Shah's Palace, Odessa

Shah's Palace was built in 1852 by architect F. Gonsiorovskiy for Polish nobleman Zenon Bzhozovsky. It is one of the most attractive buildings in Odessa. From 1909 to 1917, this charming building belonged to Persian shah Mohamed Ali who escaped from Iran, hence its name. This marvelous palace combines English Gothic and French Medieval styles and features beautiful windows and impressive towers.

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Sight Name: Shah's Palace
Sight Location: Odessa, Ukraine (See walking tours in Odessa)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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