The Venice of the East, Udaipur is often referred as the ‘City of Lakes’. This beautiful city of Rajasthan has always managed to spellbind people with its irresistible charm. Renowned for its splendid lakes, majestic palaces, grand havelis, beautiful gardens and museums, Udaipur is an exotic destination. Showcasing a rich cultural and historical heritage, Udaipur has also emerged as a popular wedding destination.
The historic forts and palaces of Udaipur are a stunning architectural marvel. One of the largest palaces in Rajasthan is the City Palace built on the banks of Lake Pichola. The Palace is a perfect blend of Medieval, European and Chinese style of architecture, offering eye-catching views of Lake Pichola and the surrounding city. The granite and white marble edifice comprises palaces, courtyards, pavilions, corridors, terraces, hanging gardens and a museum displaying royal artefacts.
Another popular attraction here is the Jag Mandir, also known as the ‘Lake Garden palace’. The palace once served as a summer resort to the royal family. The palace has marble statues and spacious courtyards, which are a major crowd puller. One must catch the spectacular views of its surroundings during sunset.
The presence of many natural and man-made lakes brings uniqueness to Udaipur. One of the popular lakes here is the Lake Pichola, which overwhelms the sense with its serene beauty. It is surrounded by palaces, temples, bathing ghats, gardens and hills. The lake is celebrated for its boat rides during sunset offering breathtaking views of the surroundings.
Fateh Sagar Lake is another picturesque lake notable for its small islands; one is the Nehru Island, a popular picnic spot, and the other one houses popular Udaipur Solar Observatory. Other illustrious lakes in Udaipur are Udai Sagar Lake, Doodh Talai Lake and Jaisamand Lake.
Saheliyon ki Bari or ‘Courtyard of the Maidens’, housing a small museum, fountains, kiosks, a lotus pool, marble artefacts and pavilions, is another major attraction. Apart from these attractions, Udaipur’s various colourful fairs and festivals like Mewar festival, Shilpgram fair make it a desirable place for tourists.?
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