Omkareshwar Palace (Raja Mandhata Palace)
राजमहल ओंकारेश्वर
A former royal palace built on the riverbank next to the main temple, whose colorful facade is the classic backdrop for photos of the temple taken from the suspension bridge and the river.
Raja Mandhata Palace was the residence of the local royal family (the Pawar family) who looked after the Omkareshwar temple. It stands on the cliffside west of the main temple, and its multi-storey riverside facade and the temple together form the town's most classic view. Parts of the palace remain privately owned, so visitors can usually only view the exterior, and interior access depends on local conditions. The best viewpoints are from the suspension bridge and from the river by boat, and the evening light is best.
Opening hours
Exterior open all day; interior access varies, check on site
Nearby sights
- Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga
- Narmada Ghats & Boat Ride
- Mandhata Island Parikrama
- Mamleshwar Temple
- Gauri Somnath Temple
- Siddhanath Temple
- Statue of Oneness (Ekatma Dham)
- Omkareshwar Dam