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Udaipur is one of the historical and culturally rich cities in Western India, it was the capital of the famous Mewar kingdom founded by Maharana Uday Singh second in 1559. This royal city is one of the most popular holiday destinations not only in Rajasthan but in the country as well. It is popularly known as 'City of Lakes' and also popularly known as the 'Venice of the East.
Lake Pichola is one of the largest and oldest lakes of Udaipur city, built by Pichhu Banjara in the reign of Maharana Lakha in 1362 AD. It covered the areas of 3 miles in length and 2 miles in width and a height of 30 feet. Numbers of tourists visit to enjoy the beauty of it with the background of lush green hills and many royal palaces on its bank make this lake more lovely looking.
On the eastern side of the bank, the royal City Palace resides and the northeast corner is surrounded by Mohan Mandir. Tourists can enjoy here boat riding the local people do enjoy bathing as well in bathing ghats. Boat riding in the dawn is a stunning view of the sunset, the whole lake is touched by sunlight and makes a perfect view to praise.
One of the best places to visit in Uaipur, City Palace is known as the largest royal complex in Rajasthan located on the eastern side of Lake Pichola. This royal palace was built by Maharana Uday Singh and it was the palace from where the ruling dynasty controlled the entire administration.
This palace is filled with various mahals, courtyards, pavilions, corridors, terraces, rooms and hanging gardens. This palace gives you a glimpse of royal life and contemporary culture and living. A museum illuminates the royal history and culture. This marvellous palace is an amalgamation of the architecture of medieval, European as well as Chinese reflected through the creation of domes, arches and towers and surrounded by a green lush garden.
Rajasthan is known for its history and royal lifestyle which is reflected through these royal places and the city palace is the most shining jewel of it. Travellers do enjoy visiting to get the idea of contemporary royal life and culture. Tourists can visit here any day between 09:30 am to 05:30 pm after paying the entry fee of Rs. 300, it is a well worth palace to visit in Udaipur which should be on your list.
Jagdish Temple is a grand shrine spotted in City Palace, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It is a majestic architecture; its gateway is clearly shown from the Bara Pol of the City Palace. This temple is fully decorated with various beautiful carvings, statues and spiritual vibes which make you feel calm.
The main shrine in this temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Vishnu's four-armed statue is been spotted here and this shrine is encircled by four smaller shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva, Lord Ganesha, Goddess Shakti and Sun God. Its calm and peaceful environment is the perfect way to start or end your memorable journey.
Shilp Gram is located in the Havala village, approximately 3 kilometres away in the west direction of Udaipur city, initiated by late Indian Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi in 1989. This ethnographic museum is credited to preserve the culture and heritage of not only Rajasthan but of the entire West Zone.
It is considered a great effort to promote and sustain the lifestyle, art and culture of rural, tribal and suburban parts of western India. Travellers especially history lovers and those people who try to know the other culture can surely visit here, this place presents you the western Indian culture to its very pure and natural form which gives you the contemporary custom and belief of local people.
Gulab Bagh and Zoo is a garden and as its name state is a garden enriched with a variety of roses which makes this location full of sweet fragrance and after a small walk there is a zoo constructed here within the garden which is the house of very few animal species including wide-eyed owls and other animals.
You can visit the zoo area through toy train which is available to kids and adults. Within the boundary of the garden, the artificial lake is found named Kamal Talai along with the religious place called Navlakha Mahal.
Fateh Sagar Lake is located in the northwest direction of Udaipur and is named after Maharana Fateh Singh of Mewar, built-in 1687 and it is the second-largest lake of the Udaipur City.
Among the best places to visit in Udaipur, Fath Sagar Lake has spread in the area of one kilometre and is divided into three detached islands, the largest island called Nehru Park, it provides a boat-shaped restaurant and a small zoo and is also known as one of the most popular picnic spots in Udaipur and the other island has a public park and the third one comprises the best solar observing site in Asia.
This lake is one of those places where the sunset looks more stunning and presents a beautiful landscape. Tourists can enjoy here boating as well, every year number of travellers visit this location to make their holiday more memorable.
The Winter season in Udaipur marks from November to February and the Udaipur temperature ranges between 11 degrees Celsius to 28 degrees Celsius the Udaipur weather in this season is very comfortable and cooler than the summer season Rajasthan is a tropical state but, in this season, the atmosphere is more pleasant. This is the best season to visit and is recognised as the peak season of Udaipur.
This season is perfectly suited for sightseeing and visiting the cultural, heritage and historical sites such as City Palace, Sajjangarh Fort, Lake Pichola, Lake Fateh Sagar, Kumbhalgarh Fort and the exploration of Shilp Gram makes its special place among tourists. It is a season to know and explore the royalty and luxury lifestyles of the royal family. As mentioned, it is the peak season hence, travellers are suggested to book their travel and accommodation in advance to avoid the rush.
Summer Season here stays from March to June and Udaipur temperature fluctuates between 28 degrees Celsius to 38 degrees Celsius and sometimes also reaches 40 degrees Celsius and the Udaipur weather can be unbearable and unpleasant, tropical heat of Udaipur in this season make your visit uncomfortable but evening gives relief atmosphere.
But simultaneously it is the season in Udaipur of many festivals such as one of the most popular Mewar festival celebrated amid spring and summer, with the joy of music and dance. Travellers can witness this festival and also engage the services of their hotel and resorts and in this season friendly discounts are available to tourists on accommodations.
Spring Season in Udaipur can be marked from July to October and Udaipur temperature in this season rise to 35 degrees Celsius and drops to 25 degrees Celsius and Udaipur weather is a little humid but quite relaxing as compared to the summer season. However, it is also a season to visit Udaipur due to its pleasant and breezy climate.
Travellers can visit various locations in this season such as Monsoon Palace, City Palace, Bagore ki Haveli, Lake Pichola and Raas Leela and enjoy the activities like boat rides, rooftop meals, palace tours, long strolls by the lake and festival celebrations. This season presents Udaipur with very fresh and natural beauty along with a comfortable climate. It is not a peak season but tourists do visit in this season in Udaipur so tourists are suggested to have a booking to grab a great deal on accommodations and travel.
How to Reach Udaipur by Air- Udaipur Airport also known as Maharana Pratap Airport or Dabok Airport which is approximately 20 kilometres away from City Centre, is well connected to other major cities of the country like New Delhi, Mumbai and Jaipur. And the airlines such as Air India, Spice Jet and Jet Airways operate daily flights to Udaipur. Once reaching the airport tourists can hire a taxi or cab to reach their destination.
How to Reach Udaipur by Train- Udaipur Railway Station is located in the main city and well connected to other prime cities like Delhi, Jaipur, Kolkata and Mumbai. And numbers of trains travel to Udaipur on regular basis from these cities such as Mewar Express, Ananya Express, Chetak Express and Gwalior-Udaipur Express. From outside the railway station the taxi, bus or cab services are available for tourists to for further journey.
How to Reach Udaipur by Road- Udaipur is well versed connected with other cities via road networks as well. Tourists can visit Udaipur by bus service from various cities such as Delhi, Jaipur, Indore and Kota and several luxuries, non-luxury buses are available for tourists as per their requirements.
Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation does provide bus service for Udaipur from many cities like Chittorgarh which is approximately 115 kilometres away, Jodhpur which is 260 kilometres away and Bhilwara which is 166 kilometres away. Mumbai and Delhi both share an equal distance of 760 kilometres from Udaipur which takes around 11 to 12 hours drive and is connected through NH-8.
Travel experience becomes more convenient when your choice of stay is good here are some options of 5-star accommodations.
Trident Udaipur is located in the main city and its architectural and cultural heritage can be reflected through rooms and suites. It gives you the services of personal safe, high-speed internet, in-room coffee making machines, and a modern entertainment system with other amenities as well and known for its friendly staff.
The Oberoi Udaivilas Udaipur is quite a space and built-in modern architecture gives you the services of internet, electronic safe, satellite TV, and also provides you with the other basic services and Udaivilas reflects the amalgamation of Mughal and Mewar architecture with a modern touch.
That’s it for now on this travel journey! Feel free to comment below if you have any doubts.
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