The main motive behind the construction of the pal...

The main motive behind the construction of the palace was the welfare of the people. Following the prosperous rule of the Rathore rule, a saint's curse condemned Jodhpur to a drought for three consecutive years. The farmers faced extreme conditions of famine and pleaded the then ruler Umaid Singh for help. In order to help his subjects and give them employment, Umaid Singh commissioned the construction of the Umaid Palace. Architect Henry Vaughan Lanchester was assigned with the job of conceptualising the design and he designed the palace along the lines of New Delhi's government complex. The palace was designed such that it incorporated western technology as well as classical Indian architectural features.

Now Umaid Bhawan Palace is a luxury hotel which offers a taste of the regal to all its patrons. In addition to being of utmost historical value, this attraction offers amazing encounters ranging from heritage walks to unforgettable dining experiences. The hotel wing is managed by Taj Hotels and owing to its unparalleled hospitality, has been voted as the "Best Hotel in the World" at the Traveller's Choice Award. The palace was built in the year 1943 and is inhabited by Jodhpur's royal family even today.

At present, the 347 - room palace has been divided into three parts. One part is the residence of the royal family, where the tourists are not allowed to enter. Incidentally, it is one of the largest private residences in the world and is currently inhabited by Raja Gaj Singh and his family. The other part houses a museum which displays a rich collection of photographs, arms, clocks, stuffed animals and many other possessions of the royal family.
The third part of the palace has been converted into a five-star hotel and offers the most exquisite services to its clientele. It is one of the most popular hotels in Jodhpur. Perched atop the mighty Chittar Hill, this palace is often referred to as the Chittar Palace too. To add to the beauty of the palace, there is a beautiful garden outside with lush greenery and different varieties of flowers. A visit to this Palace can make you step into a sense of royalty.