Udai Bilas Palace
| Udai Bilas Palace | |
|---|---|
 | |
| General information | |
| Architectural style | Rajput architecture |
| Town or city | Dungarpur |
| Country | India |
| Owner | Harshvardhan Singh |
| Website | |
| https://udaibilaspalace.com | |
Udai Bilas Palace in Dungarpur, Rajasthan is the principal residence of the former royal family of Dungarpur and operates as a heritage hotel.
History
It was constructed in the mid-19th century by Maharawal Udai Singh II, after whom it is named.[1][2] It was later expanded by his descendants.[2] Three new wings were added between 1940 and 1944.[3] It was originally a weekend retreat for the royal family from the 13th-century Juna Mahal.[3] Previously, the family resided at Juna Mahal; however, they relocated here in the mid-20th century.[4] It has one of the best collections of hunting trophies in the world.[3]
Architecture
It is built in the classic Rajput architectural style.[2] The structure features intricate designs on its balconies, arches, and windows.[2] It is located next to Gaib Sagar Lake.[5] One of its wings, built using the local bluish-grey stone known as pareva, overlooks the lake.[2]
Interior
Its interior features a fusion of Indian and European styles.[3] Its rooms have British floral wallpapers and art deco furniture.[3] The rooms feature decorative mirrorwork and stained glass.[3]
Gallery
References
- ^ Betts, Vanessa; McCulloch, Victoria (27 September 2013). India - The North: Forts, Palaces, the Himalaya Dream Trip. Footprint Travel Guides. p. 117. ISBN 978-1-907263-74-3.
- ^ a b c d e RajRAS (2 March 2018). Art Architecture & Culture of Rajasthan. RajRAS. pp. 75–76.
- ^ a b c d e f Wilson, Henry (2001). India : decoration, interiors, design. Internet Archive. New York : Watson-Guptill Publications. p. 64. ISBN 978-0-8230-2513-8.
- ^ "The Juna Mahal at Dungarpur". Trotting on. 5 May 2020. Retrieved 24 November 2024.
- ^ Country Life. Country Life, Limited. 1998. p. 22.