 Lake
Palace The
Lake Palace is one of the most beautiful palaces
in the world, arising out of the Turquoise Waters
of the Pichola like an elegant fantasy in white
marble. The Lake palace was built in the 17th century
on a natural foundation of 4 acers of rock. It was
initially called Jaginwas after its founder Maharana
Jagjit Singh . The Maharana, ruler of Jaipur from
1628 to 1654, was very friendly with Mughal Emperor
Shah Jahan and encouraged his craftsmen to copy
some of the glories of his incomparable buildings
at Agra. The successive rulers used this cool haven
as their summer resort, holding their regal durbars
in its courtyards. These courtyards lined with columns,
pillared terraces, fountains and gardens all add
to its impressive image. The rooms are decorated
with cusped arches, inland stones of pink, and green
lotus leaves and painted mirrors. apartments like
the Bada Mahal, Kush Mahal, Ajjan Niwas, Phool Mahal
and Dhola Mahal. All enhance the romance of the
elegant setting. Among the facilities available
are swimming pool, conference hall and a bar. Other
events of recreation organised here are excursions
in and around and a bar other events of recreation
organised here are excursions in and around Udaipur.
Category Grand Heritage Hotel
Room
72
aircon rooms and 13 suites. The ambience of suites
is to be savoured slowly, lingeringly, in order
to fully absorb its majesty. The tastefully embellished
sitting room is distinguished by original paintins,
brocade panelling and exquisite ivory inlaid chairs
- all of which add to the old world flourish.
Access 26 kms. from airport, 03 kms, from
railway station, 01 km from down town area.
Amenities
01
Multi cuisine restaurant, 24 hrs Coffee shop, Bar,
Swimming pool, Mini gym, Shopping arcade, Money
exchange, Baby sitting, 24 hours room service and
Doctor on call.
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