Sajjangarh Monsoon Palace

This beautiful palace of Udaipur is situated outside Udaipur City at the top of Bansdara hills. Sajjangarh Monsoon Palace is a royal residence belonging to the Mewar Dynasty which ruled over this place for many years. This complex is named after its ruler Maharana Sajjan Singh who ordered its construction and completed it in 1884. 

Originally planned as a nine-story astronomical observatory, its purpose was to monitor and evaluate the arrival and patterns of monsoon clouds, which could be observed from the palace due to its strategic location atop Bandara Peak, one of the Aravalli hills. It is also known as the moniker Monsoon Palace because of this. 

Unfortunately, that never came to pass because of Maharana Sajjan Singh's untimely demise. Maharana Fateh Singh, his successor, turned it into a recreational area. The Monsoon Palace Udaipur served mainly as a hunting lodge for the Mewar royal family and their guests both during and after his rule. 

Sajjangarh Palace features amazing Rajput architecture, complete with tall towers, turrets, balconies, and pillars, all while adhering to the modern fashions of the day. It even can collect rainfall using cutting-edge scientific methods. This palace can be enjoyed by including it in Udaipur Holiday Packages.

Points to Remember 

Timings: 9:30 Am- 6:00 Pm.

Duration: 2-3 Hours.

Monsoon Palace Ticket Price: INR 40 for Indian Tourists and INR 300 for Foreign Tourists.

Best Time to Visit: October to March.

Sajjangarh Palace Weather

Rajasthan Holiday Packages often include visits to Sajjangarh Palace, offering a chance to explore its stunning architecture and panoramic views of the surrounding landscape that can enjoyed in under given weather and season updates. 

Summer (March to June): 

Temperature: Ranges between 30°C to 45°C.

Weather: Summertime temperatures are often high due to the warm weather. For sun protection, it's best to wear loose, comfortable clothing along with caps, sunglasses, and sunscreen.

Monsoon (July to September): 

Temperature: Ranges between 25°C to 35°C.

Weather: Rainfall in the area ranges from mild to heavy, providing some reprieve from the summer heat. It is advised to bring an umbrella and lightweight, waterproof clothing.

Winter (October to February): 

Temperature: Ranges between 10°C to 25°C.

Weather: The winters are nice and moderate. It's best to wear light to moderate woollens, especially on chilly evenings.

How to Reach

From Udaipur's city centre, take an autorickshaw or taxi to Sajjangarh Palace. Located on a mountaintop around 11 kilometres (7 miles) from the city is the palace, also called the Monsoon Palace. You can drive up the hill in magnificent beauty to get there.