Bagore Ki Haveli is an 18th-century mansion beside Gangaur Ghat on Lake Pichola in Udaipur. Built for Mewar’s prime minister Amar Chand Badwa, it now houses a museum spread across rooms and courtyards. Look for royal costumes, paintings, weapons, puppets and everyday objects, as well as the haveli’s mirror and glasswork. The evening Dharohar programme brings the courtyard to life with Rajasthani folk dance, music and puppetry. Come during the day for the displays, or plan your visit around the performance.
A Mewar mansion beside the lake
Bagore Ki Haveli stands at Gangaur Ghat on the edge of Lake Pichola. The 18th-century mansion was built by Amar Chand Badwa, a prime minister of Mewar. Its rooms and courtyards give a sense of the scale of a noble residence, with balconies, archways and decorative glass and mirrorwork among the details to look for.
The building is arranged around courtyards, and its rooms are now used to display objects connected with Mewar’s royal and domestic life. The haveli was restored by the West Zone Cultural Centre, which established a museum there.
What to look for in the museum
Displays include traditional clothing, turbans, paintings, puppets, weapons and objects once used in daily life. Among the smaller items are jewelry boxes, hand fans, copper vessels, hookahs and rose-water sprinklers. The collection also includes dice games and other household objects, offering a look at the material details of life in the haveli.
Look out for the Queen’s Chamber, with paintings associated with the Mewar period, and the display of the world’s largest turban. Other rooms present royal furnishings and costumes, while mirror and glass decoration gives parts of the interior a distinctive finish. The exhibits range from everyday objects to items associated with royal life.
The Dharohar evening programme
The haveli’s evening Dharohar programme combines Rajasthani folk dance, music and puppetry. Performances include dances such as Ghoomar and Kalbelia, with colourful traditional costumes and live music. A puppet performance is also part of the programme.
The show is held in the haveli courtyard and is a separate reason to plan your timing. Reports place the performance in the 7 to 8 PM slot, though schedules can differ. Check the current details before you go. Seats are limited in the compact courtyard, so booking ahead and arriving early can help you get a place with a clear view.
Making time for the visit
A daytime visit lets you move through the museum rooms and courtyards before the evening crowd gathers for the performance. If you are attending the show, allow time to collect or check your tickets and find a seat before it begins. The courtyard is open to the elements, so conditions can feel warm in hot weather.
Gangaur Ghat is right beside the haveli, with Lake Pichola views from the waterfront. You can combine the museum or performance with a walk along the ghat. The displays and the building are separate parts of the experience: allow time to explore the rooms even if the evening show is your main reason for coming.
FAQ
What can you see inside Bagore Ki Haveli?
The museum displays Mewar-era paintings, costumes, turbans, puppets, weapons and household objects. Look for the mirrorwork, the Queen’s Chamber and the world’s largest turban display.
Is there an evening show at Bagore Ki Haveli?
Yes. The Dharohar programme includes Rajasthani folk dance, music and puppetry. The supplied schedule places it around 7 to 8 PM, but check current timings before your visit.
Should I book the evening show in advance?
Advance booking is recommended, particularly during busy periods. Arrive early as the courtyard seating is compact.
How long should I spend at Bagore Ki Haveli?
Allow about 1 to 2 hours for the museum and, if you plan to attend, the evening performance.
