100 Years On: Chowmahalla Palace's Nizam Perfumes Still Exude Potent Fragrance

• Chowmahalla Palace in Hyderabad showcases historical perfume vials from the Asaf Jahi dynasty.
• Perfumes, imported from France, Turkey, and Arab countries, retain their potency even after a century.
• Nizams, especially Mir Osman Ali Khan, had a great fondness for amber and musk-based perfumes.
• The longevity is attributed to pure 'attar' (sandalwood oil base) and airtight bottle designs.
• These vials represent the chemistry and luxury of the era, keeping Hyderabad's old culture alive.