Warren Hastings was the first Governor-General of Bengal in 1773. At first, he resided in a house at Raj Bhawan. In 1776, he constructed a house as his own residence, which is known today as Hastings House. The house is a bungalow type and constructed in European style. Pillars of the portico of the house are Tuscan and inside pillars are in Ionio style. Afterwards, Lord Curzon included the house under the control of the then govt.
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