Udaipur, often termed as the most romantic city in the whole of Rajasthan doesn't disappoint visitors at all. An inspiration for poets, writers and painters alike, Udaipur is replete with grandiose palaces and forts that seem to have been taken out of fairy tale setting; no wonder Udaipur is also known as the 'Venice of the East and Travel to Udaipur has so many takers. Besides its exquisite architecture, Udaipur is also renowned for its miniature paintings and handicrafts.
Some of the major tourist attractions of Udaipur are:
City Palace
The spellbinding City Palace Complex of Udaipur, replete with courtyards, pavilions, hanging gardens and surmounted by balconies, towers and cupolas is a must see for any tourist in Udaipur.
Saheliyon-ki-Bari
It is a small exquisite garden that was originally designed for the royal ladies and is full of fountains, kiosks, lotus pool and marble elephants. The Garden also houses a small museum.
Jagdish Temple
Built by Maharana Jagat Singh in 1651 A.D, the Indo- Aryan Jagdish temple enshrines a black stone image of Vishnu as Jagannath, Lord of Universe. It is the largest temple in Udaipur.
Lake Pichola
Flowing along the eastern side of the City Palace, Lake Pichola is a beautiful lake that encompasses the Jag Mandir and Jag Niwas palaces amongst its placid waters. Surrounded by hills, temples and bathing ghats, boating in Lake Pichola is a must do.
Fateh Sagar Lake
Bounded by hills and the Pratap Memorial, Fateh Sagar Lake is picturesque lake. The Nehru Park in the middle of the lake can be reached by a boat ride.
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