India Royal Families · Geographical discovery
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8 houses
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Uttar Pradesh · North
Awagarh
Heraldry recordHouse of Awagarh · Estate
Awagarh was an estate in the Agra region. Raja Balwant Singh supported the educational institution in Agra that became Raja Balwant Singh College.
Historical timeline
- 1885 — Raja Balwant Singh College traces its origins to 1885; its institutional history credits the support of Raja Balwant Singh of Awagarh. Reference
Sources & review dates
Raja Balwant Singh College · Self-study reportResearch compiled: 2026-11-10. Editorial review: pending. Timeline references appear beside each event. Heraldry reproduces collection records; historical usage and rights require editorial confirmation.
Rajasthan · West
Jaipur
Heraldry recordKachwaha house · Amber–Jaipur
Jaipur was founded in 1727 by Sawai Jai Singh II as a new capital. Its planned streets, palace complex and astronomical heritage reflect the patronage of the Amber–Jaipur court.
Historical timeline
Sources & review dates
Rajasthan Tourism · JaipurResearch compiled: 2026-11-10. Editorial review: pending. Timeline references appear beside each event. Heraldry reproduces collection records; historical usage and rights require editorial confirmation.
Rajasthan · West
Jodhpur
Heraldry recordRathore house · Marwar
Rao Jodha founded Jodhpur in 1459. Mehrangarh and its collections preserve the architectural and artistic heritage of the Marwar court.
Historical timeline
- 1459 — Rao Jodha founded Jodhpur and began Mehrangarh. Reference
Sources & review dates
Rajasthan Tourism · JodhpurResearch compiled: 2026-11-10. Editorial review: pending. Timeline references appear beside each event. Heraldry reproduces collection records; historical usage and rights require editorial confirmation.
Rajasthan · West
Udaipur
Heraldry recordSisodia house · Mewar
Maharana Udai Singh founded Udaipur in 1559. Its City Palace beside Lake Pichola became a major seat of the Mewar court.
Historical timeline
- 1559 — Maharana Udai Singh founded Udaipur. Reference
Sources & review dates
Government of Rajasthan · Udaipur at a glanceResearch compiled: 2026-11-10. Editorial review: pending. Timeline references appear beside each event. Heraldry reproduces collection records; historical usage and rights require editorial confirmation.
Madhya Pradesh · Central
Gwalior
Heraldry recordScindia house
Gwalior is associated with the Scindia dynasty and the history of the Maratha states. The city also preserves older layers of royal architecture and musical patronage.
Historical timeline
Sources & review dates
Ministry of Tourism · GwaliorResearch compiled: 2026-11-10. Editorial review: pending. Timeline references appear beside each event. Heraldry reproduces collection records; historical usage and rights require editorial confirmation.
Telangana · South
Hyderabad
Asaf Jahi house · Nizams
The Asaf Jahi dynasty established its rule in the Deccan in the eighteenth century. Hyderabad became associated with the Nizams and their administrative and cultural legacy.
Historical timeline
Sources & review dates
Government of Telangana · Ranga Reddy historyResearch compiled: 2026-11-10. Editorial review: pending. Timeline references appear beside each event. Heraldry reproduces collection records; historical usage and rights require editorial confirmation.
Karnataka · South
Mysore
Heraldry recordWadiyar house
Mysore, now Mysuru, is closely associated with the Wadiyar dynasty. Its palace and Dasara traditions are prominent expressions of the city's courtly heritage.
Historical timeline
Sources & review dates
Government of Karnataka · History of MysuruResearch compiled: 2026-11-10. Editorial review: pending. Timeline references appear beside each event. Heraldry reproduces collection records; historical usage and rights require editorial confirmation.
Kerala / Tamil Nadu · South
Travancore
Travancore royal house
Travancore's royal history connects Padmanabhapuram and Thiruvananthapuram. This marker represents Thiruvananthapuram, a later royal capital, rather than the full extent of the former state.
Historical timeline
Sources & review dates
Kerala Tourism · Padmanabhapuram PalaceResearch compiled: 2026-11-10. Editorial review: pending. Timeline references appear beside each event. Heraldry reproduces collection records; historical usage and rights require editorial confirmation.
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