Bagore ki Haveli, Udaipur

Bagore ki Haveli is a heritage mansion in Udaipur. It majestically lies on the shores of dreamlike Lake Pichola near Gangori Ghat. Built-in the 18th century by Amar Chand Badwa, the Mewar Kingdom’s prime minister at the time, it has since undergone many restorations and is now a museum.
If you are fond of ancient artefacts and heritage havelis, heading to Bagore ki Haveli in Udaipur will be your best decision. So, include a visit to this haveli on your Udaipur sightseeing tour, where you can have a great time. Let’s explore more about Bagore ki Haveli through this article:

History of Bagore ki Haveli -
Shri Amarchand Badwa, the Prime Minister of Mewar Kingdom, built this haveli from 1751 to 1778, during the reigns of Maharanas Pratap Singh II, Raj Singh II, Ari Singh, and Hamir Singh. After Amarchand Badwa's death, the haveli came into the possession of the Mewar royal family and became the abode of Nath Singh, a relative of the then Maharana.

In 1878, Maharaj Shakti Singh of Bagore further extended the haveli by building the triple-arched gateway, and since then, it has been referred to as Bagore ki Haveli. After India’s independence, the Rajasthan government used the Haveli to house government employees. It was neglected for around 40 years and later in 1986.

An insight into the Bagore ki Haveli -
As one enters the gates of the Haveli, an attractive courtyard with an equally attractive two-storied Lotus Fountain. The Haveli has three chowks: Kuan Chowk, Neem Chowk and Tulsi Chowk. Kuan Chowk or the Well Court, lies on the ground floor and was earlier used to house stores and served as the place where day-to-day household activities were performed by staff.

The royal men liked the music and dancing performances on Neem Chowk's first floor earlier. The location features a variety of performing arts. The Durrie Khana and Kanch Mahal are other restricted sections that were only accessible by the royal family. The zenana, or women’s quarter, is named Tulsi Chowk, and the princess’s preferred location. This chowk served as the venue for Haveli’s women’s ghoomar performance and festivities.

The Tulsi Chowk now features a stunning assortment of women’s outfits and turbans. Shringar Kaksh is a dressing chamber used by the Haveli women, another feature of Bagore ki Haveli. It has a wooden truck where the princesses keep their belongings.

Earlier royal women were fond of music; therefore, the haveli also had Sangeet Kaksh to learn and perform musical instruments like santoor, chang, dholak, nagada, sarangi and more. Men liked playing board games at Manoranjan Kaksh, which features Ganjifa and Chaupad.

Museum at Bagore ki Haveli -
The Bagore ki Haveli Museum has five sections: the Puppet Museum, The Main Haveli, The Turban Museum, The Weapon Museum, and The Wedding Depiction Section. Each section is well-maintained and showcases the ancient lifestyles of the Maharajas.

Dharohar Dance Show at Bagore ki Haveli -

The most important attraction of Bagore ki Haveli is the Dharohar Dance Show, held every evening from around 7 PM. The one-hour-long show takes place in the Neem Chowk, which is beautifully enhanced by the Haveli setting as a stage for the traditional folk dance and music of Rajasthan. The arrangements are made on the floor around the stage. Large mattresses are placed around the three sides of the terrace to give a pleasant view of the dance performances.

The well-organized dance performance starts with a brief introduction by a woman dressed in traditional Rajasthani attire. It comprises well-choreographed dances supported by the musicians using tabla and harmonium. Wearing the typical folk costumes of Rajasthan, the females perform the dance adorned in colorful ghagra cholis.

A dance performance called Terha Taal requires perfect coordination among the dancers, who play 13 manji ras tied on their hands and legs according to the rhythm of the music. During this performance, they hold a knife in their mouth and a set of brass pots on their heads, playing manji ras.

The Dharohar dance show at Bagore ki Haveli is a colorful and vibrant show that shows the tradition and culture of Rajasthani folklore. The performers' skills and artistry are worth admiring and should never be missed by anyone.

Timings of Bagore ki Haveli -

9:30 AM to 5:30 PM on all days of the week
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM Dharohar Dance Show on all days of the week

Conclusion:
Now that you know much about Bagore ki Haveli, it’s time to witness its grandeur in real. So, plan your Udaipur 3 Days Tour Package with us and get a chance to explore the Lake city in the comfort of our well-maintained cab and driver.

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