Udaipur - The Lake City

Udaipur is most romantic city of Rajasthan often called as the City of lakes or Venice of the east. There are some very beautiful lakes all around the city namely Lake Pichola, Fateh Sagar, Udai Sagar and Fateh Sagar. It is considered as the last capital of the region of Mewar Ruled by Sisodia Rajputs. Earlier, the capital of Mewar was Chittorgarh, located on Banas River in the north east of Udaipur. One of the legend says that Maharana Udaisingh met a Saint while hunting in the foothills of aravallis. The saint blessed the king and advised him to construct a palace on the spot and said him that it will be well protected. Mahrana Udaisingh built a residence there. In 1568, Mughal emperor Akbar annexed Chittor, and Udai Singh shifted his capital to site of his residence, which became the city of Udaipur.

Udaipur is known for its palaces like one of the most beautiful city palaces in the world – Udaipur City palace. The white palace built on lake Pichola or Lake palace which is presently a world famous luxurious hotel is also worth to visit. Normally, Only Hotel Guests are allowed to enter the Lake palace, but one can go here to have a lunch in lake palace hotel.

Other Tourists Attractions:

• Lake Palace – It is located on a small island Jagniwas, now one of the most luxurious hotels in the world, built in white marble.
• Jagmandir – Another island in the lake Pichola, which is known for its beautiful garden courtyards
• City Palace museum – It houses beautiful glass and mirror works, Just next to Fatehprakash
• Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandal
• Maharana Pratap Memorial - Rana Pratap's bronze statue seated on his loyal horse Chetak.
• Sajjangarh or Monsoon Palace – The summer retreat for the Maharajahs of Mewar, a place for enjoying in the monsoon on hills. Most beautiful landscapes from the palace.
• Jagdish Temple - a Temple situated in the middle of the city - a big Tourist attraction
• Saheliyon ki bari – A beautiful garden for the ladies of the royal family.