Udaipur Travel, Rajasthan

Udaipur is once the kingdom of Mewar Rajputs.

About Udaipur :

The most romantic city on the Indian subcontinent, Udaipur is once the kingdom of Mewar Rajputs. Flanked by beautiful lakes, mountains, palaces, Udaipur city draws millions of tourists from across the globe. Maharana Udai Singh built this city in 1568. The temples and palaces located on the bank of the Lake Pichola add a surrealistic beauty to the city. Udaipur is a famous filming destination in Rajasthan, various Hollywood and Bollywood films are shot out in Udaipur. The best time period to visit this romantic city is in between September and March.

Travel Attractions at Udaipur:

Lake Palace: The Lake Palace made from white marble seems like a twinkling star. It is located in middle of the Lake Pichola on an island Jag Niwas. Maharana Jagat Singh II built this palace. Now it has been converted into a heritage palace and known as Taj Lake Palace.

City Palace: Located on the bank of the Lake Pichola, City Palace overlooks the blue waters of the Lake in one side and the Aravalli Mountains on the other. It is the most gorgeous palace in Udaipur. A total of 11 Mahal are located inside the palace. The interiors of the Mahal are decorated with mirror art works, carvings, paintings, and various antique decors. The City Palace houses a museum inside it.

Jag Mandir: Maharaja Karan Singh built this Jag Mandir. This island palace temple is located on the Jag island of Lake Pichola. The main attractions are the sculpture of elephants with beautiful cenotaphs. One has to take a boat ride to reach Jag Mandir.

Saheliyon -ki-Bari: Saheliyon Ki-Bari is a beautiful garden, it has fountains, lotus pool, marble pavilions, flower beds. This garden is considered best for a romantic walk in Udaipur.

Jagdish Temple: Jagdish Temple is a worth visiting site in Udaipur. The main deity worshipped at the temple is Lord Vishnu. The main attractions are charming frescoes and castling shikara.

Fateh Sagar: Fateh Sagar is an artificial lake created by Maharaja Fateh Singh. It is located in the heart of the Saheliyon Ki- Bari garden.

Excursions from Udaipur:

One can tour the following destinations from Udaipur as an excursion tour :

• Haldighati (40 kms from Udaipur and known for the famous Haldighati Battle fought here)
• Ahar Cenotaphs (an archeological site)

Dungarpur: Dungarpur is located on the hillocks of Aravalli hills and one of the renowned famous attractions in Rajasthan. It is 120 kms away from Udaipur, the lake city of Rajasthan. A Dungarpur visit always becomes fruitful as it houses forts and palaces, apart from these attractions; Dungarpur is also a wildlife spot in Rajasthan. The wild animals seen at Dungarpur are Jungle Cat, Indian Fox, Jackal, Black Faced Monkey, Hyena and common Mongoose. The birds found at Dungarpur are patridges, cuckoos, eagles, vultures, etc. The best time to plan a tour to Dungarpur Rajasthan is in between October and February. The major attractions of Dungarpur are Dungarpur Museum, Gaib Sagar Lake, Juna Mahal, Udai Bilas Palace, etc.