About Garh Palace
Garh Palace is a sprawling palace complex in Bundi, Rajasthan, built by the Hada Chauhan Rajputs between the 16th and 19th centuries. Located at the base of Taragarh Fort on the Aravalli hills, it features exquisite Rajput architecture with intricate frescoes and murals. The palace houses notable structures including Chhatra Mahal, Phool Mahal, and Badal Mahal, showcasing the renowned Bundi School of miniature paintings.
Visitors guide
Visitors can explore a multi-level palace complex built into a steep hillside with numerous courtyards, halls, and chambers featuring vibrant Rajput frescoes. The palace includes the Hathi Pol entrance gate, Deewan-E-Aam (Hall of Public Audience), and several smaller palaces like Chhatra Mahal and Phool Mahal. Visitors should expect steep climbs and uneven pathways across various levels. The palace offers panoramic views of Bundi city and Nawal Sagar lake from its elevated position.
Key highlights
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Exquisite Bundi School miniature paintings and frescoes
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Chhatra Mahal with gold-detailed artwork
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Hathi Pol entrance gate with elephant statues
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Panoramic views of Bundi city from hillside location
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Collection of multiple palaces built over three centuries
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Badal Mahal (Palace of Clouds) at highest point
History of Garh Palace
Built by the Hada Chauhan Rajput rulers between the 16th and 19th centuries, Garh Palace served as the royal residence of Bundi State. The fort was originally commissioned by Rao Deva Hada in 1298 AD and expanded by Rao Raja Bar Singh Hada in 1354 AD. Successive rulers added their own palaces and structures over roughly three centuries, creating the current complex.
Culture & Context
The palace showcases the distinctive Bundi School of miniature paintings that flourished from the 17th to 19th centuries, influenced by Deccan art forms. The frescoes depict scenes of court life, battle formations, and celestial creatures, representing an important artistic heritage of Rajasthan.
Route
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