Lal Durbar
| Lal Durbar | |
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| General information | |
| Architectural style | Fusion of Neoclassical architecture, Mughal,European styles of architecture |
| Town or city | Kathmandu |
| Country | Nepal |
| Cost | Unknown |
| Client | Bir Shumsher JBR |
| Technical details | |
| Structural system | Brick and Mortar |
| Size | 300 ropanis |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect | Jogbir Sthapit |
Lua error in package.lua at line 80: module 'strict' not found. Lal Durbar is a Rana palace in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal. The palace complex, located East of the Narayanhity Palace, was incorporated in an impressive and vast array of courtyards, gardens and buildings.Lal Durbar was built by Bir Shumsher JBR in 1890 CE.[1]
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History
Lal Durbar was built by Bir Shumsher JBR in 1890 CE for his youngest wife Topkumari Devi. Occupying a land area of 300 ropani with Seto Durbar towards its south. In 1901 Tej Shumsher, Bir Shumsher JBRs fourth son inherited this palace. In 1934 March by Juddha Shumsher JBR exiled Tej Shumsher to Narayani Zone and captured all his property along with Lal Durbar.[1] but in 1951 by end of Rana rule Lal Durbar was reclaimed by Tej Shumsher's sons.
Current status
Lal Durbar is largely occupied by Yak and Yeti luxury Hotel and some part is occupied by Tej Shumsher's family.
