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| About Rajasthan A complete travel guide for Rajasthan (one of the most popular travel destinations in India) offers information on Rajasthan climate, history, culture, dance, music and the local transportation. Detailed information is available on various tourist spots in Rajasthan, hotels in those destinations, wildlife in Rajasthan, forts & palaces of Rajasthan and various festivals of Rajasthan. |
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 Udiapur is the jewel of Mewar-a kingdom ruled by the Sisodia dynasty for 1200 Years. The foundation of the city has an interesting legend associated with it. According to it, Maharana Udai Singh, the founder, was hunting one day when he met a holy man meditations on a hill overlooking the Lake Pichhola. Udaipur is a lovely land around the water lake, hummed in by the lush hills of the Aravallis. A vision in white drenched in romance and beauty, Udaipur is a fascinating blend of sights, sound and experiences and inspiration for the imagination of poets,painters and writers. Consturcted In: In the north Indian state of Rajasthan. Major Tourist Attractions: 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. Best Buys: Folk toys, colourful tie-dye sarees and clothes, turbans, hand painted fabrics, silver Jewellery, wall hangings and miniature paintings Nearby Tourist Destinations: Kumbhalgarh Fort, Chittorgarh, Haldighati, Ranakpur, Sajjangarh, Ghanerao Major Tourits Attractions: The City Palace:  A majestic architectural marvel towering over the lake on a hill surrounded by crenallated walls, it is a conglomeration of courtyards, pavilions, terraces, corridors, rooms and hanging gardens. The main entrance is through the triple arched gate, the ' Tripolia ' with eight marble portico. The Maharana were weighed under the gate in the gold,the equivalent amount of which was distributed among the populace. The City Palace Udaipur is a heritage building, which showcases the finest elements of Rajput culture and the arts. The spectacular buildings within the City Palace Udaipur are influenced by European and Chinese architecture and are amazing in the range and aesthetic beauty of their artwork. The entrance to the Palace complex is through the 'Elephant Gate' or the 'Hathi Pol.' The Jagdish Temple where Lord Vishnu is worshipped can be seen here. The 'Great Gate' or 'Bara Pol' is the entrance to the first courtyard. There are marble arches, an elephant fighting arena and many gardens within the palace complex. The rooms within the palace are beautifully decorated and painted. The Suraj Gokhada:  The balcony of the sun, is where the Suryavanshi Maharanas of Mewar presented themselves to the people in time of trouble to restore their confidence. The ' Mor Chowk' known for its exquisite peacock mosaics in glass and the ' Chini Chitrashala'noted for its blue and white ceramics are other attractions in the palace. Saheliyon ki Bari: Garden of the maids of Honour "This small ornamental garden was a popular relaxing spot where royal ladies came for a stroll and hence the name.  The garden has many fountains in its four delightful pools, chiselled kiosks and marble elephants. Jagdish Temple:  Built in 1651 A.D. By Maharana Jagat Singh, this Indo-Aryan temple is the largest and the most beautiful temple of Udaipur with noteworthy sculpted images. Pratap Memorial: At top the Moti Magri or Pearl hill, overlooking the Fateh Sagar Lake is the memorial of the Maharana Pratap with a bronze statue of the Maharana Pratap. Constructed By Maharana Fateh Singh. Other Important Places to Visit In Jodhpur: Eklingji Nagda Haldighati Nathdwara Kankroli Rajsamand Lake Kumbhalgarh Fort Jagat Udiapur Fairs & Festivals: Mewar Festival (March - April): The Mewar festival is held in lake city Udaipur. The Mewar Festival is celebrated to welcome the advent of spring. Once the religious part of the festival is over, it is time for cultural events where Rajasthani culture is portrayed through songs, dances and other programs. How to Get There: By Air: Indian Airlines connects Udaipur with Jodhpur, Jaipur, Aurangabad, Mumbai and Delhi. By Rail: Udaipur is directly linked by rail with Delhi, Jaipur, Ajmer, Chittaurgarh, Jodhpur and Ahmedabad. By Road: Udaipur is well connected by road with Agra (630 km), Ahmedabad (262 km), Ajmer (264 km), Jaipur (406 km). |
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