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Loading...A palace of palaces “The City Palace of Udaipur” is located on the bank of beautiful Lake Pichola in Udaipur. The development of City Palace Udaipur is credited to several kings of Rajput dynasty, starting from Maharaja Udai Singh, and way back in 1559. The Udaipur City Palace incorporates many other royal palaces within its premises. Hence called “A palace of palaces”, the City Palace itself, is built in the Ornamental style and is the largest one of its type in Rajasthan. The City Palace Udaipur is built on a hilltop and hence produces a panoramic view of the city and its surroundings. A fusion of Rajputana and Mughal architecture styles, displaying the royal grandeur of ancient Indian Kingdoms, the Udaipur City palace is a architectural masterpiece, to be visited and explored in your holidays.
City Palace Udaipur is one of the largest royal palaces in the Rajasthan State. The history of City Palace Udaipur goes back to the time when Maharana Uday Singh was establishing the city of Udaipur.
He and his future generation built the palace one after another. Maharana Uday Singh II was the supreme of the Mewar Kingdom in Chittor where they used to rule from Chittorgarh Fort.
But due to subsequent wars with the Mughal Kingdoms and of the fear that he may lose the place, he chose the site of Lake Pichola which was safe and surrounded by Aravalli Range, Dense Forests and lake Pichola.
Rai Angan or the Royal Courtyard was the first building of the City Palace.
The City Palace in Udaipur was built in a royal style and is considered the largest palace of Rajasthan, a fusion of the Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles, and was built on a hilltop that gives an exotic view of the city and its surrounding, including several historic monuments such as the Lake Palace in Lake Pichola, the Jag Mandir.
The City Palace of Udaipur has eleven enchanting palaces within itself. These royal apartments will just treat your eyeballs with the views of beautiful paintings, attractive mirror work and ornamental tiles work and traditional furniture of the royals.
There are different palaces inside the City Palace and they are named differently for their different purposes.
Fatehprakash Palace is another architectural wonder of the palace which has now been converted into a luxury heritage hotel.
The Palace features various luxury artifacts like dressing tables, crockery, crystal chairs, and many others.
The wonderful crystal and porcelain figures can be seen in Manak Mahal or Ruby Palace.
Bhim Vilas is famous for its unique miniature paintings touching the theme of the real-life story of Lord Krishna and Radha. Sheesh Mahal boasts of stunning mirror work.
The Krishna Vilas deserves mention because of its miniature paintings portraying royal articles, games, and festivals of the raja-maharajas. to see the beautiful Dutch and Chinese ornamental tiles visit Chini Chitrashala.
And finally the most interesting part of the royals was the Dilkusha Mahal which is considered the palace of Joy by displaying murals and wall paintings. The Jagdish Temple located in the palace is a beautiful temple and the biggest temple of the city.
Tourists and Visitors can enter the City Palace Museum from Badi Pol or you can enter through Chander Chowk.
It can be reached via Airport from the taxi which will take about 30 minutes. The last ticket for the museum is sold one hour prior to the closing time.
The Mewar Sound and Light Show is also organized during the evening at the Manek Chowk
City Palace Udaipur Timings : 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
| Particulars | Amount (Rs.) |
|---|---|
| ADULT (Age above 18 years) {Inclusive of Camera} | 300.00 |
| CHILD (Age 5 to 18 years) {Inclusive of Camera} | 100.00 |
| CHILD (Age below 5 years) {Inclusive of Camera} | Free |
| STUDENTS IN GROUP {Inclusive of Camera} | 100.00 |
| TEACHERS WITH STUDENTS GROUP | 100.00 |
| Special discount for indian defense services, Paramilitary, Police Forces with spouse and children, Seniour Citizens (above 60 years) (with valid identity card) {Inclusive of Camera} |
200.00 |
| HANDICAPPED PERSON{Inclusive of Camera} | Free |
(Charges on staff Concession ticket worth of Rs 30/- per person)
Commercial and Professional Photography requires prior permission, please contact General Manager.
| Particulars | Price (INRs) |
|---|---|
| THE MEWAR SOUND & LIGHT SHOW – TICKET PRICE | |
| Yash Ki Darohar ( Hindi) ( May to August) (8pm to 9 pm) | |
| Hathnal Ki Chandani – Adult | 300/- |
| Hathnal Ki Chandani – Child | 200/- |
| Manak Chowk – Adult | 200/- |
| Manak Chowk – Child | 150/- |
| The Legacy of Honor (English) (Sept to March) (April 7:30 to 8:30 pm) | |
| Hathnal Ki Chandani – Adult | 550/- |
| Hathnal Ki Chandani – Child | 250/- |
| Manak Chowk – Adult | 250/- |
| Manak Chowk – Child | 150/- |
Note :
| Particulars | Price (INRs) |
|---|---|
| Boat Ride/ Charter/ Cargo – Ticket Price | |
| Sunset Boat Ride – Adult | 800/- |
| Sunset Boat Ride – Child | 450/- |
| Boat Ride – Adult | 450/- |
| Boat Ride – Child | 230/- |
| Cargo Boat (Per Hour) | 4700/- |
| Charter Boat Ride | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charter Boat Ride | Sunset Boat Ride | Regular Boat Ride | ||
| Rameshwar Ghat Jetty (Pickup/Drop) |
Other than Rameshwar Ghat Jetty / NON HRH Jetty (Pickup / Drop) |
Rameshwar Ghat Jetty (Pickup/Drop) |
Other than Rameshwar Ghat Jetty / NON HRH Jetty (Pickup / Drop) |
|
| Up to 01-07 pax | 7500 | 9800 | 5300 | 6900 |
| Up to 08-12 pax | 11700 | 15200 | 8700 | 11300 |
| Up to 13-18 pax | 16400 | 21300 | 13500 | 17600 |
| Up to 19-24 pax | 21100 | 27400 | 17600 | 22900 |
| Heritage Motor Launch Cherysler |
21100 | 27400 | 17600 | 22900 |
| Heritage Motor Launch Ford |
21100 | 27400 | 17600 | 22900 |
Note: Hourly rate applies only for client @ Rs 11000/- per hour for client doing multiple events in palace complex or sole event in Jagmandir Island Palace.
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