Jal Mahal - Pink Beauty In Mid Of Water

Jal Mahal in Jaipur

Jal Mahal(water palace)is located in the heart of Man Sagar Lake in Jaipur city, the capital of the state of Rajasthan. It is 4km to the north of Jaipur and is located on the Amer-Jaipur road. Jal Mahal was built during the famines when the lake had completely dried up. Then the ruler of Amer decided to build a dam to prevent famine-hit areas. Later on, this dam was converted into stone masonry. Jal Mahal was constructed by Maharaja Madho Singh in 1750.

Jal Mahal during sunset

Though the Mahal was used as a temporary lodge for duck hunting parties. Later the palace was expanded and renovated by Madho Singh2  in the 18^th century for a better purpose. Finally, it was transformed into a luxurious hotel. The lake is surrounded by the Aravalli hills. The Jal Mahal is 5 stories high and is made up of red stone. The four floors of the palace are submerged under the water and only one is visible.

The upper portion is the garden ( chameli bagh )

The 255-year-old Jal Mahal Palace was built with Mughal and Rajputana styles of construction. It is built with stone walls so strong that did not allow water to penetrate through. The palace includes beautiful rooftop gardens –Chameli Bagh and Badal Mahal.

Jal Mahal

Earlier visitors were allowed to enter the palace and they could reach the palace with the help of boat rides but now the entry of any outsider is banned because of the deteriorated condition of the palace. But it’s a beautiful place to take halt while going to the Amer Fort in Jaipur. The palace looks majestic during evening time. It shines bright like a jewel nestled in the lake.

Rajasthani Puppet 

The best time to visit here is from October to march. After the restoration of the Jal Mahal, it will become the first lake hotel in Jaipur. To experience the picturesque of the Aravalli ranges visit this peace of beauty. This is probably the most serene sight you will get amidst the city of Jaipur.