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 Udai
Bilas Palace (Heritage) |
This
mid 19th century palace was constructed by Maharawal Udai Singhji
overlooking the lovely Gaib Sagar Lake on one side and a private reserve
forest on the other. The Udai Bilas Palace was later in 1940 was enlarged by
Maharawal Laxman Singh. The " ek thambia mahal " or the one pillared-palace is an interesting edifice with intricately sculptured pillars, panels, ornate balconies, balustrades, bracketed windows, arches, and a fine arrangement of marble carvings.
Three new wings were added around this Mahal by Laxman Singhji. Artistically furnished and lavishly styled rooms here are used by the royal family as well as guests.
The banquet hall with its hunting trophies and crystal chandeliers treat the guests to the elegance of the past. Udai bilas is a birdwatcher's paradise as the lake attracts a large number of migratory birds view is possible from the palace itself. Adventure-minded can enjoy boating and trekking
Accommodation: Suites, Double and Single. Cuisine with a fixed menu and Chinese and continental on request.
Address: Udai Bilas palace, Dungarpur-314001.
Access:
By road: Udaipur - 110 kms.
By rail: Dungarpur - 5 kms.
By air : Udaipur - 130 kms.