Udaipur: City Palace

This marvelous piece of Architecture built in 16th century is the largest Palace Complex in Rajasthan. And it is situated near Pichola Lake(which is almost dry now a days) and on a hilltop with a spectacular view of the whole Udaipur city.

The structure built by Maharaja Udai Singh and later many additions by his successors is a rare combination of Medieval and European Architecture. A chunk of the palace is still being used by the 'Royal Family'.

The most part of the Palace now serves as museums. Crystal gallery is one of the main attractions, while there are many other things to see like, Mewar Paintings, Ancient Weapons, Sculptures, Antique Furnitures and as well as Royal Riviera-A Royal Cafe.

The massive Entrance Gate...






Lake PICHOLA...










A Panorama of inside Courtyard...








If you have a pinch of interest in Fort/Architecture and you have never visited Rajasthan/a Fort before, then this is a MUST. And not to mention, it is really massive and you need 1/2 of a day to visit.

Complete Photo Album HERE.

Eureka...

Oh man, 'm happy like anything. The reason is, I just discovered a TREASURE. A pile of photographs from Udaipur, which were lying in a messy corner of my external hard drive(only have 3 of them :P). I was wondering where I missed them after my visit last year... Now could not resist to put them in a post. I really have stories to share with you, from Udaipur Fort Palace. But hopefully next week, now already started imagining sleepless nights for submissions... eerrrr... 'm not complaining, it's just another part of life.

Cheers.

Royle Architecture: Udaipur City Palace

A Front Panoramic View...