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Lake Palace, Udaipur
Lake Palace, one of the most elegant, majestic & beautiful palaces in
the world, arising out of the Turquoise Waters of the Pichola like an elegant
fantasy in white marble.
The palace was built in the 17th century on a natural foundation of 4 acers
of rock. It was initially called Jaginwas after its founder Maharana Jagjit
Singh .
The Maharana, ruler of Jaipur from 1628 to 1654, was very friendly with
Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan and encouraged his craftsmen to copy some of the
glories of his incomparable buildings at Agra.
The successive rulers used this cool haven as their summer resort, holding
their regal durbars in its courtyards.
These courtyards lined with columns, pillared terraces, fountains and gardens
all add to its impressive image.
The rooms are decorated with cusped arches, inland stones of pink, and green
lotus leaves and painted mirrors. apartments like the Bada Mahal, Kush Mahal,
Ajjan Niwas, Phool Mahal and Dhola Mahal.
All enhance the romance of the elegant setting. Among the facilities available
are swimming pool, conference hall and a bar. Other events of recreation
organised here are excursions in and around and a bar other events of recreation
organised here are excursions in and around Udaipur .
Lake Palace, Udaipur, Forts & Palaces in India
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