Udaipur's 'Ghost Palace': A Confluence of Mystery, Fear, and History

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Udaipur's 'Ghost Palace': A Confluence of Mystery, Fear, and History
- •Udaipur's 'Bhoot Mahal' (Ghost Palace) is hidden in narrow alleys, known for its chilling legends.
- •Current owner Surendra Mehta shared tales of a tantric who built a 9-story palace overnight after a challenge from the Maharana.
- •The Maharana was stunned by the palace's sudden appearance, which was allegedly built by ghosts.
- •Four stories of the palace were removed due to royal dignity, believed to be re-established in Mandal, Bhilwara.
- •The palace's unique, asymmetrical architecture and unclear origins contribute to its mysterious 'Bhoot Mahal' name.
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