Udaipur is the pearl of India, the entrancing "City of Dawn", The land of the
Rajputs, faithful to its glorious history and traditions. Here are lakes that
come as a surprise in sandy Rajasthan and forested hills where wildlife still
abounds. Udaipur was founded in 1559 by Maharana Udai Singh asd was the
capital of Mewar State.
(Distance from the Airport 25 Kms, Approx. time 45 Mins.)
Places of Interest
City Palace/Museum - The City Palace and built in 1725 with various palaces
inside. Dilkush Mahal, the palace of Krishna Moti Hamahl Sheesh Mahal all
ornately decorated. The museum in the City Palace contains incomparable
historic and artistic heritage, which dates back 14 centuries
Lake Pichola - The beautiful Lake Pichola derives its name from a nearby
village Picholi. Udai Singh built a dam and from then the lake has become a
meeting place for more than two hundred species of migratory and resident
birds.
Nagda - (26 Kms) The ancient and prosperous capital of Mewar. Even after
countless assaults by invaders the two temples of Jas and Bahu still stand.
Jadish Temple - Dedicated to Vishnu, the preserver, this temple was built by Maharana Jagat Singh in 1651.
Saheliyon Ki Bari - (Garden of the Maids of Honour). It is a most attractive
retreat for the ladies of the Royal Household. Designed by the Maharana Fateh
Singh. It consists of beautiful lawns, gardens and fountains.
Eklingi - (22 Kms) Chiselled out of sandstone and marble, a complex of 108
temples enclosed by high walls. Built in 734 these Hindu temples are devoted
to the family deity of the rulers of Mewar.
Bhartiya Lok Lala Mandal - A museum of folk art. Puppeteers regularly put on
shows here.
Jaisamand Lake - (51 Kms) Constructed by Rana Jai Singh in 1691. This
artificial lake is considered to be the world's 2nd largest artificial lake.
There are beautiful marble "Chhatris" around the dam eash with an Elephant in
the front. Nearby is a wildlife sanctuary.
Ranakpur Temples - (80 Kms) One of the biggest and most important of Jain
temples in India The main temple is the Chaumukha or "Four faced" temple
dedicated to Adinathji and dates back to early 15th century. There are 1444
pillars in the temple and none of them similarly carved.
