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Balsamand, a beautiful lake palace, was constructed in 1114 a.d. the open area
of the palace is 192000 sq. feet. Overlooking the huge Balsamand lake, it was
made essentially as a getaway for the royal family of jodhpur. It has well
laid-out and tended gardens which for years served the royalty for picnics and
other celebrations. Recently converted into a hotel with all the modern
amenities and is an ideal place for a quiet holiday. Apart from the events
within the palace like theme lunches and dinners, on the offer to the tourist
are out door activities like like excursions to nearby places of interest can be
organised. Other facilities are a coffee shop and a swimming pool.
ACCOMMODATION: 25 ROOMS.
ADDRESS: Balsamand Lake
Palace, Balsamand, Jodhpur.
ACCESS :
BY ROAD: Jodhpur - 8 Kms.
BY RAIL:Jodhpur - 7 Kms.
BY AIR : Jodhpur - 8 KmsBal samand palaces is a fine specimen of rajput Architecture in red
sandstone surrounded by wide
expanses of lush green gardens. It is built
on the banks of bal samand lake- a 13th century artificial lake. For
centuries, it has been an exquisite setting for royal leisure and recreation. |