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Description:
The Lake Palace is one
of the most beautiful palaces in the world, arising
out of the Turquoise Waters of the Pichola like an
elegant fantasy in white marble. The palace was
built in the 17th century on a natural foundation of
4 acers of rock. It was initially called Jaginwas
after its founder Maharana Jagjit Singh . The
Maharana, ruler of Jaipur from 1628 to 1654, was
very friendly with Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan and
encouraged his craftsmen to copy some of the glories
of his incomparable buildings at Agra. The
successive rulers used this cool haven as their
summer resort, holding
their regal durbars in its courtyards. These
courtyards lined with columns, pillared terraces,
fountains and gardens all add to its impressive
image. The rooms are decorated with cusped arches,
inland stones of pink, and green lotus leaves and
painted mirrors. apartments like the Bada Mahal,
Kush Mahal, Ajjan Niwas, Phool Mahal and Dhola Mahal.
All enhance the romance of the elegant setting.
Among the facilities available are swimming pool,
conference hall and a bar. Other events of
recreation organised here are excursions in and
around and a bar other events of recreation
organised here are excursions in and around Udaipur
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