UdaipurTravel

Travel tours to the city of lakes, Udaipur in Rajasthan, North India can prove to be one of your most exciting travel tours to the North Indian cities. Udaipur with its plethora of tourist attractions and a wide variety of tourist destinations offers you a mystifying blend of desert charm and crystal clear water bodies. The city of Udaipur is located on the Aravalli ranges that form a perfect backdrop for the crystal clear waters of the picturesque lakes and the ancient buildings that dot the entire length and breadth of Udaipur, Rajasthan, North India.

Udaipur, the city of the Suryavansi Rajputs, hidden amongst the hills that encompass the great Pichola Lake -- has been called the 'Venice of the East'. Indeed with it's enchanting palaces surrounded by mirror-like lakes, undulating hills and colourful bazaars, Udaipur looks as though it has been lifted straight from the pages of an Arabian Night's fairy tale book. The hills, the lakes and the altitude give Udaipur an extremely agreeable climate. Probably no other city in Rajasthan is quite as romantic as Udaipur. A visit to Udaipur is a must for travellers who want to experience the unique and vibrant history of Rajasthan.

During your travel tours to Udaipur in Rajasthan, North India you are welcome to come and visit the important historical monuments and other tourist attractions in Udaipur in Rajasthan, India. The city of Udaipur offers an enigmatic blend of a magnificent and glorious past, huge marble palaces and other architectural structures and all the modern day facilities.

History
Udaipur, the capital of Mewar, was founded by Maharana Udai Singh after the fall and final sacking of Chittorgarh by the Mughal forces of Emperor Akbar in 1568. Legend has it that Udai Singh found the site of his new city some years before the final assault on Chittor and had formed an artificial lake named Udai Sagar in honour of himself. He later came upon a pond said to have been constructed by a banjara (gypsy) who raised a dyke across a mountain stream, damming up its waters. Udai Singh extended this pond and raised the height of the dam, creating the most beautiful of man-made lakes, named Pichola after the neighbouring village of Picholi. With the blessings of a holy sage of the region, he built his palace upon an overlooking ridge, on the banks of this lake. To this day, in a shrine in the heart of the City Palace, a flame burns in gratitude to the ascetic.

Best time to visit
The lakes surrounding Udaipur regulates the climate which is pleasant than any other city in Rajasthan. The summers are hot and winters are cold but the temperature does not rise to extremes. The rainfall is less, around 61 cm annually.

Udaipur -Excursions

If you are in Udaipur for a few days, then do travel to Haldighati, which is 40 kms north of the city. It is as you rightly guessed, the famous battlfield where Maharana Pratap defeated Akbar. You can also check out the historic temples of Nathdwara, Nagda, Kankroli and Eklingji, if you are willing to travel a little. A little further away from Jodhpur is Deogarh, which is 135 kms from Jodhpur. The magnificent though has now been converted into a hotel, it still is worth a visit.

Udaipur -Events

During the Holi festival, the Udaipur Royal family hosts a function at the city palace, which is quite famous. It is celebrated in February/March.

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The tourists can shop at Chetak circle, Clock Tower and the city market for gifts, souvenirs and local handicrafts. The Rajasthan Government Handicrafts Emporium is another place you ought to visit for rather good quality handicrafts. The stone jewelry is quite famous from Udaipur, so do check those out too.

Udaipur -Cuisine

Udaipur has lots of fine restaurants and fast food corners. One can enjoy Mughlai, Indian, Continental, Italian, Chinese and Rajasthani cuisine. Do try the delicious Rajasthani thali while you are there which many recommend should be had with a huge glass of buttermilk.