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Stretching over an area of around 37 sq kms, Udaipur
was made the capital of the Mewar kingdom (Sisodia
dynasty) soon after it was founded by Maharana Udai
Singh in 1559 AD. Udaipur or the ‘City of Dawn’ is
hugely unlike the other barren places of Rajasthan.
Its location in the midst of forested hills makes it
look like an oasis in the desert region. The history
and legends associated with the land as well as it
breathtaking scenic beauty makes Udaipur one of the
most sought after destination in the state of
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No matter what interests the tourists, Udaipur makes
sure that its guests do not go back disappointed and
dejected. It has so many attractions in store that
tourists invariably find one or the other place or
activity which suits their taste and budget. The hues
and colours of the city is completely delightful and a
tourist visiting this city cannot help marvelling at
its wonderous beauty.
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Attractions
Lake Pichola -
Lake Pichola is the most important attraction in the city
of Dawn not only because of its excellent beauty, but also
because it has a historical significance attached to it.
It was this lake that prompted Maharana Udai Singh to
shift his age old capital from Chittorgarh which was
situated atop a hill. The lake got its name from the
little village that inhabited its bank in those times.
Occupying an area of 1.5 sq kms, this lake shimmers when
the beaming sunrays touch the water body. Its beauty at
any point of time is simply awe inspiring. With the
Aravali hills enhancing its beauty, the lake offers its
visitors numerous bathing ghats, shrines and palaces which
are located not only around the lake, but also in the
middle of it. These palaces and shrines contribute to
increase the spectacular image of the lake. The lake can
be best enjoyed by taking a boat cruise.
City Palace
- The most famous attraction around lake Pichola is the
City Palace. The City Palace dominates the Lake Pichola
and was built by Maharana Udai Singh. Entrance to this
gorgeous palace is through many gates, though the most
famous of all is the Hati Pol or the Elephant Gate.
Within its premises, the palace houses various other
arches, courtyards, overlapping pavilions, terraces,
corridors and hanging gardens. The interiors of the
palace is richly carved with mirror work, glass work and
colourful murals. Outside the palace, the colourful
lawns add to the beauty and colour of this splendid
palace. This white marble palace, because of its
exquisite beauty has attracted numerous tourists from
not only India but also from abroad.
Lake Palace - Right in the
middle of the lake Pichola stands the Lake Palace. A
beautiful white marble structure, this palace seems to
emerge from the pure water of the lake. Built by
Maharana Jagat Singh in the year 1754, the island is
situated on the rocky island of founded and named by the
same Maharana. The beauty of the palace, as it appears
during the day or moon lit night is unparalleled. The
palace has now been converted into a heritage hotel
where the tourists receive a royal treatment while on
their trip ti the magnificent city of Udaipur.
Bhartiya Lok Kala Museum
- A visit to this
museum is a must for all those tourists who wish to know
more about the history and culture of Rajasthan on the
whole. Established by Padmashree Devilal Samar in the year
1952, the museum is a storehouse of dresses, dolls, masks,
musical instruments, paintings and the famous puppets of
Rajasthan. This museum provides a deep insight into the life
and culture of the native people.
Gulab Bagh
- Considered by many as
the best garden in India, Gulab bagh offers its visitors a
colourful spectacle to adore. Laid down on the orders of
Maharana Sajjan Singh in the 18th century, the garden
encloses within its boundary, a library and a zoo. The
former is a repository of valuable handwritten manuscript
while the latter provides a home to animals like tigers,
leopards and chinkara. To sum up in a word, a visit to this
garden is simply unforgettable.
Reaching
There :
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By Air
- Dabok Airport is the
nearest airport which is 24 kms away from Udaipur. Flights
from this airport connect to all major cities like New
Delhi, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Ahmedabad, Aurangabad and Mumbai.
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By Rail
- Railways connect
Udaipur to and from Chittrogarh, Ajmer, Jaipur and Delhi.
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By Road
- Frequent bus services
are available to take tourists to and from Udaipur. The
cities connected to Udaipur by road include Ahmedabad, Ajmer,
Delhi, Jaipur ,Chittrogarh, Indore, Kota, Mount Abu and
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