Udaipur is the “city of Lakes”, “Venice of East” is known by many such names given by its admirers. Udaipur city is one of the best tourist destinations of Rajasthan and the most preferred destination across the globe. The city is famous for its grand palaces, gleaming lakes, serene beauty of nature and Havelis that are the greatest examples of the rich and colorful past. The attractions of the city are Lake Palace, City Palace, Bagore ki Haveli, Lake Pichola, Lake Fatehsagar, Monsoon Palace and Jagmandir.
Overall Udaipur is simply one of the romantic Places to Visit in Rajasthan due to its scenic beauty. Hill side neighborhoods add to the charming atmosphere of the place and one can enjoy the most peaceful walks thru these old hills.
The eleven interesting facts about Lake City Udaipur areto experience Best Rajasthan Vacations:
The city is famous for several interconnected lakes like Lake Pichola and Lake Fatehsagar. The Lakes add charm to the city and help to replenish the groundwater reserves. Lake Pichola is interestingly a man made fresh water lake located in the heart of Udaipur, while Fatehsagar Lake is one of the most beautiful lakes of Rajasthan consisting three Islands with well maintained Public Park that can be reached by a mesmerizing boat ride.
The city houses Kumbhalgarh Fort which imposes the Asia’s second largest walls after the “Great wall of China”. It was built by Rana Kumbha and once belonged to rulers of Mewar. The best time to visit this fort is during monsoon to find the flourishing green Aravali ranges around the fort.
Udaipur consists the World’s second largest artificial lake which is Jaisamand Lake overlooking Massive dam constructed by Maharaj Jai Singh that led to the construction of the lake and is definitely not to be miss tourist spot in Udaipur.
The Jaisamand Lake is home to the seven islands some of which are still inhabited by the local tribal and the blue stretch water makes the view commendable. It also has a sanctuary located on the shoreline where spotting leopards, panthers and wild deer’s are quite common.
The World’s most romantic and beautiful heritage hotel run by the Taj group that is Lake Palace is a beautiful white marble structure situated on one of the islands of Lake Pichola and mesmerizes the visitors by its beautiful vista and lush gardens. It used to be a summer palace of Sisodia rulers and was also voted as the most romantic hotel in the world and in India. Get acquainted with the mystifying experience of the hotel which seems like a fairytale.
The City Palace overlooking Lake Pichola comprises many Palaces within its premises and also known as “Palace of Palaces”. The construction of the palace was done by several rulers which built palaces inside the palace. It is one of the most visited tourist attraction and is the largest palace in Rajasthan. It is surrounded by several other dazzling historic structures like Jag Mandir and monsoon palace. It is a not to miss out tourist spot if you are looking to explore Heritage of Rajasthan.
The city is home to various temples which refresh the mind and body and the most famous temples in the area is Eklingji Temple devoted to Lord Shiva built with marble and is surrounded by wonderfully uplifting atmosphere specially during prayer times and Sahastra-Bahu Temple meaning “Lord Vishnu with 1000 arms” and is made of two structures. The larger temple is said to be made by a mother-in-law and the smaller one by the daughter-in-law.
It is a great place to enjoy the nature’s beauty in Asligarh a district of Udaipur. The place is surrounded by lush greenery, hillside vegetations which tranquilize by its spectacular beauty.
Jagmandir located on the island of Lake Pichola was once the summer resort of Rajas and other important fact is that it served twice as refugee place to Mughal emperor Shah Jahan and his Wife Mumtaz Mahal when they were under threat. The chief Jag Mandir palace also incorporates the Gul Mahal which was the first structure built and was resided by Prince Shah Jahan.
The city serves as the prime attractions for the celebration of various festivals like Shilpgram Utsav celebrated with the main purpose to increase about rural life and crafts awareness among younger generation through workshops on arts, crafts, theatre and music. Yet another pageant is Gangaur festival, predominantly celebrated by woman wearing best of their clothes and jewelry to pray for the husband of their choice or the welfare of their husbands and Jagannath Rath Yatra where devotees pull Lord Jagannath’s chariot chanting “Hare Krishna” all the way completely immersed in devotion.
The city hosts the annual tribal fair where the people and the tribal across Rajasthan and nearby areas gather together and take part in the grandeur. Plan Rajasthan Trip for 3 Days and experience all the above.
