Udaipur, Rajasthan

[663 Kms from Delhi/ 12 hrs train journey from Delhi]

The rich legacy of the past still lives in Udaipur, which is popularly known as the city of Lakes. One of the most romantic cities in Rajasthan, Udaipur is very famous with honeymooners and holiday makers. Located in the Aravalli ranges of Rajasthan, the city of Udaipur is flanked by bright stalls, gardens, lakes, palaces and temples. Nobody can resist its enchanting beauty, no matter who they are or where they come from.
Popular Tourist Attractions in/ around Udaipur
With several tourist destinations Udaipur is attracts people from every walk of the society.

Lake Palace (Built by Maharana Jagat Singh II in 1754)
The Lake Palace which is also known as Jag Niwas is the most beautiful tourist attraction of Udaipur. This enchanting island palace is located on picturesque Lake Pichola. It creates a white illusion emerging out of the shimmering blue waters.

Highlights: Picturesque location, Bada Mahal, Kush Mahal, Ajjan Niwas, Phool Mahal, painted mirrors, inlaid stones, cusped arched etc



City Palace (Built by Maharana Udai Singh in 1725)
City Palace is one of the largest royal complexes in Rajasthan. Located majestically on the picturesque Lake Pichola, the complex offers a breathtaking view of the lake and its surroundings.

Highlights 11 constituent Mahals (palaces), museum, balconies, towers, largest chandeliers, cupolas, The Durbar Hall etc

Jag Mandir (Built by Maharaja Karan Singh in 1615 AD)
Jag Mandir once sheltered the Mughal prince Khurram. Its unmatched architectural beauty and strategic location has made it one of the most adored tourist destinations of the Udaipur.

Highlights a giant stone sculpture of elephants, impressive chattri (cenotaphs)

Sahelion- Ki- Bari (Built in early 18th century AD)
The Sahelion-ki-Bari Garden was constructed for royal ladies as a retreat. Here ladies of the royal household used to spend their time in leisure. The enchantingly beautiful Garden offers breathtaking view to visitors.

Highlights lotus pool, fountains (in the shape of birds), lush green lawns, flowerbeds, and marble pavilions

Jagdish Temple (Built in 1651 AD by Maharana Jagat Singh)
Jagdish Temple is the largest and most reputed Religious shrines in Udaipur. This beautiful temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. To see its beautiful sculpted images and towering shikaras tourists come from through the world.

Highlights Indo-Aryan architectural style, beautiful sculpted images, shikhars

Fateh Sagar (Built by Maharana Fateh Singh in1678)
Beautiful Fateh Sagar Lake is located close to the Sahelion-ki-Bari Garden. Fateh Sagar is connected to the Lake Pichola. This place offers many exclusive picnic places for the tourists and Udaipur city dwellers.

Highlights Nehru Park, three beautiful islands, boat-shaped restaurant, small zoo etc

Popular Excursions from Udaipur
There are a number of places where you can go for excursion during your Udaipur stay.

Eklingji, a beautiful temple, built in 734 AD is 22 Kms from Udaipur. The 15th century Kumbhalgarh Fort with seven majestic gates and seven ramparts another tourist attraction. Located at an altitude of 500 to 1,300m, Kumbhalgarh Sanctuary houses predators like wolf, leopards, sloth bear, hyena, jackal, jungle cat, smabhar, nilgai, chaisingh, chinkara etc. Visit the famous legendry battle field where Maharana Pratap and the Mughal Emperor -Akbar in 1576 AD at Haldighati.

Popular Shopping Items/ Shopping Centres in Udaipur
From Udaipur you can purchase all rustic, traditional artifacts, ethnic colorful clothes, patterns silver and imitation jewelry, hand stitched local wear, colorful beads, sequins with hand-block printed patterns, Paintings, Miniatures, Contemporary Art, Marble Handicrafts, Metal Furniture, Jewellery, Fabric, Carpets and Rugs. Explore Chetak Circle, City Market, Hathipole and Lake Palace Road. If you are not into street marketing then buy from Rajasthan Government Handicraft emporium. You can shop traditional Rajasthani Puppets and other handicrafts from Shilpgram Crafts Village and Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandal.

Udaipur Travel Information
As one of the hottest tourist destinations in India, Agra is well linked by the rest of the country.

Closest Airport: Dabok Airport (25 kms from the City Centre)

Closest Railway Station: Udaipur Railway Station (4 kms from the City Centre)

Delhi - Udaipur Trains:

• Chetak Express
• The Mewar Express
• Palace on wheels

Bus Stand: Udaipur bus terminus (2 kms from the railway station)

Road Link: National Highway 8

Local Transport in Udaipur
RSRTC provides cheap and comfortable public transportation in Udaipur. City dwellers rely on Tongas, Auto-rickshaws and Three-wheelers for the local commuting. Udaipur is a small cit, so you can also hire bicycles that are available all over the city, at a very nominal price for your commuting. If you prefer luxury over other things then hire your own cab.