Sarina Mohan

An unassuming building on St. Claude, currently under renovation, helped to shape New Orleans’ quintessential bounce and hip-hop sound.

A second story was added to this sidehall shotgun house on Bayou St. John. Catch peaceful water views on the porch and check out the salvaged building materials used throughout the renovated home.

The 104-year-old palace, built as home to the Wadiyar dynasty of Maharajas, sits within the historic fort and is surrounded by an elaborate grounds containing temple structures dating to the 14th century.