A new series of posts on most beautiful residential palaces in India.
Built in 20th century, Umaid Bhawan Palace is an iconic piece of Rajasthan’s heritage in the ‘blue city‘ of Jodhpur. Home of royal family, world’s 6th largest private residence. Designed by renowned Edwardian architect Henry Lanchester, a blend of eastern, western architectural influences. Gorgeous classical, art-deco style. Built with dun-coloured (golden yellow) sandstone, Makrana marble, Burmese teak speak of sheer opulence.
Perched on Chittar Hill, highest point in Jodhpur, inspires with exotic views of historical Blue City, vast sand dunes, awe-inspiring Mehrangarh Fort. Lush gardens with dancing peacocks are beautiful, breathtaking. Relive a fascinating bygone era, a fairy tale. Museum has exhibits of stuffed leopards, gifts from Queen Victoria, classic cars of Maharajas. Flaunts romantic splendour of desert kingdom. Enthralling, enticing!