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Umaid Bhawan Palace (Jodhpur, India)
Perched high above the desert capital of Jodhpur, Umaid Bhawan Palace is one of the great palaces of India and one of the largest 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.
Channel: Travel & Events
Uploaded: November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am
Author: cvxmelody
Length: 01:20
Rating: 4.00
Views: 1604
Tags: castle emperor king maharaja prince rajasthan royal royalty
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karmaticrynes (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
hey thanx for that bit of info !
desichhokri (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
adding one more thing to your description--- this was the last construction (on this level ofcourse) by the Britishers in India. |
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