Umaid Bhawan Palace

Umaid Bhawan Palace

Umaid Bhawan Palace is popularly called Chittar Palace by the local public, the foundation of this grand piece of architecture was laid on 18th nov. 1929 by Maharaja Umed Singh. Made on the Chittar Hills in South Eastern direction of the City, this palace took 16 years and one crore twenty one lac rupees for completion. One of the last royal constructions. Now it has been into 3 functional parts, one having a five-star hotel, one is the residence of the royal family and one has been opened for public where a few pictures, arms, swords, and other things used by the royalties have been exhibited. The beauty of its swimming pool, dancing hall and grand lawns is appreciated by everyone who sees it. The clock museum, theatre, underground hospital and central hall also reflect their own timeless beauty. The palace has an area of 26 acres, out of which constructed area is 3.5 acres and 15 acres have been devoted to lawns

The beauty of this building that this does not use any mortar, all pieces are carved stones joined together by interlocking. At night the lightening is worth seeing once while staying at Jodhpur.

This is the most expensive hotel at Jodhpur.