Udaipur's City Palace: Rajasthan's Crown Jewel

🌊 Architectural Symphony Perched on Lake Pichola's shores, its:Jharokhas (balconies) framing aquatic vistasSpires and domes piercing the skyline Main gate dwarfs other palaces in scale (that first glimpse is 🤯!) 🦚 Peacock Garden Gateway Begin your tour by:Passing the iconic peacock archway Climbing to the second floor (meet the white-bearded gatekeeper—his mustache deserves its own Instagram! 📸Observing locals pay 1-minute homage to a deity at the entrance 🏛️ Museum Gems & Hidden Views Crystal Gallery: Maharana's unrealized dream of glass furnitureZenana Mahal: Queen's quarters with stained-glass peacocksTop-floor panoramas: Spot Jag Mandir island from the windows 🌅 Sunset Perfection Time your exit for golden hour when:The palace glows honey-gold🌊Lake Pichola mirrors the Aravalli hills Boat rides depart below (pro tip: book the sunset cruise!) # City Palace#Udaipur#India#India guide#trip diary#travel guide