It was built by Rana Natwarsinhji, who was the last Maharaja of the Princely State of Porbandar, in the early years of the 20th century, with clear European influences.

The railway station is one kilometre (0.62 mi) to the east of the town and trains run to Ahmedabad and Mumbai.

The town's airport is seven kilometres (4.3 mi) away and daily flights operate to Mumbai & Ahmedabad[4] Huzoor Palace was constructed in early part of the 20th century by Rana Natwarsinhji, who was the last Maharaja of the Princely State of Porbandar.

[4] Presently, the palace seems to be in desolate condition with door taken out and brick walls put in place.

The various wings of the palace have front and backyards, and arranged so that they present a natural scenic ambiance surrounded by gardens and fountains.