How Royals Lived - India’s Unheard Stories

India is a land of ancient kingdoms and empires, where grandeur was a way of life and architecture was storytelling carved in stone. To walk through India’s royal palaces today is to enter a world of unmatched opulence - echoing with untold stories of emperors, queens, battles, love, and legacy.

Yet many of these stories remain unheard. At Wanderers Day, we believe in bringing those narratives to life through curated journeys that let you not just visit these palaces - but live in them, feel them, and understand the royal way of life from centuries past.

A Country Built on Royal Grandeur

India has over 500 princely states in its history, and each has left behind its own architectural wonder. These aren’t just tourist spots - they are living legacies. In Rajasthan alone, you’ll find palaces where marble flows like water, where chandeliers outshine the stars, and where art and architecture fuse in the most exquisite ways.

From Mughal domes to Rajput fortresses, every palace tells a different story - not just about wealth, but about the vision and soul of a bygone era.

Udaipur: The Venice of the East

Perhaps the most romantic of India’s royal cities is Udaipur. The city is surrounded by lakes, and in the middle of Lake Pichola floats the Lake Palace - a marble masterpiece built in the 18th century. Today, it operates as a heritage hotel where you can dine under the moon, enjoy spa rituals once reserved for kings, and wake up to a view once reserved for royals.

Udaipur is where architecture meets poetry - and where you become part of the verse.

Jaipur & the City of Palaces

Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, is also known as the “Pink City.” Here, opulence is everywhere - in the rose-colored facades of City Palace, the shimmering mirrors of Sheesh Mahal, and the finely carved gates of Hawa Mahal.

Many palaces in Jaipur are open to visitors or function as luxury stays. Imagine sleeping in rooms once occupied by Maharajas, walking through courtyards where royal processions once marched, and dining in halls filled with crystal, silk, and history.

Mysore: Southern India’s Regal Treasure

Mysore Palace is perhaps the most underrated jewel in India’s royal crown. Located in Karnataka, this Indo-Saracenic marvel is a riot of stained glass, ivory doors, and intricately painted ceilings. The palace glows at night with over 90,000 lights - a display that rivals the stars above.

This is where royalty lived with purpose, grace, and splendor. And today, you can too.

Palaces That Let You Stay

One of the most magical aspects of Indian travel is the chance to stay in palaces. Many have been transformed into heritage hotels by families who still preserve their ancestral homes. At Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur, you’ll dine in royal banquet halls and explore private art collections. At Samode Palace, you’ll wake up to frescoes painted by 19th-century artisans.

These are not ordinary hotels. These are windows to history - draped in velvet and gold.

Step Into Royalty with Wanderers Day

At Wanderers Day, our India journeys go beyond sightseeing. We pair you with local historians, storytellers, and cultural insiders. You’ll uncover royal secrets, join traditional music evenings, try dishes once exclusive to royal courts, and even dress like nobility for an evening gala.

India’s grandeur isn’t just something to see - it’s something to become part of.