Umaid Bhawan Palace

Umaid Bhawan Palace is popularly called Chittar Palace by the local public. The foundation of this grand piece of architecture was laid on 18th November 1929 by Maharaja Umed Singh. The Palace hotel subtly blends Rajput and Victorian architecture. Lush lawns and countryards,picturesque ceilings,marble corridors,treasure troves,hunting trophies of yesteryears along with regal pictures.
The palace was built on the Chittar Hills in South Eastern direction of the City and it took about 16 years and one crore twenty one lac rupees for completion. Today it has been into 3 functional parts,one having a five-star hotel,one is the residence of the royal family and the rest of the part has been made a museum.
At the Marwar Hall,a wide choice of Indian,Continental and Rajasthani specialties can be enjoyed. The swimming pool,dancing hall and grand lawns,the clock museum,theatre,underground hospital and the central hall reflect their own timeless beauty. The palace covers over 26 acres,out of which constructed area is 3.5 acres and 15 acres have been devoted to lawns.