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The serene city of lakes – Udaipur is a very popular tourist destination. Rugged forts, glittering palaces, colourful bazaars are just a few things that makes this city a jewel in the desert. Called the ‘Venice of East’ Udaipur is a must-see for all the travelers.Just 25 km away from the Maharana Pratap Airport is the Lake Palace Hotel. Built in 1746 by Maharana Jagat Singh II as a summer palace along with the Jag Mandir, the palace was turned into a hotel by the Taj group in 1971.This white marble palace that seems to float on the still waters of Lake Pichola, Lake Palace Hotel is perhaps the most romantic hotel in the world. The courtyards lined with columns, pillared terraces, fountains, gardens; the rooms decorated with cusped arches, inland stones of pink and the painted mirrors – all enhance the romance of the elegant setting.Staying at the Lake Palace will give you the opportunity to ‘live life king size’. Apartments like the Bada Mahal, Kush Mahal, Ajjan Niwas, Phool Mahal and Dhola Mahal are a luxury. The hotel houses 83 rooms including 17 beautiful suites and 53 Deluxe rooms. The rooms and the suites have a particular theme and are decorated with textiles and handicrafts of the region. The royal banquet rooms are now reception rooms, bars and restaurants. All the VIPs and the special guests get a royal welcome even before you check in. The hotel sends a vintage car to the airport for you. This pristine white palace is built around three exquisitely planted courtyards. The first is the courtyard of performance called Jhankar - with its enclosing corridors hung with 18th century miniatures of Maharana Jagat Singh II, creator of the palace, is a reminder of a royal residence.The next courtyard, with its lily pool, was once used for the festival of Holi. It is an island within an island, its walls decorated with delicate mirror work murals, the frescos of Radha Krishna and the 13th century poet Mirabai are replicas of similar murals in the mainland palace. But for those looking for privacy, the lushly landscaped spa garden is the place to be in. It was the personal courtyard attached to the queen’s chambers. It is a complete picture of tranquility.TriviaThe Lake Palace features in the famous James Bond movie Octopussy.
Contact Info
TAJ LAKE PALACE
Post Box No. 5, Lake Pichola
Ph:+912942528800 Fax: +912942528700
Email: lakepalace.udaipur@tajhotels.com