Mandir Palace is the newest addition to the rich cultural and heritage sites of Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. While there are forts, sand dunes and houses which are as old as a millennium, Mandir Palace is still in their league with its prodigious exquisiteness and grandeur. The notable feature of this magnificent palace is Badal Vilas which literally translates to ‘Villas in the clouds.’ This high structure gives a view of the entire city of Jaisalmer. The architectural designing and construction are beyond any doubt, exquisite. With overhanging balconies and canopies, the Mandir Palace is awe-inspiring.
Built for the royal family of Maharawal Moolraji, the Mandir palace has now opened its gates for commoners who desire to savor royalty and antiquity. The rooms provided are simply marvellous. There are deluxe rooms, golden suites and Surya mahal suites. The back story of the Golden suites is that it was built by Maharawal Moolraji during the 1770s for his personal residence. The suite is the perfect reflection of the architecture most prevalent during that century. The Surya Mahal suites are in fact latest additions to Mandir Palace by Maharawal Jawahir Singhji which he used for his personal residence. All of the ancient architecturally magnificent rooms are equipped with facilities required by a 21st-century man. There are several dining and cuisine options offered under the Mandir Palace. You can also find a large range of facilities which are essential for a modern traveler.
History of the palace
Mandir Palace is a 200-year-old palace in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. The attraction belongs to the medieval times and was built as the Royal residence of the Maharawal Moolraji Family in late 1700s. Maharawal Moolraji wanted a grand residence around the temples of Jaisalmer. Some portions of the house were built by him and some, by his descendants. With each generation, the Palace designs were improvised to accommodate the latest architectural evolution but the essence was maintained throughout. The Golden Suites are the first ever suites built. The came the Surya Mahal Suites, and later the Badal Villas and the Jawar Villas (the most recent additions to the palace). At present, Mandir Palace has been transformed into a heritage hotel and opened to the public who want a taste of the royal lifestyle.
