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    Jal Mahal

    Jaipur, Rajasthan, India

    8.5/10
    Best time: October-to-March
    2 hours

    Imagine a magical palace, partly underwater! That's Jal Mahal in Jaipur, Rajasthan! Once called 'Water Palace', it was built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799. See only one story above the water, but shhh... there are four more hidden below! It's a super cool place for photos and to dream about royal life in India!

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    Top Activities in Jal Mahal

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      Birdwatching At Man Sagar Lake

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      Boat-Ride On Man Sagar Lake

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      Capture Sunset Views Of Jal Mahal

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      Explore The Lakeside Promenade

    Detailed Information

    Best Time to Visit

    October-to-March

    When to visit place on the day

    Evening

    Approximate expense

    ₹500 per person

    History

    Jal Mahal was built in 1799 by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh as a hunting lodge. It's a blend of Rajput and Mughal architectural styles. The palace was renovated in the 18th century by Madho Singh, who added a courtyard and other features. For a long time, the palace remained neglected, with the lake also suffering from pollution. However, restoration efforts in the early 2000s brought the palace and the lake back to their former glory. The restoration focused on preserving the original architecture and enhancing the lake's ecosystem.

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    Vivek Tailor
    Vivek Tailor

    Vivek Tailor

    2/12/2025

    What to say about this place! It’s a gem in the city…. Absolutely Serene place to spend early mornings or late evenings. Nice place for bird watchers too. But the place definitely needs cleanliness and people should also refrain from throwing garbage here and there.

    MANGESH PAPAL
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    MANGESH PAPAL

    2/12/2025

    It is mahal inside lake. Mahal is 5 storeyed. Three floors are submerged in water and two floors are visible above water level. No entry fee is required as it is beside Amer road. Good place to take pics for posting on social media. No entry is allowed inside this Mahal. You can see it only from edge of the lake. Boating is also prohibited. Park your vehicles away from lake as police charges fine. Don't have roadside food. Try to visit in morning or afternoon as traffic is heavy in evening.

    Olivier Guillard
    Olivier Guillard

    Olivier Guillard

    2/12/2025

    Beautiful fort in the middle of a man made Lake. No access to the fort but nice views just from the street. Unfortunately the shore is littered with garbage and floating breads which wastes the scenery a little bit. Not many crowds which was nice, no need to stop more than 3-5 minutes but worth the stop.on the way back from amber fort

    Darshit Sorathiya
    Darshit Sorathiya

    Darshit Sorathiya

    2/12/2025

    Imagine gazing upon a stunning palace, beautifully illuminated against the night sky. This majestic structure,surrounded with waters, offers a mesmerizing sight. The interplay of light and shadow creates a captivating ambiance, inviting quiet contemplation. A visit here after sunset is sure to create lasting memories.

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