Umaid Bhawan Palace
The Umaid Bhawan Palace was actually built to serve a humanitarian purpose of providing employment to the residents of Jodhpur at the time of famine. The palace was initially named Chittar Palace due to the use of chittar stones for its construction.
Regality runs through the veins of Rajasthan. A fragrance of flamboyant royalty pervades through the air that lures not only the residents, but also people from every nook and corner of the world. There was a unique flavor of extravagancy in the lifestyle of the kings of the yesteryears. The thought delves us into an imagination of what their life was like, even after so many years. But guess what!! You can experience it first-hand when you have Royal Rajasthan to solidify your dreams.
Majestically flaunting its architectural beauty and grandeur, the UmaidBhawan Palace, located in Jodhpur, Rajasthan is one of the world’s largest private residences. The gargantuan palace houses 347 rooms and is the abode of the erstwhile Jodhpur royal family. The palace was named after the then king of Jodhpur and the grandfather of the present owners. The beauty of the palace enticed investors and business groups so well that a part of the hotel is now maintained by the Taj group.
The palace is unquestionably one of most exotic destinations of Jodhpur and it is one landmark which should definitely feature in your tour plan.
When to visit : Umaid Bhawan Palace
Best time to visit: October - February
Opening hours:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM