Umaid Bhawan Palace, Jodhpur

Definitely the most beautiful of all palaces in Jodhpur, the Umaid Bhawan Palace is spread across 26acres of land. The Umaid Bhawan Palace is the last of the great palaces in Jodhpur and is one of the largest residences in the world. Built between 1929 and 1943, over 3000 artisans toiled to create this magnificent edifice in golden yellow sandstone. The Umaid Bhawan Palace with its 347 rooms is a splendid example of the Indo-colonial and art deco style of the thirties.

Fast Facts about Umaid Bhawan Palace

Location	Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Cuisine	Indian, Rajasthani, Marwari
Facilties	Restaurant, Bar, Conference Hall, Swimming Pool, Tennis, Squash, Badminton, Health Club, Croquet court, Billiards, Private Museum
Rooms	98 Rooms
Group	Welcomgroup

The Umaid Bhawan Palace- Golden Glory of The Past

If you want to touch the past, if you want to unfold every chapter of medieval history before your eyes, plan a holiday vacation in Jodhpur at the Umaid Bhawan Palace, now converted into a magnificent heritage hotel. Rajasthan's royalty was always fashionable, and maharajah Umaid Singh of Jodhpur, added a fine touch to the cult by constructing a grand Art Deco, the Umaid Bhawan Palace, Rajasthan's best known architectural epitome of the 20th century. Designed by eminent Edwardian architect Henry V Lanchester, this grand palace is a magnificent blend of Renaissance framework and Rajput tradition. Each suite is different, with ethereal underlying themes of a royal grandeur or princely passion; elegant interiors with gilt furniture and exquisite artwork, makes one travel on the rails of antiquity. Within safe hands, the Taj Group has recently taken over the management of this awe-inspiring property. Take an exclusive tour of the famous Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur.

Palatial Enigma

While enjoying a famous palace stay at Umaid Bhawan in Jodhpur, you should enjoy the famous palace attractions. The heritage Umaid Bhawan Palace is a harbinger of many curious incidences. Beside being the largest private residence in the world, the golden-yellow sandstone monument is the first to use airconditioning, electricity and elevators, and is the only place to have paintings from the Ramayana, drawn by a Polish artist. Walk along the periphery and look at the palace. Perfectly symmetrical. The rippleless walls hold exquisite emballishments on the outer parts, such as eagle carved from sandstone. The best part is that all original fittings have been retained, and hence a curious tourist can satiate his passion of beholding a splendid example of Indian craftsmanship.

Long Live The King

Enjoy a famous palace stay at Umaid Bhawan in Jodhpur, which is a lifetime experience. Stay in the The Maharaja Suite. Once being the most favoured suite of Maharaja Umaid Singh, the grand suite, situated just across the crystal fountain courtyard, manifests a robust and masculine aura inside. Enter the majestic alcove and witness murals of leopards from Africa, Indian tigers and Arabian horses, standing aloof, real as life. Relax on the plush Ruhlmann sofas decorated in faux leopard skin. Look around. Hey! there is a magnificent flaming torch lamp in chrome at the corner. Lit it. Move in to the drawing room and get a glass of wine from the delightful secret bar. Now turn again and have a seat. Feel the ambiance which adds to the famous palace attractions in Jodhpur. Isn't it royal? That is the essence of Rajasthan. Welcome to an utopian world of highness and lifestyle equipped with luxurious amenities.

Experience the Archaic Memories
Enjoy the historical palace attractions by visiting the royal museum preserving many antiquities of bygone era. The museum at the Umaid Bhawan Palace is one of the most enticing treasure alcoves present in Rajasthan.

Be a Maharajah
Take a famous attractions tour of Umaid Bhawan to feel the royal ambiance sprawled all across the Umaid Bhawan Palace. Check into one of the royal suites, which were once the favourites of the mighty kings and ambrosial maharanis.

Accommodation at Umaid Bhawan Palace
A stay in Umaid Bhawan Palace would transport you to the royal world and give you a taste of their lifestyle. The Umaid Bhawan Palace has a combination of rooms and suites:

Maharaja Suite: The once Maharaja Umaid Singh's own suite. Typically masculine, the suite is decorated with murals of leopards from Africa, tigers and horses.

Maharani Suite: Once the private chamber of the Maharani of Jodhpur. Typically feminine, the suite is done up in pink, black and chrome. With a private drawing room, dining room and a little kitchenette, the suite is complete. Overlooking the beautiful gardens and the Mehrangarh Fort.

Tucked in the basement of the Umaid Bhawan Palace is the zodiac swimming pool, private and accessible to only the residents of the hotel.

The Umaid Bhawan Palace houses a tennis, badminton, squash and croquet courts. There is also a health club and billiards room.

The private museum attached to the Palace contains a small but exquisite set of display section, exhibiting arms, furniture, antique clocks and priceless China vases that formed a part the private collection of Maharajas of Jodhpur.

Dining at Umaid Bhawan Palace
The Trophy Bar, the Risala Restaurant ,the Marwar Hall, the Pillars restaurant and the Kebab Corner are the various eateries at the Umaid Bhawan Palace.

Banquets and Conference Facilities at Umaid Bhawan Palace
The Umaid Bhawan Palace has in the past few years become increasingly popular as a conference destination. The palace has meeting spaces available for small and large gatherings.

Location of Umaid Bhawan Palace
The Umaid Bhawan Palace is 5 kms from the airport, 6 kms from the railway station, 3 km from the city center and 3 kms from the bus stand.

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