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General Information
Location:115
km From Chittorgarh, Rajasthan
Attractions: Lake Palace, City Palace
Famous As: City Of Lakes
Best Time To Visit: October To April
The city was
founded in 1567 AD by Maharana Udai Singh on the advice of a
sage. Udaipur was last of the numerous Mewar capitals. It was in
Udaipur that legendary Maharana Pratap was born. He was obsessed
with Chittaur and the past glories of the Sisodia clan possessed
his mind. Maharana Pratap left Udaipur to win back Chittaur from
the Mughals. But he failed in his attempts and Udaipur remained
the capital of Mewar till India got her independence.The memory
of the failure of noble Pratap gives Udaipur its pervading mood
of nostalgic wistfulness.
RAJASTHAN
TRAIN TRAVEL
PALACE ON WHEELS
Ever wondered what luxury in the royal times was all about!
Welcome to Palace On Wheels, a luxury train that carries with it
an ambience of the Rajputana era and an exciting fairytale
journey, which takes the visitor to the imperial cities of
Rajasthan every single day. The coaches also carry out an image
of the Rajput states with beautiful interiors. Last but not the
least the "Royal Treat" for the passengers on board include
saloons, bar lounges & libraries in every coach as well as
restaurant and organized shopping facilites.
PRIME
ATTRACTIONS
Udaipur is known as the ' City of Lakes'. The two most
scenic and famous lakes of the city are Lake Pichola and Lake
Fateh Sagar.
Lake Pichola is surrounded by hills, palaces, temples, bathing
ghats and has two island palaces- Jag Niwas and Jag Mandir. Lake
Fateh sagar lies to north of Pichola and was built by Maharana
Jai Singh but it got the name of Fateh Singh who rebuilt its
dam. Both the lakes are breathtakingly beautiful and one can
take a cruise on their waters. The sunset over these lakes is a
sight to be cherished.
PALACES
City Palace: This majestic white royal building towers
itself on a hill and is surrounded by crenellated walls. The
palace stands along the shores of Pichola.
Lake Palace: This former summer residence of the royal
family has now been converted into a fabulous hotel.
GARDENS
Sahelion-Ki-Bari: On the shores of Fateh Sagar Lake was
built a garden for the 48 young girls waiting to be sent to the
royal house as part of dowry. This garden is laid with extensive
lawns, fountains and shady walking lanes. There are four pools
with dainty kiosks and fountains with elephant trunks for
spouts. These gardens appear discrete and impeccable in taste.
MUSEUMS
Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandal: This is a museum of folk arts,
which has rich collection of folk dresses, ornaments, puppets,
masks, dolls, folk musical instruments and paintings. World
famous puppeteers put shows here, on request in advance.
Pratap Memorial: Erected atop Modi Magri is this
equestrian bronze statue of the valiant hero, Maharana Pratap.
Sajjan Garh, Gulab Bagh, Dudh Talai Park, the Sunset point are
also the places to be seen.
TEMPLES
Jagdish Temple: Dedicated to Vishnu, this temple was
built in 1651 AD by Maharana Jagat Singh. |