Bagore Ki Haveli, Udaipur
An 18th-century brilliant work of Rajput which is located in the heart of City of Palaces, Udaipur that is Bagore Ki Haveli other than Lake Pichola is a jewel. You can watch out the palace from the Gangori Ghat in Lake Pichola. It is considered as a must-visit destination for each and every cultural explorer and history buff. This place is also known as the palace of mirrors and was built by the next prime minister of the Mewar province which is Amarchand Badwa. The craftsmen of that period designed this place majestically and therefore it represents the art of that time. The walls of this palace will provide you with a colorful story from an energetic past. The mural paintings and the beautiful glasswork from Mewar decorates the walls of the palace. It is a distinguished palace furnished with mirrors and especially the Queen’s chamber is the one you should definitely watch out for.
The walls of the palace are decorated with glassworks of peacocks. This sumptuous building containing hundreds of rooms was built during the power of 4 successive Maharajas of Mewar from 1751-1778 and it was considered as the private property of the Royal Family of Mewar up to independence. Nowadays, it has been used as a cultural center for western India by the government and it is occupied by a fully functional museum and several musical activities which take place throughout the year. The Dharohar dance festival which represents Rajasthan’s luxurious cultural festival is a regular event that takes place every evening in this place. So, this is one of the destinations which reflects the feel of Rajasthan.
History of Bagore Ki Haveli
During the control of Maharana Pratap Singh II, Raj Singh II, Hamir Singh, and Ari Singh from the era of 1751 to 1778, the Prime minister of the Mewar Kingdom named as Shri Amarchand Badwa constructed Bagore Ki Haveli. After the death of Amarchand Badwa, the haveli came under the control of the Mewar royal family and became the habitat of Nath Singh who was the relative of the next Maharana. In the year of 1878, Maharaj Shakti Singh who belongs to Bagore planned to enlarge the haveli by building the triple-arched gateway, and from that time it is called as Bagore Ki Haveli. Till 1947, the haveli remained under the control of Mewar state. After India got Independence, the Rajasthan government used this haveli for the enclosure of government employees. The haveli was disregarded for a long term of 40 years and later in 1986, the Government ultimately took a decision to hand over the reconstruction work to the West Zone Cultural Centre.
Restoration of Bagore Ki Haveli
The West Zone Cultural Centre transformed the haveli into a museum and maintained the royal look in the same ancient architectural style. In order to maintain its old beauty, various royal family members were taken for discussion and the Haveli was reconstructed by using local and conventional skills. The materials which were used for the reconstruction of this haveli included traditional materials such as lime mortar and Lakhori bricks. The remaining murals were protected and the windows, doors and perforated screens were mended and the significantly damaged ones were replaced.
Tips for the Traveller
- As this place consists of a huge area, it will take a long time to explore this place fully. So do your planning according to that.
- Here, most of the traveling is done on foot so don’t forget to wear comfortable shoes.
- Here guides are available so better take the help of them to unbind the full potential of the place.
- As it is one of the best tourist spots in the city of Udaipur, so many visitors are attracted to this beautiful destination. So you can expect a large crowd here.
- There is no allowance for pets in this place.
- The facility of food and bathroom are available here.
Things to do and Enjoy
- The museum which is conducted in the Bagore Ki Haveli is a must-visit spot.
- Do explore the complicated major areas of the palace and enjoy greatly the Mewar period glassworks and paintings.
- The Queen’s chamber is an essential part of the palace which you should not miss out.
- Make sure to watch out for the rich deposit of paintings, costumes, ancient musical instruments, and other artworks.
- Don’t miss to enjoy cultural performances like musical and folk dance shows.
- You should definitely choose the Dharaohar dance festival.
- In this amazing place, check out the theatre show of Rajasthan’s rich cultural heritage at the theatre gound.
- Have fun with the puppetry and Rajasthan folk tales story through puppet shows.
- Get a beautiful view of the awe-inspiring sunset from the palace grounds.
- Purchase beautiful mementos, handicrafts and other artworks at reasonable rates from various stores and boutiques of that area.
Entry Fees
- Domestic Adult – Rs. 60 per head
- Domestic Children (Age from 5 to 12) – Rs. 30 per head
- Foreign Adult – Rs. 100 per head
- Foreign Children – Rs. 50 per head
- Additional camera charges – Rs. 100
Dharohar Dance Show Entry Fees
- Indians – Rs. 90 per person
- Indian Child – Rs. 45 per person
- Foreign Adult – Rs. 150 per person
- Foreign Child – Rs. 75 per person
- Camera Charges – Rs. 150
Visiting Time
The timing to visit this wonderful place is from 10 am to 6.30 pm.
Operating Hours
The opening hours to explore this beautiful Bagore Ki Haveli is 60 to 120 minutes.
The Guides Which are Available Here
Guides are easily available at the palace ground. These guides are very effective in guiding with the well-known spots in the palace and also helps in moving carefully in the crowd. Most of the tour operators have a guide who helps in providing a brief description of all the palaces.
Best Time for Exploration
This beautiful palace remains open all around the year and the cultural events take place even though the year. Hence, there is not a fixed time to travel to this place. However, the monsoon and winter are the best time for the exploration of this wonderful destination as the climate is pleasant at that time. Therefore, the ideal period to visit this spot is from July to January. Also, the number of cultural programs increase during wintertime. So, better to explore and enjoy the city of Udaipur during the months from November to January.
Ways to Get There
This wonderful palace is situated in the ancient city of Udaipur which is at a radius distance of 1.5 km from Udaipur center. You can easily reach this place by local buses, taxis, and even auto-rickshaws.
Nearby Attractions
- Jagdish Temple which is the main attraction is situated at a very short distance of 0.1 km from Bagore Ki Haveli.
- Check out the Fateh Prakash Palace which is located at a distance of 0.2 km from Bagore.
- Heritage House City place which is closer to the Jagdish Temple is placed at a distance of 0.2 km from Bagore.
- Several other temples such as Mohan Mandir, Laxminarayan Mandir, Shri Satyeshwar Mahadev Mandir, etc. lies in the nearby areas only.
- Bada Mahal is another spot for better sightseeing in this area.
Nearby Restaurants
- Sunrise Rooftop restaurant and the Hotel Tiger Rooftop are the most famous restaurants in the Ganghor ghat area.
- Other famous places to explore are the Poonam Haveli, Natural View restaurant and the Jaiwana Bistro Lounge.
- Udaipur Rooftop and Mewar Haveli rooftop are the better options in the Lalghat situated in the Jagdish Temple area.
Conclusion
Udaipur which is known as the City of Palaces is enriched with beautiful palaces, wealthy cultural heritage, and unique food which is much to offer to the travelers. Bagore Ki Haveli which is a scenic and peaceful place in this city offers all of this at reasonable rates. The scenic beauty of this lovely palace makes you live through again the character of Rajput shine and for a moment makes you feel free from the exhaustive life. This place is popular for history buffs, photographers and cultural experience seekers. So plan your journey to this amazing place known as Bagore Ki Haveli today only and make you free from all the stresses of your life. Get the help of Tusk Travel to explore this beautiful place filled with natural beauty and historical buffs.
