Laxmi Vilas Palace in Vadodara Recognized as World's Largest Private Residence
Laxmi Vilas Palace in Vadodara, Gujarat, is recognized as the world's largest private residence, surpassing modern homes like Mumbai's Antilia. Built in the late 19th century for Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III, it features over 170 rooms, three courtyards, a 10-hole golf course, cricket stadium, gardens, and multiple sports facilities. The palace, designed in Indo-Saracenic style, remains the home of Maharaja Samarjitsinh Ranjitsinh Gaekwad and his family. It also hosts cultural sites like the Maharaja Fateh Singh Museum and has been a venue for official events, including a 2024 meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (52–52/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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hindustantimes broke this story on 1 Oct, 06:18 am. Other outlets followed.