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History of Udaipur
Rana Udai Singh founded Udaipur after the fall of Chittor to Akbar in 1568. As the defeat meant losing his seat of power, Udai Singh II started looking for a place to re-establish his base.
The Legend
Jagdish Temple, Udaipur Tours
Legend has it that the king met a holy man meditating on the hill overlooking the beautiful Pichola Lake during one of his hunting expeditions. This hermit blessed the king and advised him to build a palace on the very spot, as it would be well protected. The king followed the advice and in course of time the beautiful city of Udaipur came into being near the Pichola Lake.
After the Reign of Maharana Udai Singh
Maharana Pratap Singh took over the reigns after the death of Udai Singh and tried his best to defend his city from all sorts of external aggression. The history of Udaipur is replete with some of the bloodiest battles in Indian history, the Haldighati battle between Maharana Pratap and the Mughals being of utmost historical importance. With the advent of the British, a treaty to protect Udaipur was signed between the ruler and the British. The history of Udaipur took another important turn when it was merged with the Indian Territory after independence.
Udaipur Shopping
If you visit Udaipur during your Rajasthan tour, remember that shopping in Udaipur is something you should never miss. A splash of colors welcomes you as you step into any of its markets. As you go around the shops, you will also notice the warmth and friendliness displayed by everything around you, which makes shopping in Udaipur a truly memorable experience.
Things You Can Buy in Udaipur
The markets of Udaipur are well known for their exquisite display of Pichwai paintings and contemporary works of art done by the local artists. Besides, you can also shop for marble handicrafts, carpets and ethnic jewelry. Not to forget the colorful toys that are displayed everywhere. In fact, you will be amazed to see the wide range of goods on display. Rest assured, your shopping experience in Udaipur will surely be one to remember for a lifetime.
The Places Where You Can Buy
Some of the famous bazaars in Udaipur include the Hathi Pol, Bada Bazaar, Chetak Circle and the Palace Road. The Shilpgram Crafts Village is another interesting place to visit and shop for souvenirs.
Udaipur Tourist Attraction
Besides the lakes, there are palaces, museums, temples and gardens, which are a feast to the eyes for the travelers in Udaipur. The major destinations that you can see when you travel to Udaipur include Lake Pichola, Fateh Sagar Lake, City Palace and Sahelion ki Bari. The deluxe hotels in Udaipur offer you world-class accommodation when you travel to Udaipur. Travelers arriving at Udaipur are sure to have a memorable stay in the romantic city of Udaipur.
The Sites You Should Not Miss in Udaipur!
City Palace
The gigantic City Palace in Udaipur in Rajasthan includes the courtyards, terraces, corridors, pavilions, rooms and hanging gardens. City Palace is a must see attraction for the tourists in Udaipur Rajasthan.
Lake Pichola
The picturesque lake inspired Maharaja Udai Singh to build Udaipur. Encircled by hills, temples, bathing ghats, palaces and embankments, Lake Pichola is a place worth seeing in Udaipur. The two noteworthy structures on the Lake Pichola include the two island palaces, Jag Mandir and Jag Niwas (Lake Palace).
Fateh Sagar Lake
This scenic lake faces several hills from the three sides and the Pratap Memorial on the fourth side. Nehru Park lies in the middle where the tourists can enjoy a boat ride while on an Udaipur Travel itinerary.
Jagdish Temple
Maharana Jagat Singh built the Jagdish Temple in 1651 A.D. This Indo-Aryan temple is the largest and the beautiful temple of Udaipur. The temple is a must-visit for all the tourists who travel to Udaipur.
Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandir
This Indian folk arts museum has an interesting collection having ornaments, puppets, masks, dolls, folk musical instruments, folk dresses, folk deities and paintings.
Saheliyon-ki-Bari
A garden of the maids of honour is a small garden made for the royal ladies contains numerous fountains including four delightful pools, chiseled kiosks and marble elephants.
How to Reach Udaipur
Air
The Dabok airport is located 21 km away from the city center and connects Udaipur to major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Calcutta, Jaipur and Jodhpur.
Rail
Udaipur falls on the Western Railway meter gauze network which connects Udaipur to a number of major cities in India. The station is at a distance of 4 km away from the city center and has direct trains Delhi, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Jodhpur and Chittor.
Road
Udaipur is falls on National Highway no. 8, which is the major road link between Delhi and Mumbai. A number of private and government buses connect Udaipur to places like Delhi, Agra, Ahmedabad and a number of cities in Rajasthan. There are also taxis, auto-rickshaws and bicycles on hire that are easily available.
Udaipur At a Glance
Location: Located at southern part of Rajasthan in north India at a distance of 405 km from Jaipur and 266 km from Jodhpur.
Climate: Typical desert climate with hot and humid summer. During summer the temperature may rise up to 40°C and in winters it falls till 11°C.
Major Tourist Attraction: The City Palace, The Lake Palace, Ahar, Krishna Vilas, Lake Fateh Sagar, Sajjan Niwas and Gulab Bagh, Machchalaya Magra, Doodh Talai, Jag Mandir, and the Bharatiya Lok Kala Museum.
Nearby Tourist Destinations: Kumbhalgarh Fort, Chittorgarh, Haldighati, Ranakpur, Sajjangarh, Ghanerao, Eklingji Temple, Nathdwara, Kankroli, Haldighati, Rishabhdeo, Dungarpur.
Best Buys: Miniature Painting, Silver Jewellery, Potteries, Stone Carved Items, Puppets.
Best Shopping Areas: Hathi Pol, Bada Bazaar, Chetak Circle, Bada Bazaar and Palace Road, Shilpgram Crafts Village.
Famous For: Lake Palace, Boat Ride in Lake Pichola, Lakes and Shopping.
Best Time To Visit: October – March |
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