Nilagiri Palace
Nilagiri, Balasore
About this place
Nilagiri Palace represents the royal heritage of the Nilagiri dynasty, located in the Nilagiri hills region of Balasore district, approximately 35 km from Balasore town. The palace complex features ruins of medieval royal architecture showcasing 12th-13th century Kalinga styles. Adjacent to the palace ruins stands a Jagannath Temple shrine, adding spiritual dimension to the heritage site.
Historic royal palace ruins; Nilagiri dynasty heritage; 12th-13th century royal architecture; Adjacent Jagannath Temple shrine
Late 19th–early 20th century (British colonial era) · Colonial Indo-Saracenic (British-influenced with traditional Odishan elements)
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