrounded by the water fountain and water channels. The personal car of the Nawab of Bahawalpur is also at display with the locomotive engine and the military vehicle these all items shows the strength of this ruler.
Than comes the building of Mahal. Its something worth seeing. The patio, the courtyard, main lounge which is covered by a wide lobby from all 4 sides. Inside on the display is the genuine furniture used by the Nawab. His sword, the pictures of his ancestors. So many coins and artifacts. The roof and floor of the HAWELI is artistically designed by engineers. Colorful designs on the tiles some painted, some carved and some mixed with mosaic.
Proper separate washrooms for ladies and gents are available for the visitors. As this HAWELI is quiet big in size the caretakers only renovate the front portion of the building . the back side of the building is not is good shape. It’s a well guarded place.