Jal Mahal also known as Water Palace is considered as one of the most beautiful architectural palace . The Palace is 4km to the north of Jaipur and is located on the main Amer-Jaipur road . The most alluring part of this Mahal is it's four-storied building , which is submerged in the Man Sagar Lake .
MAP TO JAL MAHAL
Location:Amer Rd, Jal Mahal, Amer, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302002
Entry Fee: Free
Visiting Time: 30minutes
Timing: everyday from 12am to 10:30pm
Near by Food : JAL Mahal Vibes and JAL Mahal Restaurant
Near by Market: Tripolia Bajaar and Nehru Bajaar
Best time to visit: During Monsoon
JAL Mahal was built by Maharaja Madho Singh in 1750 . This Water Mahal was not built with an intention of used up as a Palace rather it was made as a resort . This Mahal was used as a place for relaxation by the king after his duck hunt . After Maharaja Madho Singh , Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh and Maharaja Jai Singh renovated the palace many times . By making courtyards and Man Sagar Lake , they amplified the beauty of JAL Mahal .
This beautiful Palace is one of the most impressive architectural blend of Mughal and Rajput style . This Mahal is a five storied building . Out of which only 1 floor is visible and rest four are inside the Man Sagar lake . There are five chhatris in total , four at the corners of the palace and one in the centre . The central one is different from others as it is built in Bengali style of architecture . The 21 decorative pillars are the cenotaphs of the royal family . The Palace also consists of a platform, where dancers were used to perform .
Things to do at JAL Mahal
Camel Riding
Whenever you visit JAL Mahal , you should must go for a camel ride . This will definitely give you a traditional Rajasthani feeling .Also , you can enjoy the scenic beauty surrounding the Lake Palace of Jaipur.
Boating
The best way to admire the beauty of this Mahal is by boating . These boats are made in Vrindavan by traditional wood makers . Being one of the popular activity in Lake Man Sagar , boating gives an ethereal view of the Jal Mahal during sunset .
Photography
This magnificent palace will surely mesmerize you from its views . And for capturing the beautiful scapes one must carry a camera . So be ready to capture the immense beauty of this place .
Shopping at local Market
The visit to this Palace is incomplete without shopping . There are many small shops located near the Jal Mahal that sell beautiful jewellery items and exquisite handicrafts of Jaipur. So here , you can buy things at a budget friendly price .
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