Visit the magnificent palaces of Rajasthan

Rajasthan is famous for its magnificent palaces, symbolizing a golden age of art, architecture and royal power. They are also living witnesses to the rich culture and legendary royal lifestyle.

Umaid Bhawan Palace

Perched high on a hill overlooking the blue city of Jodhpur, the Umaid Bhawan Palace stands out with its soaring domes, a harmonious blend of Indo-Saracenic (indigenous Indian-Islamic architecture) and Western decorative arts.

The building has 365 rooms, most of which are used as a luxury hotel. Part of the palace is still the residence of the head of the Rathore family - Gaj Singh II. Therefore, Umaid Bhawan becomes one of the few palaces that are still inhabited.

Visitors can visit the museum inside the palace, which houses a valuable collection, from the maharaja’s vintage cars to quirky clocks, and photographs of the ornate “art deco” interiors. The highlight is the Oriental Room, with its exquisite paintings of the Ramayana epic, a symphony of Indian art and European “pre-Raphaelite” style.

Bundi Palace

Bundi City is like a dream left from the past, with an ancient, quiet palace on the rocky hillside. Bundi Palace was built in the early 17th century under the governor Raja Ratan Singh (1619 - 1658), and to this day still retains many unique murals. The paintings, though stained by time, still exude a lively look in the way they describe processions, peacocks...

The topmost section - Chitrasala - houses masterpieces of wall paintings considered national treasures. Although many areas of the palace remain closed, the rest is enough to immerse visitors in the fairytale atmosphere.

City Palace

The City Palace in Udaipur is one of the largest palace complexes in the state. A part of the palace has been converted into a museum which houses valuable artifacts from the Mewar dynasty such as epic paintings, weapons, jewelry, elephant palanquins, etc.

A favorite stop for visitors is Mor Chowk - the peacock courtyard, where peacocks are vividly recreated through hand-made mosaics. Or at Kishan Vilas, visitors can admire a collection of exquisite miniature paintings, reflecting the royal life in the 18th century.

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