| Udaipur has been referred
as the ‘most romantic spot on the continent of India'. The tourist would
find that this is the most romantic city in Rajasthan surrounded by
hills and refreshed by many lakes. The tourist attractions in Udaipur
abound as palaces, forts, temples and havelis are many.
The tourist attractions in Udaipur include Lake Pichola (enlarged by
Maharana Udai Singh), Jagniwas Island (built on Lake Pichola by Maharana
Jagat Singh II, 1743), Jagmandir Palace an island palace, it is said
that Shajahan took ideas for Taj Mahal from this palace. The City Palace
Complex is the largest palace complex in Rajasthan and has been added
by various maharanas yet holds uniformity and is a great monument of
Udaipur. Tourists interested for heritage tours to India would find
Udaipur an ideal place. The other things to see in Udaipur are the museums,
which conserve the past for us. The City Palace Museum, Government Museum
and Crystal Gallery are important.
The other attractions in Udaipur are the weddings in the palaces, which
give a royal touch on that special day. Many from distant countries
come here to get married in the palace hotels. Marriages for any religion
are possible here provided prior information is given.
The Jagdish Temple near City Palace is carved intricately and was built
by Maharana Jagat Singh in 1651. Here the black stone image of Vishnu
as Jagannath is worshipped. The tourist can also explore the rural areas
by trekking and get a taste of the serene village life.
Shopping in Udaipur is also another attraction of the city. Here the
tourist will find host of small shops, which specialize in many things.
The town is known for its local crafts and particularly the miniature
paintings (Rajput- Mughal style), leather and cloth bound books, hand
made paper books and jewelry.
The other places to visit in Udaipur would be the huge fountain in
the center of Sukhadia Circle (north of the city) and is illuminated
in the night. The Sunset Point near the Café Hill Park is sough
after place for the great views over the Lake Pichola.
The Mewar festival in Udaipur would be a great time to be here. In
Rajasthan India tours this city would give a joyful experience.
India Tour Guides provides information on Tourist Attractions in Udaipur
and offers online booking for tours to Udaipur, for further queries
or hotel booking please fill up the form given below.
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