India, Rajasthan, Udaipur
More than four centuries ago, in A.D. 1559, Rana Udai Singh II the father of Rana Pratap, laid the Foundation of the City Palace after the birth of his grandson Amar Singh I and on the advice of a Hermit Goswami Prem Giriji Maharaj, who had a small hut on this hill. The enormous complex of the old palace standing on a low ridge called Rana Magri (Rana’s Hill) overlooking lake Pichola on the west is a tribute to the constructive genius and architectural taste of the Maharana's of Mewar, ranging from Rana Udai Singh II to the present 76th Custodian of House of Mewar, Shriji Arvind Singh Mewar.
Udaipur with its lakes lies on the south slope of the Aravalli Range in Rajasthan is a very popular tourist destination. Known for its history, culture, scenic locations and the Rajput-era palaces, Udaipur was also voted as the best city in the world in 2009 by the Travel + Leisure magazine. Udaipur City Palace is a complex of small and big palaces, museums and gardens encompassing a rich blend of Rajasthani, Mughal, Medieval, European and Chinese architecture. One of the most beautiful palatial structures in Rajasthan. It is on the banks of Pichola Lake. Udaipur has some of the finest hotels in India.
Mor Chowk or Peacock square is integral to the inner courts of the palace. The elaborate design of this chamber consists of three peacocks (representing the three seasons of summer, winter and monsoon) modeled in high relief and faced with coloured glass mosaic, built into successive niches in the wall area or jharoka. City Palace, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India.
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Royal horse carriage.
The City Palace Museum, Udaipur was set up in 1969 by Maharana Bhagwat Singh ji to safeguard and preserve the cultural heritage and the time honoured traditions of the people of Mewar.
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Traditional Caparisoned Horse
Horses are intrisic to the warriro Rajput's way of life. The prized horse of this region was the Marwari or Malani, originally from the Jodhpur or Marwar area. It was believed that the Marwari could leave a battlefield only under one of the three conditions: victory, death or carrying a wounded master to safety.
The City Palace Museum, Udaipur was set up in 1969 by Maharana Bhagwat Singh ji. Rajasthan, India.ChittorIndiaMaharana Udai Singh IIRajasthanSisodiaUdaipurasiacity palacehorsemuseumpalacesrajputउदयपुरभारत
Traditional Caparisoned Horse
Horses are intrisic to the warriro Rajput's way of life. The prized horse of this region was the Marwari or Malani, originally from the Jodhpur or Marwar area. It was believed that the Marwari could leave a battlefield only under one of the three conditions: victory, death or carrying a wounded master to safety.
The City Palace Museum, Udaipur was set up in 1969 by Maharana Bhagwat Singh ji. Rajasthan, India.ChittorIndiaMaharana Udai Singh IIRajasthanSisodiaUdaipurasiacity palacehorsemuseumpalacesrajputउदयपुरभारत
The City Palace Museum, Udaipur was set up in 1969 by Maharana Bhagwat Singh ji to safeguard and preserve the cultural heritage and the time honoured traditions of the people of Mewar.
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The City Palace Museum, Udaipur was set up in 1969 by Maharana Bhagwat Singh ji to safeguard and preserve the cultural heritage and the time honoured traditions of the people of Mewar.
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The City Palace Museum, Udaipur was set up in 1969 by Maharana Bhagwat Singh ji to safeguard and preserve the cultural heritage and the time honoured traditions of the people of Mewar.
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Decorative silver vessels.
The City Palace Museum, Udaipur was set up in 1969 by Maharana Bhagwat Singh ji to safeguard and preserve the cultural heritage and the time honoured traditions of the people of Mewar.
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Various silver vessels on display.
The City Palace Museum, Udaipur was set up in 1969 by Maharana Bhagwat Singh ji to safeguard and preserve the cultural heritage and the time honoured traditions of the people of Mewar.
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Club Mahindra Udaipur, Rajasthan, India
This stately resort is 9 km from Udaipur City train station and 11 km from the 16th-century City Palace. Amenities include an outdoor pool, a kids' pool and a fitness room, plus massage treatments. The hotel also has a buffet restaurant and a lounge bar. Parking is complimentary.
Club Mahindra Udaipur, Rajasthan, India
This stately resort is 9 km from Udaipur City train station and 11 km from the 16th-century City Palace. Amenities include an outdoor pool, a kids' pool and a fitness room, plus massage treatments. The hotel also has a buffet restaurant and a lounge bar. Parking is complimentary.
Club Mahindra Udaipur, Rajasthan, India
This stately resort is 9 km from Udaipur City train station and 11 km from the 16th-century City Palace. Amenities include an outdoor pool, a kids' pool and a fitness room, plus massage treatments. The hotel also has a buffet restaurant and a lounge bar. Parking is complimentary.
Panoramic elevated view of the City Palace and Lake Pichola, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India.
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Panoramic elevated view of the City Palace and Lake Pichola, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India
Lake Pichola, situated in Udaipur city in the Indian state of Rajasthan, is an artificial fresh water lake, created in the year 1362 AD, named after the nearby Picholi village.14090966panoIndiaPanoramic viewRajasthanUdaipurasiapanoramapanoramicpanoramic imageउदयपुरभारत
Panoramic elevated view of the City Palace and Lake Pichola, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India.
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Elevated view of the City Palace and Lake Pichola, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India.
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Elevated view of the City Palace and Lake Pichola, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India.
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Shri Annapurna Mata Temple, Silawatwari, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India
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Entrance to Palace and city view from City Palace, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India.
Gateways, colloquially called Pols, are set to the east of Udaipur city .A number of such gateways provide access to the palace complex. The main entry from the city is through the 'Bara Pol' (Great Gate), which leads to the first courtyard. Bara Pol (built in 1600) leads to the ‘Tripolia Pol', a triple arched gate built in 1725, which provides the northern entry. The road between this gate and the palace is lined with shops and kiosks owned by craftsmen, book-binders, miniature painters and textile dealers.IndiaRajasthanUdaipurasiacity palacedwarentrancegatepalaceउदयपुरभारत
Panoramic view of City Palace, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India.
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