Udaipur is a city of colours, of lights, of
festivities and full-fledged family fun. Set in the beautiful state of
Rajasthan, this city was previously the capital of the Mewar Kingdom. With its
enchanting palaces, havelis and temples, Udaipur makes for one of the most
desired honeymoon destinations in the country.
No matter what the occasion, Udaipur is a
must on your travel bucket list. People from all over the country, and the
world flock to this destination to witness the marble marvel. It is an ideal vacation
for those who live in neighboring states. Those travelling from Ahmedabad to Udaipur can spend a
relaxing weekend among the beautifully decorated palaces, boat rides on the
lake, the timeless streets and vibrancy of the ancient bazaars.
Here are 4 of the top things you can do in
Udaipur:
City Palace
Majestically towering over the lake, the
City Palace is Rajasthan’s largest palace. It is surmounted by balconies and
cupolas. The structure is 244m long and 30.4m high. It proves to be a
conglomerate of architectural contributions from various maharajas over a
period of time. You can enter the property through Badi Pol on the northern end
or Sheetla Mata Gate on the southern side. The palace grounds has a massive
tiger-catching cage used in the olden times.
Sajjan Garh
Named after Maharana Sajjan Singh, this is a fairy-tale castle perched on top of a hill. It is one of those fantasy sites, built in the late 19th Century. It was an astronomical centre during the Maharana’s reign, making it the Monsoon Palace and hunting lodge. The foot of the hill also houses a wildlife sanctuary that you can explore.
Jagmandir Island
This is a breath-taking island in Udaipur that has some of the most stunning marble structures. This palace was built by Maharana Karan Singh II, which is a primary attraction of this island. The entrance to the island is flanked by a row of marble sculpted elephants. There is a 17th century tower called the Gol Mahal, intricately carved in bluestone serves as a museum displaying the history of Jagmandir.
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