sentences:  In the spring of 1897, the sixth Nizam of Hyderabad, Mir Mahbub Ali Khan was invited to stay at the palace.He extended his stay to a week, then a fortnight, and then a month, which prompted Sir Viqar to offer it to him.The Nizam accepted but paid some of the value of the palace; the Paigah family maintains that around 20 lakh rupees was paid.