About Badal Mahal
Badal Mahal is a historic palace located on the banks of Gaib Sagar Lake in Dungarpur, Rajasthan. Constructed using local Pareva stone, it features a fusion of Rajput and Mughal architectural styles with two stages, three domes, and a veranda. The palace now houses a small museum displaying royal artifacts including weapons, statues, and musical instruments.
Visitors guide
Visitors can explore the two-storied palace structure featuring intricate Rajput-Mughal architecture with carved domes and verandas. The interior houses a museum collection of swords, arrows, bows, spears, guns, statues of rulers, musical instruments, and terracotta artifacts. The palace offers scenic views of Gaib Sagar Lake and is surrounded by a small garden with decorative lighting.
Key highlights
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Fusion of Rajput and Mughal architectural styles
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Museum displaying royal weapons and artifacts
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Scenic location on Gaib Sagar Lake
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Carved domes with half-ripe lotus designs
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Constructed using local Pareva stone
History of Badal Mahal
The ground floor and veranda were built by Maharawal Gopinath, while the first floor and domes were added by Maharawal Punjraj (1609-1657 AD). The palace was constructed using Pareva stone and represents the architectural heritage of Dungarpur's royal family.
Culture & Context
The palace showcases the distinctive Dungarpur architectural style born during the reign of Maharawal Shiv Singh (1730-1785 AD), featuring a blend of Rajput and Mughal design elements that reflect the region's cultural heritage.
Route
| By air | Maharana Pratap Airport in Udaipur is the nearest airport, approximately 120 kilometers away |
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| By train |