Description

Badal Mahal is a beautiful place in the Cleanest city of Rajasthan. A small museum containing swords, arrows, bow, spear, guns, and statues. Also a small garden with beautifully decorated lights and a big lake on its side.

Badal Mahal is located on the banks of the Gap Sagar Lake and is understood for it's amazing and artistic designs, a perfect combination of Mughal and Rajput style of architecture. The palace was constructed by using Dawra Stones.

Badal Mahal, which translates to "Palace of Clouds," is an integral part of the Dungarpur Fort. It is renowned for its intricate frescoes, mirror work, and beautiful paintings. The palace gets its name from the belief that the clouds would touch it due to its elevated position.

The monument is constructed in two different stages. On one stage, Maharawal Gopinath built its verandah and ground floor whereas in second stage construction is done by Maharawal Punjraj (1609-1657 AD) where he made the primary floor, dome, and veranda within the ground floor with some renovation.

All the three domes have half-ripe lotus-shaped designs on their tops and three half ripe lotus on the longest dome of Badal Mahal, making this palace more beautiful. Constructed with a motive to make a leisure home, Badal Mahal also used for staying of state guests. 

Visitors to Badal Mahal can explore its various chambers, each adorned with unique artwork and designs. The palace provides a glimpse into the artistic and cultural heritage of the region.

If you plan to visit Badal Mahal in Dungarpur, it's advisable to check for the latest information regarding opening hours and any specific guidelines for visitors.

Overview

•    Opening hours  

                                     - 10 AM – 7 PM every day.

•    Highlights 

                                     - Monuments

•    Best time to visit 

                                     - October to February.

•    Entry Fees

                                     - Free                              

•    Distance

                                     - Railway Station = 4.1km

                       - Bus Stand = 1.3km

                                 - Jaipur to Kota = 502km

     Location               - Shastri Colony, Dungarpur, Rajasthan