Udaipur – the beautiful lake city and an oasis in the desert also known as Venice of East. The city of beautiful and magical lakes is linked with a large number of ghats. It is also popular as a paradise for architectural lovers. It is one of the popular gateways in India. | Udaipur – The Romantic land of beautiful Palaces and Lakes |
Udaipur is also known as the City of Romance. Boat rides in Lake Pichola are the best thing to have a ride on the water. Further, it is a must visit when you are about to explore the Jag Mandir Palace and Jag Niwas Palace. It is the capital city of the state of Mewar and also known as the center of performing artists and crafts. It is renowned for it miniature paintings.
Udaipur – The Romantic land of beautiful Palaces and Lakes
City Palace
City Palace is the heart of Udaipur. It shows the architecture of Medieval, European and Chinese design which was built by Maharana Udai Singh. It is situated in the East bank of Pichola Lake. The rooms of the palaces are decorated with mirror tiles and beautiful paintings. It is converted into a museum showcasing ancient weapons, clothes, furniture, etc. with the fusion of the Rajasthani and Mughal Architecture.
It also includes the Palace of Pearls and the Palace of Mirrors. The balconies and towers of the Palace give a wonderful view of Lake. The hilltop gives the panoramic view of the city. The famous Mewar light and sound show is must watch.
Lake Palace
It is originally called Jag Niwas Palace. This beautiful palace was built on Lake Pichola. It is with the backdrop of Aravali hills which is served as Summer Palace as in the old times’ kings used to have parties there. It is one of the most romantic places in Rajasthan.
The architecture and design of the Palace are sculptured with beautiful marbles and designed tiles. The gardens, fountains and the pillared terraces are very beautiful to see.
Bagore Ki Haveli
Bagore Ki Haveli is a peaceful and beautiful palace. It is situated near Gangori Ghat near Pichola Lake. Further, it is having 138 rooms with the display of beautiful traditional costumes, culture and modern design and art. The main attraction is the puppet room having hundreds of variety of puppets.
In the evening, the haveli lightens and stages have traditional dance and music performances of Rajasthan. Haveli looks marvellous when glows in the dark night. It is the ideal place to enjoy the view of Lake Pichola. Dance and music shows are a must watch in the evening. Bagore Ki Haveli Museum is also a good place to see the ancient things.
Saheliyon Ki Bari
Saheliyon Ki Bari is also popular as Courtyard of Maidens. It was built in 1710 to add up to the beauty of Udaipur. Its beautiful gardens with amidst greenery, a huge pond with beautiful lotus, elephant-shaped fountains makes one feel the nature. The distinct sound of water flowing and mingling of birds are very peaceful to hear.
Lake Pichola
Lake Pichola is a man made lake with two beautiful islands – Jag Mandir and Jag Niwas. Its name Pichola came from the neighboring Pichola village. It is famous as one of the most romantic places in the world. It is surrounded by many ghats and temples. And also there are numerous palaces on all sides of Lake Pichola. Boat rides to the famous islands by having a breathtaking view of Lake and Palaces are very amazing to see.
Fatehsagar Lake
Fatehsagar Lake gives a spectacular and serene landscape depreciating and showing tourists one of the beautiful creation of this heavenly nature. Near Fatehsagar Lake, there is a huge memorial of Maharana Pratap Singh with his horse, Chetak. And it is situated in Moti Nagri near Fatehsagar Lake.
Fatehsagar Lake is connected to Lake Pichola by a huge canal to provide water to the whole city of Udaipur. Boat rides are available to have some good time exploring the beautiful lake for both locals as well as tourists. The hilarious beauty of lake bordered by hills is very amazing to see. It also stands in the Udaipur Solar Observatory.
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Haldighati – Thermopile of Mewar
Haldighati is near the mountain pass of the hills of Aravali Range. It is one of the historical places of Mewar. Haldighati name is due to its reddish-yellow colored soil in the region due to a famous battle between Rana Pratap Singh of Mewar and Rana Man Singh of Amber. The color of the soil is due to the blood of the armies after the battle. It is world famous for its charity rose products and the mud art.
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