PALACES IN RAJASTHAN

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Alwar City Palace
Alwar

Alwar City Palace

Built in 1793 AD by Raja Bakhtawar Singh, the City Palace is an amazing mélange of the Rajputana and Islamic styles of architecture. The highlight of this palace are graceful marble pavilions set on lotus flower bases in the central courtyard. The pa ...
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Amber Palace
Jaipur

Amber Palace

Amber (pronounced Amer) is at a distance of about 11 kilometres from Jaipur. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it was the bastion of the Kachwahas of Amber, until the capital was moved to the plains, to what is today Jaipur. The palace, located in cr ...
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Badal Mahal - Bundi
Bundi

Badal Mahal - Bundi

The Badal Mahal, also known as the Palace of Clouds, is located within the Garh Palace. The majestic palace’s walls are covered in exquisite paintings which are engaging in their mien, and depict an early influence of the Chinese culture. The royal residence was built in two diverse time periods...
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Badal Mahal
Dungarpur

Badal Mahal

The Badal Mahal, built using Pareva stone, is another splendid palace of Dungarpur. Located on the banks of GaibSagar Lake, it is renowned for its elaborate design and a fusion of the architectural styles of the Rajputs and the Mughals. The monument ...
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Bhainsrorgarh Fort
Chittorgarh

Bhainsrorgarh Fort

Bhainsrorgarh Fort is perched on a steep slate ridge, about 200 feet high, surrounded by the Chambal and Brahmani rivers. It is located 235 kilometers north-east of Udaipur and 50 kilometers south of Kota. Upon seeing this grand fort and its fascinat ...
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Bhamashah Ki Haveli
Chittorgarh

Bhamashah Ki Haveli

Chittorgarh is a city that resonates with Rajputana pride, passion, and bravery. Full of forts and palaces that let you travel back to the past, Chittorgarh has a number of places of interest that can satisfy a traveler’s soul. One of the lesser know ...
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Bhanwar Vilas Palace
Karauli

Bhanwar Vilas Palace

Originally built as the royal residence by Maharaja Ganesh Pal DeoBahadur in the year 1938, Bhanwar Vilas Palace is now partially turned into a heritage hotel for guests to stay and be a part of a special royal experience. The structure flaunts a col ...
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Karauli

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Built in the fourteenth century, the monumental City Palace was originally built by Arjun Pal. The structure that one can see now is erected by Raja Gopal Singh in the eighteenth century. This antique building is treasure house of colonial architectu ...
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Dholpur

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Also known as the Dholpur Palace, the City Palace is an opulent structure that seamlessly blends ancient heritage and elegant architecture. Once home to the Royal Family, this palace was built from red sand stone which illustrates the history, splend ...
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City Palace
Jaipur

City Palace

Located deep within the walled city, the City Palace Complex was conceived and built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the founder of Jaipur. A beautiful fusion of Mughal and Rajput architecture, the palace is still home to the last ruling royal family ...
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Dholpur Palace
Bharatpur

Dholpur Palace

The Dholpur Palace, renowned across the country for its locally quarried sandstone, originally belonged to the Rajputana kingdom. This famous red stone was widely used in construction of spectacular forts and palaces as a mark of protection around th ...
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Fateh Prakash Palace
Chittorgarh

Fateh Prakash Palace

Constructed by Maharana Fateh Singh, this palace functioned as his residence. It was built in the Rajput style of architecture as a declaration of his taste for art and culture. The palace has a vast collection of wood crafts of Bassi village, post m ...
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Gajner Palace and Lake
Bikaner

Gajner Palace and Lake

Gajner is an incomparable jewel of the Thar. The Gajner Palace was founded by Maharaja Gaj Singh ji of Bikaner in the year 1784, and then completed by the great Maharaja Ganga Singh of Bikaner on the banks of the lake. It was meant to serve as a hunt ...
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Jag Mandir
Udaipur

Jag Mandir

Jagmandir is a palace built on an island on the Lake Pichola. Also called the ‘Lake Garden Palace’, the construction for this began in 1620 and was completed around 1652. The royal family used the palace as its summer resort and for hosting parties. ...
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Jagmandir Palace
Kota

Jagmandir Palace

The Jagmandir Palace was built by one of the queens of Kota between 1743 and 1745, and is situated in the middle of the Kishore Sagar Lake. Built in red sandstone, it is a monument of exquisite beauty. The palace is open to tourists who can enjoy boa ...
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Jal Mahal
Jaipur

Jal Mahal

One of the most wonderful sights in Jaipur is the beautiful Jal Mahal or Lake Palace. The light, sand coloured stone walls and the deep blue of the water make for a wonderful contrast. The palace appears to float in the centre of Man Sagar Lake, wher ...
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Juna Mahal
Dungarpur

Juna Mahal

Juna Mahal (Old Palace) is a 13th century, seven-storeyed edifice. It is built on a high platform constructed from Pareva stone and its rugged exterior gives it a resemblance of a citadel. It has been elaborately planned with fortified walls, watchto ...
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Kanhaiyalal Bagla Haveli
Shekhawati

Kanhaiyalal Bagla Haveli

Kanhaiyalal Bagla Haveli is a beautiful structure, which stands on the south of the main bazaar. Constructed in around 1880, the haveli represents the finest lattice work and architectural styles in the entire Shekhawati region. The murals and wall p ...
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Lalgarh Palace and Museum
Bikaner

Lalgarh Palace and Museum

Maharaja Ganga Singh commissioned the construction of this majestic palace. This architectural marvel is made entirely of red sandstone and was built in 1902 to commemorate his father, Maharaja Lal Singh. The design was conceptualised by Sir Swinton ...
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Laxmi Niwas Palace
Bikaner

Laxmi Niwas Palace

Laxmi Niwas Palace was the residence of the king of Bikaner, Maharaja Ganga Singh. Built between 1898 and 1902 by British architect Sir Samuel Swinton Jacob, this structure displays an Indo-Saracenic architectural style. It is now a luxury hotel.
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Man Mahal
Pushkar

Man Mahal

The Man Mahal is one of the greatest palaces of Pushkar. Built as a guest house of Raja Man Singh I, this palace is one of the most attractive spots to visit in Pushkar. It was built to serve as a royal guest house for Raja Man Singh I. The Rajasthan ...
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Mandir Palace
Jaisalmer

Mandir Palace

The five-storeyed majesty of the Badal Mahal (Cloud Palace) is further enhanced by its pagoda-like Tazia Tower. Each floor of the palace has an intricately carved balcony. The Badal Palace owes its beauty to the skills of Muslim craftsmen who moulded ...
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Monsoon Palace
Udaipur

Monsoon Palace

Situated just outside Udaipur, this 19th-century palace is built on top of Bansdara hills. Used as a monsoon palace and hunting lodge, its builder, Maharana Sajjan Singh, originally planned to make it an astronomical center. The plan was cancelled wi ...
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Moti Doongri
Alwar

Moti Doongri

Moti Doongri was originally built in the year 1882. Till the year 1928, it was the main residence of the royal family of Alwar. After 1928, Maharaja Jai Singh decided to demolish the old palace and later built a more magnificent one in its place.
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MOTI DOONGRI Ganesh temple
Jaipur

MOTI DOONGRI Ganesh temple

Moti Doongri is a small hill around which the city of Jaipur flourishes. Moti Doongri means pearl hill, because the hill indeed resembles a pearl drop. Visitors go there to pay homage at the famous Ganesh temple, the most auspicious and important rel ...
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Moti Mahal
Jodhpur

Moti Mahal

Moti Mahal, as the name suggests, is the Pearl Hall where the royal families held their audience. The hall is known to have glass windows and five nooks that enabled the queens to listen to the proceedings taking place in the Sringar Chowki, The Roya ...
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Nagari
Chittorgarh

Nagari

Nagari is a village situated 18 Km North of Chittorgarh, on the banks of river Berach. In the ancient era, it was known as Majhimika or Madhyamika .According to the inscription found in Barli, near Ajmer; in 443 BC, this town was named as Majhimika. ...
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Nathmal Ji Ki Haveli
Jaisalmer

Nathmal Ji Ki Haveli

Two architect brothers built Nathmal Ji Ki Haveli in the 19th century. They worked on the haveli from two sides and the outcome is a beautiful blend of the symmetrical construction. Miniature style paintings and mighty tuskers carved out of yellow sa ...
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Patwon Ki Haveli
Jaisalmer

Patwon Ki Haveli

Among the largest and the most elaborately carved havelis in Jaisalmer, this five-storey structure sits proudly in a narrow street. While the haveli has lost some of its early glory, a few paintings and mirror work art can still be seen on the inside ...
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Phool Mahal
Jodhpur

Phool Mahal

Going by the name, the Phool Mahal or Flower Hall is the most exorbitant of all the halls in the palace. This beautiful chamber is said to be the pleasure dome for the Maharajas. The gold used for constructing the Mahal came from Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
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Raj Mandir
Banswara

Raj Mandir

Raj Mandir, also known as the City Palace, is a 16th century structure that sits atop a hill as if keeping an eye on the town below. It is built in the style typical of old Rajput architecture. this palace still belongs to the royal family.
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Rampuria Haveli
Bikaner

Rampuria Haveli

Bikaner has several havelis (aristocratic homes), the most famous cluster being the Rampuria Group of Havelis. Built of dulmera (red) stone, every aspect of the havelis – jharokhas (casements), entrances, latticed windows, divankhanas, gumaharias or ...
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Rana Kumbha Palace
Chittorgarh

Rana Kumbha Palace

A ruined edifice of great historical and architectural interest, this is one of the most massive monuments in the Fort of Chittor. The palace is believed to have underground cellars where Rani Padmini and other women committed ‘Jauhar’ (self-immolati ...
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Rani Padmini's Palace
Chittorgarh

Rani Padmini's Palace

This palace plays an important role in Rajput history. The structure is built on the banks of a lotus pool and has a pavilion that provides privacy for the women of the royal family. Ala-ud-din Khilji, then Sultan of Delhi, spotted Queen Padmini’s re ...
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Ranisar Padamsar
Jodhpur

Ranisar Padamsar

Located near the Fateh Pole in Mehrangarh, the Ranisar and Padmasar are adjacent lakes that were constructed in the year 1459. Ranisar Lake was built on orders of Queen Jasmade Hadi, Rao Jodha's wife while Padmasar Lake was ordered by Queen Padmini o ...
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Ratan Singh Palace
Chittorgarh

Ratan Singh Palace

The winter palace of the royal family, it overlooks a small lake. Although fairly rundown now, it is an interesting place to explore and attracts many tourists.
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Salim Singh Ki Haveli
Jaisalmer

Salim Singh Ki Haveli

This haveli was built in the first half of the 18th century and a part of it is still occupied by descendants of the original residents. The high arched roof is supported by carved brackets designed in the shape of peacocks. Legend has it that there ...
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Sardar Samand Lake and Palace
Jodhpur

Sardar Samand Lake and Palace

Built on the banks of the Sardar Samand Lake by Maharaja Umaid Singh in 1933, the Sardar Samand Lake Palace is a spectacular hunting lodge. It remains the royal family's favourite retreat and houses a vast collection of African trophies and original ...
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Sheesh Mahal
Jodhpur

Sheesh Mahal

Situated within the compound of Mehrangarh Fort is the glass palace of Jodhpur, popularly known as Sheesh Mahal. This magnificent piece of architecture is adorned with walls of mirror work that stretch across ceilings and to the floors. It is superim ...
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SISODIA RANI PALACE AND GARDEN
Jaipur

SISODIA RANI PALACE AND GARDEN

Sisodia Rani Palace and Garden is located 8 kilometres from Jaipur on the Agra road. Laid out in Mughal style, it is painted with the legends of Radha and Krishna. The garden is multi-tiered and has fountains, water courses and painted pavilions. Mah ...
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Sukh Mahal
Bundi

Sukh Mahal

Sukh Mahal, a small, two-storied palace was a summer retreat of past rulers. Today, it is quite famous for being the place where Kipling wrote ‘Kim’. Many credit the palace as a having played muse to the renowned novel. In fact, part of a movie based ...
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Sunehri Kothi
Tonk

Sunehri Kothi

The main attraction of Tonk is the 19th century Sunehri Kothi or the Golden Mansion, situated near Bada Kuan on Najar Bagh Road. The building seems to be rugged and ordinary from its exteriors but a glimpse of its royal golden coloured interiors does ...
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Sunheri Kothi
Sawaimadhopur

Sunheri Kothi

Constructed in 1824 by Nawab Ameer Khan, the Sunheri Kothiwas later renovated by Nawaab Ibrahim Ali Khan. The exterior of the Mansion of Gold completely belies the grandeur within. In-lay work with mirrors, gilded stucco, coloured glass, mosaic and l ...
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Udai Bilas Palace
Dungarpur

Udai Bilas Palace

The Udai Bilas Palace has been named after MaharawalUdai Singh II. Its striking design follows classic Rajput architectural style and boasts of detailed designs in its balconies, arches and windows. A beautiful wing built of the local bluish grey sto ...
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Udaipur City Palace
Udaipur

Udaipur City Palace

The City Palace towers over Lake Pichola. The balconies, cupolas, and towers of the palace give a wonderful view of the lake and the surrounding city. This complex actually consists of four major and several minor palaces that collectively form the m ...
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Umaid Bhawan Palace
Jodhpur

Umaid Bhawan Palace

Umaid Bhawan Palace was built by Maharaja Umaid Singh in 1929 to counter a famine which had hit the state at the time. It was also known as the Chittar Palace while being constructed thanks to the use of stones drawn from the Chittar hill. The palace ...
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Chitra Mahal
Bundi

Chitra Mahal

The Chitra Mahal in Bundi was once a spectacular garden palace that teemed with numerous fountains as well as pools that housed exotic fish. Chitra means painting, and this palace’s name stems from the beautiful murals that adorn its walls. In older times...
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PALACES IN RAJASTHAN

EXPLORE THE SPLENDOUR

Alwar City Palace

Amber Palace

Badal Mahal - Bundi

Badal Mahal

Bhainsrorgarh Fort

Bhamashah Ki Haveli

Bhanwar Vilas Palace

City Palace__1

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City Palace

Dholpur Palace

Fateh Prakash Palace

Gajner Palace and Lake

Jag Mandir

Jagmandir Palace

Jal Mahal

Juna Mahal

Kanhaiyalal Bagla Haveli

Lalgarh Palace and Museum

Laxmi Niwas Palace

Man Mahal

Mandir Palace

Monsoon Palace

Moti Doongri

MOTI DOONGRI Ganesh temple

Moti Mahal

Nagari

Nathmal Ji Ki Haveli

Patwon Ki Haveli

Phool Mahal

Raj Mandir

Rampuria Haveli

Rana Kumbha Palace

Rani Padmini's Palace

Ranisar Padamsar

Ratan Singh Palace

Salim Singh Ki Haveli

Sardar Samand Lake and Palace

Sheesh Mahal

SISODIA RANI PALACE AND GARDEN

Sukh Mahal

Sunehri Kothi

Sunheri Kothi

Udai Bilas Palace

Udaipur City Palace

Umaid Bhawan Palace

Chitra Mahal