Udaipur

The City of lakes, Udaipur is located in the hilly region of the Aravalli Ranges. It is one of the fascinating cities of world and therefore crowned with the title of 'Venice of East'. The city was founded by Maharana Udai Singh - II in 1568 AD. It is well known for its lovely lakes, excellent and splendid palaces, forts, gardens, temples, mountains, gardens, mansions. Thousands of tourists flock to this romantic city every year to enjoy the beauty of this 'oasis in the desert'.

Getting There

By Air : Dabok Airport is 24 km. from Udaipur city.

By Road : Udaipur is well connected with various destinations like Ajmer, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Delhi, Chittrogarh, Kota.

By Rail : Udaipur is connected to and from Chittorgarh, Ajmer, Jaipur and Delhi.

Related Accommodations

Udaipur has no paucity of hotels and there are places to suit all tastes and pockets, from less expansive budget hotel to incredible palaces. Visitors can remember for life long the traditional Mewari hospitality that they receive here.

Did You Know?

• The city of Thanjavur was once the stronghold of the historic Chola dynasty.
• Thanjavur is one of the major political, literary and religious centres of southern India.
• Thanjavur is famous all across the globe for its Tanjore paintings.

Attractions

Dilwara Jain Temple

It is one of the most beautiful and admirable temples in the world. Two temples in the complex, Vimal Vasahi and Tejpal Temple, are excellent and impressive. Visitors are fascinated by the alluring intricate minute carving on the marble which are simple gorgeous.

Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandir

The musuem exhibits collection of folk dresses, puppets, ornaments, dolls, masks, folk musical instruments, folk deities and paintings. Museum also runs short courses in puppet making and theatre. Regular 15 minute puppet shows are held daily in this musuem which will really make the kids excited.

Sahelion Ki Bari

This small ornamental garden is appreciated for its well maintained lotus pool, marble elephants and beautiful imported fountains. The Sahelion ki Bari, or Garden of the Maids of Honour is near the city and was meant for the royal household ladies to spend leisure time. It was developed in the early eighteenth century. Visitors are delighted by the musical fountain that was brought from England.

City Palace

This huge City Palace is the largest palace complex in Rajasthan and standing near the Pichola Lake. The palace is surmounted by balconies, towers and cupolas the magical views of the lake and the city can be observed from the upper terraces of the palace. Visitors can enter to the palace from the Hati Pol, the Elephant gate, then by crossing the Bari Pol or the Big gate, one can reach the Tripolia or the Triple gate is the main ticket office . There are several rooms in the renowned City Palace called as 'Mahals'. Paintings, artistic glass mirro work, antique furniture and elegant tiles are just incomparable and unmatched.

Travel Facts

Area 37 sq km
Population 307,000 (approx.)
Climate Moderate
Languages English, Hindi, Mewari
Best Time to Visit September - March
Excursion Kumbhalgarh (84km), Eklingji and Nagda(20km), Nathdwara(48 km), Ranakpur(90 Km)

Must Try Out

Shopping

Udaipur is one of the best places to buy miniature paintings and beautiful images of god, and goddesses, Theyu mage great gifts for friends back home. Other things to buy from the Udaipur include jewellery, carpets, fabrics and wall hangings. There are numerous shops on Lake Palace road, near the Rang Niwas Palace Hotel.

Cuisine

In Udaipur visitors must try chilli mutton curries, dried mango and sangri beans. Vegetarians must go for lentil curries, purees, yoghurt soups, deepfried breads and chilli fritters.