1. History:---
The Palace was built, between 1928 and 1943, for H.H. Maharaja Umaid Singh ji,
Grand Father of our present Maharaja, who had benevolently commissioned a new
palace in 1923 to replace Mehrangarh Fort as the symbol of a new Jodhpur and to give
employment to the people of Marwar during the period's great droughts and famines.
Perched high above the desert capital of Jodhpur, Umaid Bhawan Palace is the last of
the great palaces of India and one of the largest private residences in the world - set
amidst 26 acres of lush gardens.
Named after Maharaja Umaid Singh, grandfather of the present Maharaja of Jodhpur,
this golden - yellow sandstone monument was conceived on the grandest possible
scale, in the fashionable Art Deco Style of that time. After 15 years in construction, the
347 - room palace was finally completed in 1943 - and has served as the principal
residence of the Jodhpur royal family since.
Designed by renowned Edwardian architect Henry Lanchester, the palace is a blend of
eastern and western architectural influences. Its majestic 105 - foot high cupola is
influenced by the Renaissance, while the towers draw inspiration from Rajput tradition.
The lavish interiors with gilt furniture and elegant artwork follow the Art Deco style,
complemented by the exotic murals of the self-exiled Polish artist Stefan Norblin. Palace
Descriptors:
The magnificent Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur one of the world's largest private
residences is a golden hued desert sandstone monument set amidst acres of verdant
gardens. An imitable tribute to art deco, the Palace has in its luxurious fold 64 rooms
and suites. Stroll through the private museum, test your skills on the marbled squash
courts or enjoy a game of billiards in the panelled recreation room. Take an exhilarating
drive through the enchanting city of Jodhpur in a vintage car, accompanied by your
royal butler. Stop beneath the starry night sky for a divine grilled feast accompanied by
the music of the desert. Experience the art of India's ancient healing wisdom in the
romantic new setting of the Taj Spa.
Construction of the Palace

2. The palace built by Maharaja Umaid Singh who ruled from 1911-47 was
the last expression of princely architectural extravaganza during the British Raj. It was in 1925 that Umaid
Singh went to London in search of an architect and commissioned the firm of Lancaster and Lodge to
build the palace. The foundation stone was laid in 1929 at Chittar Hill- a sight dictated by astrological
considerations. "Striking indeed is the impression of romance and dignity which this occasion conveys"
said Col. Windham at the time of its inaugaration, adding while addressing the king "It conjures up both a
retrospect of the past and a prospect of the future Your Highness."
Chittar-ka-Bangla
Umaid Bhavan palace Jodhpur, IndiaIt took some 3000 people working round the clock some 15 years to
complete and ranks as one of the world's largest residences. The massive structure is also referred to as
Chittar-ka-Bangla or Chittar Bungalow. The 347-room building was designed by Henry Lanchester, an
understudy of Edwin Lutyens (who designed most of New Delhi) it contains two huge wings separated by
a double dome 185 feet tall.
Umaid Bhavan Palace in Jodhpur, India is one of India's most imposing and recent palaces. Umaid Bhavan palace of
Jodhpur, Rajasthan was built by Maharaja Umaid Singh. It is named after him only. He utilized the services of a well-
known Edwardian architect, Henry Vaughan Lanchester for the construction of this palace. It contains three hundred
and forty seven rooms.
Jodhpur's Umaid Bhawan Palace was actually built for the welfare of the people. The purpose was to give
employment to the people of Jodhpur during a long period of drought and famine. The construction of the palace
utilized approximately one million square feet (90,000 m²). Another special feature of the palace is the use of a
special type of sandstone, called Chittar sandstone, giving it a special appearance. Umaid Bhavan palace of Jodhpur
is a fine example of Indo-Saracenic architecture. Over three thousand artisans were employed in the construction of
this palace.
The Umaid Bhavan palace was converted into a heritage hotel in 1977. The Palace is now segmented into the Royal
residence, the Heritage Hotel and the Museum. In a part of the palace the royal family of Jodhpur still lives. In another
part of the palace is a well-maintained museum. India's Umaid Bhavan palace has an amazing Central Rotunda, the
cupola rising to a hundred and five feet high. There is also the Throne Room with its exquisite Ramayana murals, a
library, a private museum, an indoor swimming pool, a Billiards Room, tennis courts and unique marble squash cou
Hotel Features.
Umaid Bhawan Palace has a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. This 5-star hotel features business
amenities including a business center, small meeting rooms, and limo/town car service. This luxury hotel offers a
restaurant, a coffee shop/café, and a bar/lounge. Additional amenities at this Art Deco hotel include spa services, a
steam room, and a sauna. Guest parking is complimentary.
Guestrooms.
Rooms open to balconies. The 64 air-conditioned guestrooms at Umaid Bhawan Palace
include minibars and safes. Televisions are equipped with DVD players. All accommodations

3. provide desks, complimentary newspapers, and direct-dial phones. Bathrooms offerbathrobes, designer
toiletries, bidets, and hair dryers. In-room refrigerators and complimentary bottled water are provided. Additional
amenities include slippers and ceiling fans. In addition, amenities available on request include in-room
massages and irons/ironing boards. Turndown service is offered nightly and housekeeping is available daily.
F $ B Service
• It has 3 Division – Banquet , Bar & Restaurant.
• The Umaid Bhawan has 2 banquet halls - The Rathod Hall & The Marwar Hall
• Bar – The Trophy Bar
• Restaurant – The Risala ( Indian ) & The Pillers ( Continental )
The Marwar Hall

4. The Risala ( Indian )
The Rathod Hall

5. The Pillars (Continental )
The Trophy Bar