Why to visit City Palace
The City Palace has a huge collection of medieval and European-era antiques. The palace offers a breathtaking perspective of Lake Pichola, one of Udaipur's biggest and oldest lakes.
Why is City Palace popular?
A number of movies, including "Guide" and "Octopussy," have been filmed here because of this attraction's regal splendor. The City Palace of Udaipur is a beautiful journey through history. It is a delicate amalgam of architectural brilliance and rich heritage.
Things to do and see at City Palace:
- Boat ride: When you approach Udaipur's City Palace, you can take a boat ride on Lake Pichola.
- Amar Vilas: The highest feature of the City Palace, though it is located on the ground, is this well-maintained and organized garden, according to Amar Vilas.
- Badi Mahal: You should definitely not miss the Badi Mahal, which is a section of the main palace that is decorated with murals on the walls, a swimming pool, and gorgeous interiors.
- Laxmi Vilas Chowk: Tourists can easily notice this area, which is devoted to Mewar paintings and artists.
- Sheesh Mahal: A mainstay of the Queen's Palace was constructed in the 18th century. Here, mirrors are used to construct the entire area of the space.
Architectural Style: The palace's walls and structure are composed of marble and granite, as is evident from their construction. It is a beautiful example of Rajput, European, and medieval architecture all combined.
Entrance Fee: Adult (INR 300), Child (INR 100), and Student (INR 100)
Time Required: 2-3 Hours
Best Time to Visit: October to March
Nearby Attractions:
- Jagdish Temple (100 m)
- Bagore ki Haveli (400 m)
- Doodh Talai (200 m)
- Gangaur Ghat (400 m)
- Jag Mandir Palace (700 m)
City Palace Museum:
The city palace museum is part of the palace which displays a monkey holding a lamp, a Maharaja flaunting his mustaches, and various other objects and artifacts.
Requirement of Tour Guides:
- Hindi-speaking guide (INR 300)
- Museum guides (INR 200)