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The City Palace
A majestic architectural marvel towering over the lake on a
hill surrounded by crenellated walls, it is a conglomeration of
courtyards, pavilions, terraces, corridors, rooms and hanging
gardens. The main entrance is through the triple arched gate,
the "Tripolia" with eight marble porticos. The
Maharanas were
weighed under the gate in gold, the equivalent amount of which
was distributed among the populace.
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Crystal Gallery
It is situated in the Fateh Prakash Palace is a breath
taking collection of crystals. Maharana Sajjan Singh mainly
ordered these crystals from F & C Osler England. But he could
not see the crystals because of his untimely death. The crystal
item includes tables, sofa sets, dinning table, dressers,
fountains and even beds besides a whole array of washing bowls,
decanters and perfume bottles. There is also an exquisite jewel
studded carpet, which is beyond description. |
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Jag Mandir
This is the other island palace in Lake Pichola, which was
constructed by Maharana Karan Singh as a hideout for Prince
Khurram the estranged son of Emperor Jehangir the implacable foe
of the Maharana. The reason for the aid was that the prince was
the son of a Rajput mother. It is also said that Shah Jahan
[prince Khurram] derived some of these ideas for the Taj Mahal
from this palace when he stayed there in 1623-24. The island has
some striking carving including a row of elephants that looks as
though they are guarding the island. The exquisitely carved
chhatri in grey and blue stone is another example. |
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Dudh Talai
A beautiful laid out "Rock Garden" from where one can enjoy
sunset view in Lake Pichhola and panoramic view of old city.
Musical Fountain is an another attraction for the visitors.
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Jagdesh Temple
Built by Maharana Jagat Singh I in 1651 the temple enshrines a
black stone image of Lard Vishnu. There is a brass image of
Garuda the Lord bird carrier. The exterior and the plinth are
covered with base relief of alligators; elephants, horsemen and
celestial musicians rise in tiers. Chanting, bells and music can
be heard throughout the day. It is the largest and most splendid
temple of Udaipur. |
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Saheliyoon ki Bari
This small ornamental garden was a popular relaxing spot
where royal ladies came for a stroll and hence the name. The
garden has many fountains in its four delightful pools,
chiselled kiosks and marble elephants.
On the eve of his departure from Mewar, Col.Tod had shifted to
it so as to have some needed solitude. Much later, a thoughtful
had located a library in it !
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Sajjan garh - The
Monsoon Palace
Sajjangarh Wildlife Sanctuary is situated 5kms in the West
of tourist city Udaipur, which surrounds the Sajjangarh Palace
overlooking Udaipur City. From the palace, one can have a
magnificent view of lakes of Udaipur and Aravalli hill ranges.
The view of Sunrise and Sunset attracts every visitor atop of
Bansdara hill.
Safari Park was created and wild animals like Chital, Sambar,
Wild Boar, and Blue Bull were reintroduced. Animals like
Panther, Hyena, Hare and Jackal has reappeared apart from
variety of reptiles and birds. The wall extended further and now
the entire hillock has been fenced, improving the vegetal cover
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Shilp Gram - The
Craft Village
Literally meaning a "Craftsmen's Village" is a living
ethnographic museum depicting the enormous diversities in craft,
art & culture between various Indian states, but the exquisite
terracotta work mainly in dark red and dark brown sand material
along with the wooden carvings are the forte of this ethnic
village . Shilpgram comprises 26 huts set in 70 acres of natural
surroundings at the foot of the Aravali Hills.A colourful craft
festival during winter seasons to the whole set up induces
vitality and zeal.
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Fateh Sagar Lake
This delightful lake, bordered by hills and woodland was
constructed by Maharana jai Singh to the north of Lake Pichola.
It is an artificial lake dug up in 1678, reconstructed by
Maharana Fateh Singh A canal links the two, via Swaroop Sagar
and Rang Sagar Lakes. The beautiful Nehru Island as well as an
islet bearing a solar observatory rises from the lake. |
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Sukhadiya Circle
Udaipur, a large roundabout in the city's northern suburb of
Panchwati, on the road to Ranakpur and Mt. Abu. The centerpiece
of the Circle is a large, three-tiered fountain just over 21 m.
high, with scalloped dishes surmounted by a wheat-ear motif,
representing prosperity. Illuminated at night, it is now a
well-known landmark. Its foundation was laid in 1968 and was
opened in 1970. The Circle is a popular recreational centre and
meeting place. A circular pond surrounds the fountain; nearby
are pleasant gardens. Families and friends come together,
especially at night, when music plays, and dozens of food, cold
drinks and tea stalls do a flourishing trade. Children
particularly enjoy the experience: they float toy boats in the
central pond, where odd duck-shaped pedallos (paddle boats) vie
for space; there is even a mini train nearby. Sukhadia Circle
commemorates the memory of Udaipur's MOHAN LAL SUKHADIA,
one-time Chief Minister of Rajasthan and a native of Udaipur. |
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Ghanghaur Ghat -
Bagore ki Haveli
This is a very congenial old building built right on the
waterfront of Lake Pichola at Gangori Ghat. Amir Chand Badwa,
the Prime Minister of Mewar built it in the eighteenth century.
The palace has over hundred rooms and some very interesting
display of costumes and modern art. The glass and mirror in the
interiors of the Haveli delicate work and well preserved too. It
also preserves a fine example of Mewar Painting on the walls of
Queen's Chamber. The two peacocks made from small pieces of
colored glasses are fine examples of glasswork. After the death
Badwa the building became the property of Mewar State. It came
to be occupied by Maharana Shakti Singh of Bagore who built the
palace of the three arches also in 1878 and it acquired its name
of Bagore-ki-haveli, the house of Bagore. After independence the
structure lay in neglect until 1986 when it housed the West Zone
Cultural centre.
The haveli now stages delightful evening's entertainment; the
pleasurable performance of Rajasthani traditional dance and
music in the moody surroundings of the haveli. It is an ideal
place for an evening entertainment while enjoying the view of
Lake Pichola.
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Ahar Cenotaphs
Located about 2 kms east of Udaipur is an impressive cluster
of cenotaphs of the Maharanas of Mewar. There are about nineteen
cenotaphs of Maharanas cremated there. The most striking
cenotaph is that Maharana Amar Singh, who reigned from 1597 to
1620. Nearby is also Ahar Museum, where on display is limited
but very rare earthen pottery. Some sculptures and other
archaeological finds. Some pieces date back to 1700 BC and a
tenth century metal figure of Buddha is a special attraction. |
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The Vintage Car
Collection
The collection within the grounds of the Garden Hotel
comprises a variety of classic and interestingly rare
transportation vehicles; some stately and vintage like Cadalec,
Chevalate, Morais etc., while the others are sleek and fast .The
Maharanas of Udaipur once possessed and used these regal
splendours of automobiles as their luxuries but most of the
other models are gradually being added to the collection ,since
it provides a unique aristocratic safari for the exclusive
guests.
Entry: Rs. 80
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Moti Magri - Maharana
Pratrap Memorial
An impressive bronze statue of Maharana Pratap and his
favorite and loyal horse, who was fiercely protective about his
master and stood by him till his last breath, stands at the top
of Moti Magri (Pearl Mount) overlooking Fateh Sagar. Local
people climb the hill to pay homage to Rana Pratap and his
faithful charger 'Chetak', who was killed in the battle of
Haldighati. There are the ruins of one of the first Udaipur's
forts and there is also a charming Japanese rock garden not
faraway.
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