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Gagan Mahal Anegundi
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About Gagan Mahal, Anegundi
Gagan Mahal is a 16th-century Vijayanagara pavilion built in the Indo-Islamic architectural style. It was constructed for women from the royal family to witness festivities in the village square. In memory of her late husband, Raja Durbar Shri Krishna Devaraya, Smt. Rani Lal Kumari Bai donated Gagan Mahal to the village Panchayat, which then used it as a local administrative office.
Architectural features
The pavilion has arched windows, decorated balconies, intricate stucco and cusped arched openings. Gagan Mahal was in a semi-ruined condition until the year 2022 and has been restored to how you see it today by the Deccan Heritage Foundation (DHF)
Under the direction of the Bengaluru office of the Deccan Heritage Foundation (DHF), the restoration of the Gagan Mahal was completed in the summer of 2022. Now rehabilitated, the Gagan Mahal represents not only an outstanding example of sixteenth century Vijayanagara palace architecture, but is also, once again, the centre of village economic and social activity. The restored building is available to the local community for the enhancement of their skills and livelihood, re-establishing the plaza as the commercial hub of the village
Why Choose Gagan Mahal?
Heritage palace backdrop
Up to 150 guests
Outdoor setting
Indoor space
Ideal for workshops, photoshoots, film shoots, exhibitions,cultural performances, etc.
Customisable Options
Weddings, Shoots, College Events
Duration & Price (On Request)
About Us
This website is a collaborative initiative between the Deccan Heritage Foundation India (DHFI), the Department of Archaeology, Museums and Heritage, Government of Karnataka, and Areti Maintenance Pvt. Ltd., an exclusive heritage maintenance company. Developed by Areti, the platform streamlines the process for individuals and organizations interested in booking the heritage site for events. It supports Smaraka Mitra DHFI, which has adopted Gagan Mahal under the State Government's Adopt a Monument Scheme, to sustain the operation and maintenance of this 16th-century monument through a revenue-generation model.
Areti Maintenance Pvt. Ltd. specializes in the long-term upkeep, preventive conservation, and heritage management of historic properties. The company works to extend the life of monuments, create engaging public spaces, and establish sustainable processes that ensure these sites generate the resources needed for their preservation. This partnership ensures that Gagan Mahal's historical significance is preserved, its accessibility to the public enhanced, and its economic viability secured—redefining the role of historic monuments in modern society while ensuring their continued relevance for generations to come.
