Reflection in water of the Jal Mahal or 'Lake Palace' in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Jal Mahal was built by Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799 in the midst of the Man Sagar lake as a pleasure spot. The lake was formed by construcing a dam between the two hills by Sawai Man Singh I. During the winter months one can see a large number of migratory birds at the lake. The Jal Mahal Palace, Jaipur is noted for its intricate architecture. The Palace was developed as a pleasure spot. It was used for the royal duck shooting parties. On the road to Amber at a distance of kms from Jaipur are the cenotaphs of the royal family. A causeway leads to Jal Mahal Palace situated in the middle of Man Sagar lake, opposite the first four floors of this building is under water, only the top floor remains can have a wonderful view of the lake and the palace from Nahargarh Fort
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Location: Amber Road (National Highway ) near Maharani ki Chhatri, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
Photo credit: © John Mulroy / Alamy / Afripics
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