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Udai Bilas Palace Dungarpur
Nestled in idyllic splendor, with the blue waters of Gaibsagar lake on one side and a cove of private reserve forest on the other, Udai Bilas Palace is the embodiment of the old world charm of princely India. This is an ideal paradise of unhurried hospitality from where one can explore bird life and tribal life and experience a splendidly romantic ambience for that very special honeymoon. Exquisite rajput architecture, fine murals, miniature paintings and stone carvings will delight the cultured traveler.
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Getting There
The Udai Bilas Palace is 25 km from National Highway No.8
Air: Ahmedabad airport - 175 km / Udaipur airport - 120 km.
Rail: Daily trains from Ahmedabad and Udaipur.
Things to do
Dungarpur the "City of Hills" is a picturesque town set amongst the rugged peaks of the Aravalli Mountains. Besides visits to the many unspoiled Bheel hamlets in and around the town, you can look forward to special shows of tribal music and dancing at the palace itself.
The Old Palace or Juna Mahal: This seven-storied structure resembles a fortress with crenellated walls, turrets and narrow entrances and passageways. Inside, one will see the most colorful and vibrant palaces embellished with frescoes, miniature paintings, glass and mirror inlay work. The city palace can be reached by vehicle on a road that winds through the narrow lanes of the town, a scenic drive through villages and countryside, or simply by trekking across the well-wooded hill tracks.
Dungarpur district is the stronghold of the Bheels, a tribe whose history of occupancy in the Aravalli range is said to date back to 4000 B.C.
Excursions: Excursions can be arranged to the 8th century AD ancient temple ruins of Arthuna (80 km), the 14th century temple of Rishabdeo noted for its intricate carvings and precious stone-studded idol of Lord Kesariyaji (45 km), the impressive white marble Muslim shrine at Galiakot, the Mecca of the Bohra sect of Islam (60 kms), the 12th century temple of Deo Somnath (25 km) and many temples in Dungarpur town itself.
Accommodation
The Palace offers accommodation in the houseguest tradition with 20 spacious, air-conditioned and lavishly appointed bedrooms, 7 double, 3 single and 10 suites. No two rooms are alike, simply because no two guests are alike. From suites to guest-rooms, each enchants with its own personality, spaciousness and modern comforts for a unique experience.
Eating
Fixed menus are predominantly Indian, subtly spiced to suit our western guests. Continental or Chinese dishes are served on request. The lakeside, or picnic lunches provide special candlelit dinners at the ancient fortified ruins with a panoramic view of the ancient town of Dungarpur.
Facilities
Swimming pool
Jacuzzi
Gymnasium
Boating
In-house laundry service
International telephone and fax
Doctor on call
Conference facilities
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