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| Place | Udaipur |
|---|---|
| State | Rajasthan |
| Virtual Museum | No |
| Year of Establishment | 1969 |
| Museum Type | Fort-Palace Museum / Heritage / Decorative Arts |
| National Importance Museum | Yes |
| Address | Old City, Udaipur, Rajasthan 313001 |
| Visiting Time | 09:00 AM – 09:00 PM (Daily) |
| Entry Fee | Museum: ₹400 (Adults) / ₹150 (Child). Crystal Gallery requires a separate ticket of approx. ₹500 |
Founded in 1559 by Maharana Udai Singh II, this sprawling complex was developed over 400 years by 22 successive rulers of the Mewar dynasty. It is built atop a hill providing a panoramic view of the "City of Lakes."
Displays royal memorabilia, including silver furniture, glass mosaics, royal palanquins (palkis), and an extensive collection of Mewar miniature paintings.
Crystal Gallery: The world's largest private collection of crystal furniture and decor, including a crystal bed and throne, commissioned from F&C Osler in 1877.
| Archaeological Survey of India | No |
|---|---|
| Notes | Features the Mor Chowk (Peacock Square), known for three magnificent glass-mosaic peacocks representing the three seasons, crafted from over 5,000 pieces of colored glass. |
| Artifacts | Maharana Pratap’s Armor and the "Cheetak" horse armor; the Sun Emblem (Surya Chopas) of the Mewar dynasty. |
| Highly Descriptive | Yes |
| Contact Details | +91 294 241 9021 |
| Email ID | mmcf@eternalmewar.in |
