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In the heart of Bahawalpur, a 152-year-old palace continues to reflect its royal past

  • Built by the ruler of Bahawalpur’s princely state in 1875, Noor Mahal spans over 44,600 square feet, houses 32 rooms
  • Legend says the palace was built for the nawab’s wife, who refused to live there after seeing a nearby graveyard
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