The Jal Mahal history dates back to the 18th century when Maharaja Madho Singh I, the ruler of Jaipur then, constructed this palace as a leisure resort for the royal family. What is even more interesting is that the palace was never designed as a dwelling but as a serene retreat where the kings could escape the sweltering hot summers of the Rajasthan city and relax amidst nature. The location further provided a cool climate as the palace was situated on the lake, thus protecting it from the e