Udaipur, Rajasthan, India
Built on the banks of Lake Pichola, the City Palace in Udaipur is considered to be the largest royal complex in Rajasthan. The magnificent palace was built in the year 1559 by Maharana Uday Singh and served as the main seat of power, where the Maharanas lived and administered the kingdom from. Subsequently, the palace was made even more splendid by his successors, who added a number of structures to it. The Palace now has an assortment of Mahals, courtyards, pavilions, corridors, terraces, rooms and hanging gardens. There is a museum here as well that showcases some of the finest elements of Rajput arts and culture from colourful paintings to the typical architecture found in Rajasthani palaces.
Nestled in the bosom of the Aravallis, the granite and marble edifice of the City Palace stands in contrast to its quaint natural surroundings. The intricate architecture of the regal palace is a subtle mix of medieval, European as well as Chinese influences and is embellished with numerous domes, arches and towers. The City Palace itself lies on a bed of lush green garden and is quite an imposing sight to behold. The regal beauty of this attraction has quite a few fans in the film industry as well, and several movies such as 'Guide' and 'Octopussy' have been shot here. A gentle amalgam of architectural genius and rich heritage, the City Palace of Udaipur is a wonderful trip down the pages of history.
Suggested time duration
5 HoursCrowded Period
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March to JulyDo's & Dont's
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Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
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All Days | 09:30 AM | 06:00 PM | 300 | 100 |
Transport Connections
Name | Distance | Contact Number |
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Nagar Nigam City Bus Stand
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2 KM | 18002000103 |
Udaipur City Railway Station |
2.3 KM | 139 |
Maharana Pratap Airport
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23 KM | 912942655950 |
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Parking is Available for 10 CarsNearest Town
Town Name | Distance |
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Udaipur | 4 KM |
Nearest Temples
Landmark Hindu temple featuring detailed carvings on the facade, plus statues & other art
The temple stretches in an area of around 3.5 acres
This temple was constructed by Maharana Raj Singh in 1721
It enshrines the stone idol of Neemach Mata Devi. There is also an idol of Lord Ganesh and three west-facing lions of stone
Started in 734 CE, this Hindu complex houses 108 small & large temples with bronze & marble statues
Nearest Attractions
Karni Mata Ropeway is a most popular Cable Car ride
It spans across 66 acres of land
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