Monsoon Palace Palace
Hilltop palace in Udaipur offering panoramic city views
Above Udaipur, the Monsoon Palace (Sajjan Garh) began as a royal viewing lodge. Visitors come for hilltop panoramas over Lake Pichola, sunset views and nineteenth‑century palace architecture.
Monsoon Palace at a Glance#
Address: Sajjan Garh, Monsoon Palace, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India
Website: https://udaipur.rajasthan.gov.in/
Hours: Daily 10:00am-6:00pm (visitor access often concentrated late afternoon for the sunset crowds)
Admission: Entry to the Monsoon Palace (Sajjan Garh) area has a small ticket - typically around INR 25-50 for Indian citizens and a higher rate for foreign nationals at certain viewpoints; parking or local transport (battery vehicle) fees may apply. (Check local Udaipur tourism sources for current prices.)
About Monsoon Palace#
A hilltop palace near Udaipur in Rajasthan, India, popularly called the Monsoon Palace and built by Maharana Sajjan Singh in the late 19th century as an observation point for monsoon clouds.
The white marble and granite palace sits on a hill and provides panoramic vistas across Udaipur, including Lake Pichola and the surrounding Aravalli hills. It is frequented for sunset views and short walks to the terraces and viewing pavilions.
Commissioned in the late 19th century by Maharana Sajjan Singh, the palace was intended as an observatory to watch approaching monsoon weather and was never completed to its original plan. Over time it has become a civic viewpoint and tourist attraction.
Perched on the hill known as Bansdara, the palace overlooks central Udaipur and lies a short drive north of the city’s main lakeside districts.
- Viewpoint: Best known as a hilltop viewpoint above Udaipur that offers panoramic sunset views over Lake Pichola and the City Palace complex.
How to Get to Monsoon Palace#
Monsoon Palace is about 6-8 km from Udaipur city centre. Taxis and auto-rickshaws are the usual way up the hill; there is also a road for private vehicles and a small parking area. For a quieter approach consider taking a short hike from the road below rather than the direct vehicle drop-off.
Tips for Visiting Monsoon Palace#
- Go for sunset - the palace was designed as a vantage point and the western light over Fateh Sagar Lake is the reason people come.
- Avoid the formal lower-car parking and take the uphill path if wanting a quiet approach and better photo angles.
- Combine a visit with the nearby Saheliyon-ki-Bari gardens and a stroll around Fateh Sagar Lake to see the palace from below.
Best Time to Visit Monsoon Palace#
Late autumn through winter (October-March) is the most comfortable and photogenic time to visit; monsoon brings green landscapes but can disrupt travel.
Weather & Climate near Monsoon Palace#
Monsoon Palace's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with very hot summers (peaking in May) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 9°C to 37°C. Moderate rainfall (763 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 9° - 23° | 16° | 4 mm | clear | 33% | 1.6 m/s | 1.0 high | 10.7h |
| February | Ideal | 11° - 26° | 19° | 2 mm | clear | 27% | 1.5 m/s | 1.5 high | 11.2h |
| March | Ideal | 17° - 31° | 24° | 7 mm | clear | 23% | 1.8 m/s | 2.0 very high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 21° - 35° | 28° | 2 mm | clear | 21% | 2.1 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.6h |
| May | Ideal | 25° - 37° | 31° | 7 mm | clear | 29% | 2.5 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.2h |
| June | Very Good | 25° - 34° | 30° | 79 mm | some cloud | 52% | 2.8 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.5h |
| July | Good | 23° - 29° | 26° | 255 mm | overcast | 75% | 2.9 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.4h |
| August | Good | 22° - 28° | 25° | 237 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.5 m/s | 1.6 very high | 12.9h |
| September | Very Good | 21° - 29° | 25° | 144 mm | some cloud | 77% | 1.9 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 18° - 31° | 24° | 18 mm | clear | 53% | 1.1 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.5h |
| November | Ideal | 14° - 28° | 21° | 6 mm | clear | 40% | 1.1 m/s | 1.1 high | 10.8h |
| December | Ideal | 10° - 24° | 17° | 2 mm | clear | 35% | 1.1 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.5h |
