Question 1

Why is Shaniwar Wada called Shaniwar Wada?

Accepted Answer

Shaniwar Wada is called Shaniwar Wada because of the following reasons:-Foundation stone was laid on one of the Saturdays-The house warming was also arranged on a Saturday. -It is built-in Shaniwar Peth.

Question 2

Who built Shaniwar Wada?

Accepted Answer

Peshwa Bajirao I, Prime Minister to the Maratha ruler- Chhatrapati Sahu built the Shaniwar Wada in the 18th century. It cost 16,110 INR in that era to build this palace, which was a luxury amount back then.It was built entirely out of wood beside the boundary wall was made of stone. It was an example of the blend of Mughal architecture with Maratha architecture.

Question 3

What does Shaniwar Wada Symbolise?

Accepted Answer

Shaniwar Wada symbolizes the ‘bravery’ of the Marathas. It was built in honor of the bravest Peshwa Bajirao. The cost of making the wada was more than 16000 INR in that era, which is considered very princely, stating the status symbol of the Marathas at that time. The palace has seen rising and drowning of the Maratha empire. So we can say that it beholds all the tales of the hard and grand journey the people of the empire had to take.

Question 4

Why was Shaniwar Wada burnt?

Accepted Answer

The reason for burning the Shaniwar Wada is still a mystery. Nobody can state how the fire got initiated, but it kept its pace reason being the wood used in constructing the palace. There was not only one fire in the entire journey but five:1791 – This fire destroyed a significant part of the fort.1808 – All the necessary artifacts and documents in the palace were destroyed in this fire.1812 – This fire destroyed the upper two-story part of the castle, a warehouse, and the Asmani Mahal.1813 – This fire destroyed the Royal hall.1828 – This fire must have lasted a week and destroyed everything in sight.

Question 5

What happened to Shaniwar Wada?

Accepted Answer

The Shaniwar Wada has been entirely destroyed by military attacks by the British in 1818, and significant fires struck inside the palace throughout the centuries. There were five significant fires struck from 1719 to 1828 that devoured the Wada slowly and destroyed all the essential furniture, artifacts, documents, and at last, the entire palace was burnt for once and all.

Question 6

Is parking available at Shaniwar Wada?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Parking is available on the right side of the palace. You need to come from Bajirao road to utilize this parking. There can be some charges for parking the car. But it is still suggested to hire a cab or an auto-rickshaw to avoid the traffic on the way.

Question 7

Who destroyed Shaniwar Wada?

Accepted Answer

Shaniwar Wada was destroyed entirely by a combination of five fires. The fire did significant damage to the fort, followed by a fire that destroyed the elegant artifacts and essential documents of the palace. Then a fire burnt the first two stories of the castle along with a warehouse and Asmani Mahal. Then a fire struck to destroy the Royal Hall, followed by the last fire, which was the final one. It destroyed the entire palace leaving a garden, a fountain, main gate, and protective walls behind.

Question 8

What is Shaniwar Wada famous for?

Accepted Answer

Shaniwar Wada is famous for being the symbol of the grandeur of the Maratha empire. It is known for its importance in history and its relation to Bajirao, who is a very honored man in the history of Marathas. Its journey and architecture are also quite elegant, engaging tourists from around the world. Though the whole palace was destroyed by fire but the leftovers are prominent enough to give you a glance of the rich history it had.

Question 9

Is Shaniwar Wada a haunted place?

Accepted Answer

The people around the Shaniwar Wada recite tales of the Shaniwar Wada being haunted. They say that the wails of the young Narayanrao crying ‘Kaka Mala Vachwa’ are still being heard on the full moon night. The murder was ruthless, so it could be possible that the Wada is haunted.