Udaipur Travel Guide,Udaipur City Travel Guide,Udaipur Travel Attraction

History
Udaipur is known as the city of lakes and is also one of the most romantic cities in Rajasthan. Udaipur, the city of dawn was founded in 1559 AD by Maharana Udai Singh. It is a lovely land around the azure water lakes with a fascinating blend of sights, sounds and experiences. Its kaleidoscope of splendid palaces, lakes, temples, gardens and narrow lanes carry the flavor of a heroic past epitomizing valor and chivalry.

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Places of interest
City Palace : Erected by Maharaja Udai Singh, the elegant City Palace is a marvel in marble, situated on the banks of Lake Pichola. Explore the majestic architectural marvel that houses many courtyards, pavilions, terraces, corridors, rooms and hanging gardens. The main entrance is through the triple arched gate with eight marble porticos. The 'Mor Chowk' reputed for its exquisite peacock mosaics in glass and the 'Chini Chitrashala' noted for its blue and white ceramics are other attraction in the palace.

Fateh Sagar : Fateh sagar is a man-made lake built by Maharana Jai Singh in 1678 to the north of Lake Pichola. Spend some time around this beautiful lake that is overlooked by a number of hills on the three sides and the Pratap Memorial on the north. Enjoy a boat cruise as you approach the Nehru Park, which is a lovely garden island located in the middle of the lake.

Lake Pichola : Maharana Udai Singh II significantly inflated the gorgeous Lake Pichola as a security measure, when he founded Udaipur. Hills, palaces, temples, bathing ghats and embankments surround the picturesque lake. Two island palaces, Jag Mandir and Jag Niwas (Lake Palaces) on the lake are breathtaking magnificence. South of the palace, a pleasant garden runs along the lakeshore. Enjoy a boat cruise, which leave regularly from the City Palace jetty.



	City Palace
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Saheliyon-ki-bari : (Garden of the maids of honor)
On the shores of Fateh Sagar Lake, a lovely garden was built for the 48 maidens destined to be a part of the dowry of the princess. This small ornamental garden was a popular relaxing spot where royal ladies came for a stroll and hence the name came into existence. It has many fountains, chiseled kiosks and marble elephants that are sure to leave you spellbound.

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Excursions
Eklingji : Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the beautifully sculpted temple complex dates back to ancient time. It houses 108 temples within its high walls. The walled complex also encloses an elaborately pillared hall or 'mandap' under a large pyramidal roof and has four-faced image of lord Shiva in black marble that makes it a distinct place to visit and offer prayers.

Jaisamand Lake & Wildlife Sanctuary : Have a time of your life on this stunningly beautiful lake that is the second largest in Asia. Graceful marble chattris that flank the embankment and beautiful summer palaces built on the either side of the lake multiply its beauty in manifolds.

Jaisamand Sanctuary is situated 50 kms south of Udaipur the picturesque city of lakes verdant valleys and hills. A trip to Jaisamand Wildlife Sanctuary allows a close encounter with the rich wildlife that includes panther, wild boar, beer, four-horned antelope, mongoose and countless species of migratory birds.

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