Incredible Place to visit in Jaipur- Jal Mahal

 

Jal Mahal

Incredible Place to visit in Jaipur- Jal Mahal

Jaipur is a city of royals; rich heritage and culture define this Pink City “Jaipur”. Marvellous architecture, gigantic forts and artistic culture run in the veins of the city. Do you love history? Passionate about the art of the old artisans? Do you want to live the life of the rulers of the bygone era? Then Jaipur should be the next on your list. City Palace, Jal Mahal, Nahargarh Fort and other monuments are living testimony of the colourful history of Jaipur. Through this blog learn more about the Jal Mahal history, a water palace in Mansagar Lake.

Jal Mahal- Magical Palace of Jaipur

If you’re looking for an ethereal place, one that seems unreal, then you should visit Jal Mahal, It is in the middle of the Man Sagar Lake in Jaipur and is a very unlikely place for a palace. Mere 10 mins away from the city centre and set against the marvellous Nahargarh hills, Jal Mahal was the pleasure pavilion for the Jaipur family from the 18th century. 

Jal Mahal History

Though nothing precise is written in history about Jal Mahal and many mysteries surround the pleasure place. Though it is known to be about 300 years old, its date of construction remains unknown. In the book “Building Jaipur: The making of an Indian City”, it is mentioned that the Palace was constructed by Sawai Jai Sing II in around 1734. This palace has no chambers; it just had a pavilion with a terrace garden. The way it is constructed it looks like a palace of Pleasure, a palace where the kings and queens went on for royal picnics or where royals went for their hunting parties. Though some questions might not have answers but today as Philanthropist Navrattan Kothari under his guidance has restored Jal Mahal and rediscovered its magic, its corridors echos with music and dance and signifies our faith in Royalty once celebrated here.

Navrattan Kothari, Jal Mahal Restoration

Just a few years ago Mansagar Lake was an environmental disaster and Jal Mahal was a dilapidated ruin. Then was the time when a man who was in love with his native city Jaipur, Navrattan Kothari Pride of Rajasthan started working towards the restoration of Jal Mahal and Mansagar Lake. It has been a phenomenal effort involving the skills of experts, historians, craftsmen, architects and the highest authorities of art, culture and design along with Philanthropist Navrattan Kothari that the magic of the water palace has restored. 

When the restoration work began, the monument was in ruins and even century-old pictures just showcased broken down monuments. But a lot of research carried down by the team of Navrattan Kothari, Jal Mahal revealed itself to the team. They thoroughly studied the elements, forms, and details and the monuments and started rebuilding stairways, corridors, terraces, jetties etc. The transformation work soon began, the lush garden on the terrace was traced down from surviving elements and was recreated keeping the originality intact. 

Navrattan Kothari Pride of Rajasthan, along with the team has created a new tourist destination of pleasure for Jaipur. The elegant white marble terrace across the clear blue waters of the lake, with temples and ancient forts in the background, is today the real picture of Jal Mahal, Jal Mahal which Mr. Navrattan Kothari dreamt of. 

Things to do around Jal Mahal. 

Though for some reason Jal Mahal is currently not open for visitors, though there are lots of things to do around the palace. 

  • SIP a coffee at Café Coffee Day and enjoy the mesmerizing view of Jal Mahal by night.
  • Few vendors sit on the path just next to the Mansagar Lake; they keep Rajasthani attires with themselves. Wear the traditional attire and get some amazing pictures clicked with Jal Mahal in the backdrop.
  • Cycle or run around Jal Mahal and enjoy the serene mornings.
  • Shop for the colourful bangles from the small vendors right next to Mansagar Lake.
  • Amber fort is just 10 mins away from the Palace and must not be missed. 
  • The thrilling camel ride can be yet another exciting activity that you must try near Jal Mahal. 
  • Jal Mahal is amazing for photography lovers; evenings at Jal Mahal are mostly crowded with tourists. Winter mornings at Jal Mahal are the best time to shoot if you want to capture the calm sunrise. Jal Mahal is well-lit at night. Late evenings are also a good time to photograph at this spot. Use your tripod or capture an amazing shot from your phone for an Instagram update.

Plan a trip to Jaipur and discover this wonderful attraction which will surely leave you spellbound. Enjoy the scenic view of this palace, its beauty increases multifold anytime it witnesses a heritage lover. When are you planning to visit the magical Palace?

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