Udaipur: City of Lakes

Udaipur is a very popular tourist destination and is very well known for its history, culture, scenic locations, and the royal architecture.The city covers an area of 37 Square km and lies at an altitude of 1,962 ft. It is located in the southern region of Rajasthan and is filled with scenic, beautiful lakes and hence gets its name "The City of Lakes".  Its architecture, grandeur and royal treatment to tourists makes it one of the best tourist destinations in India.

Places to visit in Udaipur

Udaipur is full of beauty, grandeur, and royalty. It is one of the most romantic places in India and there are many places to see in Udaipur. It is a perfect conglomeration of culture, history, and traditions and the gorgeous city. "Udaipur is a wonderful honeymoon destination". Tourism in Udaipur has been bustling for many years due to its beauty and architectural grandeur.

City Palace:

City Palace Udaipur is amongst the top places to visit in Udaipur. It consists of several buildings, towers and is well recognized as a Palace Complex. City Palace has many of features that attract tourists like the crystal gallery, the vintage car museum, Maharani Palace and the view of Lake Pichola. Visitors can also enjoy the Mewar Light and Sound Show organized in the evening.

Lake Pichola

The gorgeous Lake Pichola is like another vital identity of Udaipur. It is a man-made lake and is 4 Km long. It is believed to be one of the most beautiful lakes.Visitors to Udaipur should definitely take a boat ride on Lake Pichola.  The lake has two very famous islands namely Jagniwas and Jagmandir. "At Jagniwas Island, visitors can witness the Taj Lake Palace", whereas, on "Jagmandir Island, they can visit the popular Jag Mandir".

Built on Lake Pichola, Lake Palace in Udaipur is one of the most visited places and is looked after by the Taj group.  It is now known as Taj Lake Palace. Considered as one of the most romantic places in Rajasthan, Taj Lake has the beautiful Aravalli Ranges in its background. Built by Maharaja Jagat Singh II, Lake Palace is an example of unique architecture that comprises gold moldings and sculpted marbles.

Jagdish Temple

An Indo-Aryan Temple built by Maharana Jagat Singh, this temple is located near the Badi Pol entrance of the City Palace.There are many small shrines other than the main temple. A large number of devotees gather up at the temple, especially to witness the Aarti that takes place every day.

Lake Fatehsagar

Fatehsagar Lake is situated in the north of Lake Pichola. "One of the major tourist attractions in Udaipur", a boat ride on Lake Fatehsagar is a must-do activity for visitors. Nehru Park is the most famous among the three islands that the lake houses.  The Nehru Park also comprises of a zoo making it an ideal place for family outings.

Saheliyon Ki Bari

It is also known as ‘The Garden of the Maidens’ it is situated in the northern part of the city. Saheliyon ki Bari was one of those places where the maids could enjoy, sing, dance and indulge in rejoice. The garden is decorated with fountains a beautiful lotus pool.

What to do in Udaipur

Short Helicopter Joyride in Udaipur: You can get picked up from your hotel and start your ride from the airport. Enjoy the thirty-minute ride in a well-equipped helicopter to get an enlarged view of Udaipur. It is an amazing experience to see the incredible city.

Trekking: You can start the trek early in the morning from Morvanya village and hike through the scenic landscapes across the region. It is a 10 Km trekking trail in Udaipur and you will get to see diverse flora and fauna along the way.

Walking tour in the city: On this tour, you'll get to witness Udaipur’s ancient glory and cultural history.  marvelous steps of the Gangaur Ghat on the banks of Lake Pichola, the greatness of the restored royal architectural beauties are some of the attractive features of this tour. You can explore the markets, interact with the locals & goldsmiths.

Heritage walk:  Walking through the lanes of Udaipur, visitors can easily witness its royal past. Forts, palaces, gardens and the lakes in this city showcase its beauty making it one of the cultural capitals of India. You can interact with the locals, and learn more about its history, enjoy shopping in the local markets.

Cycling in Udaipur city:  Start with a cycle ride through the back streets of the old city and get an introduction to the City of Lakes, Palaces, Forts, Gardens, and Temples. You will be dropped at your hotel at the end of the cycling tour.

Visit forts of Udaipur:  There are many forts in the city that attract everyone's attention due to their architectural perfection. Some of them are:

• City palace
• Kumbhalgarh Fort
• Sajjan Garh fort also was known as Monsoon Fort

Best time to visit Udaipur

Months from September to March make the ideal time to visit Udaipur. If you want to enjoy the city in its full glory, best time to visit Udaipur would be during the winters.

Weather in Udaipur

Udaipur observes summers during Mid-March-June, Monsoons during July-September and winters during October-March.

⦁Summer: During the summer season, the temperature in Udaipur ranges between 28.8 and 38.3 degree   Celsius. Under such high temperature, it is not preferable to visit this city. In the bright Sun of summers, one cannot enjoy the landscape of Udaipur.

⦁Monsoon: Udaipur has a tropical climate due to its location in the desert area. The arrival of Monsoon brings a sense of relief after the scorching summers. The city receives a meager amount of rainfall, approximately around 637 mm, which makes the place very humid.

⦁Winter: In winters, the temperature touches maximum of 28.3 degree Celsius and minimum of 11.6 degree Celsius. In such conditions, Udaipur experiences a pleasant climate in winters.

Source: IndiTrip

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