Balsamand,
a beautiful lake palace, was constructed in 1114 A.D. the open area of the
palace is 192000 sq. Feet. Overlooking the huge Balsamand lake, it was made
essentially as a getaway for the royal family of Jodhpur.
It has
well laid-out and tended gardens which for years served the royalty for
picnics and other celebrations. Recently converted into a hotel with all the
modern amenities and is an ideal place for a quiet holiday. Apart from the
events within the palace like theme lunches and diners, on the offer to the
tourist are out door activities like excursions to nearby places of interest
can be organized. Other facilities arte a coffee shop and a swimming pool.
Accommodation: 25 rooms. Address: Balsamand
Lake Palace, Balsamand, Jodhpur. Access: By road: Jodhpur
- 8 kms. By rail: Jodhpur - 7 kms. By air : Jodhpur - 8 kms.