Bal Samand Lake, a
13th century artificial lake, provided with tranquil surroundings is a
great place to unwind.
A royal retreat just ten minutes
away from the hustle and bustle of Jodhpur the Balsamand lake is an
important source of water to city . The lake itself an artificial one, was
constructed in the 12th Century; the exquisitely carved red sandstone
Palace came later in the reign of Maharaja Jaswant Singh I. Still the
private property of the Maharaja of Jodhpur it is customary for the royal
family to celebrate the first rain here with a tea party. The palace and
garden have been converted into Rajasthan's first luxury-heritage resort.
A royal retreat just ten minutes
away from the hustle and bustle of Jodhpur the Balsamand lake is an
important source of water to city . The lake itself an artificial one, was
constructed in the 12th Century; the exquisitely carved red sandstone
Palace came later in the reign of Maharaja Jaswant Singh I. Still the
private property of the Maharaja of Jodhpur it is customary for the royal
family to celebrate the first rain here with a tea party. The palace and
garden have been converted into Rajasthan's first luxury-heritage resort.