Udaipur-The City of Lakes and Romance

The City of Lakes was built by Maharana Udai Singhji Mewar as a shifting of his capita from Chittor. When a saint told him (while he was hunting one day in the jungle) that fortune will favor him and his family, if he builds his palace here. Maharana Udai Singh accepted this advice and first erected a small shrine, known as the Dhuni Mata (now closed) as 16^th March, 1559. event management company

Places Visited:

• The City Palace (1559) - The first monument constructed by Maharana Udai Singhji as his official residence. A mythological story goes behind its construction near a temple.
• The Bagore Ki Haveli – This was built in the 18^th century as a royal guest house. Today, it is converted into a museum during the day and in the evenings it holds cultural programs.
• Rope Way – This modern rope way is a fun ride up to the temple. The aerial view of the city is amazing from the top.
• Karni Mata Mandir – This is a Devi temple on top of Lake Pichola, which is accessible by the ropeway. Snacks and drinks are available at the nearby café.
• Lake Pichola – Simply standing at the back of the City Palace, this famous lake gets its name as, Lake Pichola. It is beautiful with many famous monuments beside it.
• Doodh Taliaya – This famous ‘Talaiya’ was a sacred place wherein the kings served milk to the Gods every morning. It’s close to Lake Pichola.
• Nathdwara temple – This holy pilgrimage of Lord Krishna is 48 Kms northeast of Udaipur, on the right banks of the river Banas. While traveling to Mewar, Shri Nathji’s chariot sank deep into the earth near the village Sihar. In due time, the chariot was removed and a temple was erected at the site. event management
  
• Fateh Sagar Lake – This Lake exists to the north of Lake Pichola. It has a small island which has been made into a park by the Rajasthan government.
• The Lake Palace, Taj group – The Present Maharana has preserved the palace inside the lake by converting it into a 5-star hotel. Some of the olden rooms are still existent with their beautiful work of art.
• Udai Palace, Oberoi’s - This 7-star hotel inside the lake has made Udiapur a world famous tourist location. Indian and foreigners flock the city by enjoying their stay in such lavish, royal hotels.
• Hotel Ambrai Haveli & Lake Pichola Haveli –These are haveli’s which have been converted into hotels and restaurants for visitors to drink and dine. Besides the lake they look exotic at night with candle light dinner and their royal ambience.
• Jagat Nivas Palace – Cuisine at this heritage hotel built beside the lakes is a ‘life-time’ memory. The ethnic, royal feeling in inexpressible in words. wedding planner
  

Other Attractions

• The Light & Sound Show at the Smarak of Maharana Pratap Singh (the greatest Rajput warrior), who was never defeated by the Mughal emperor, Akbar and the Britishers.

Traditional Cuisine

The Gokul Ghatti at Ambrai Haveli and Dal Baati Churma at Aadarsh Fine Dining are truly delicious and tasty.

Today’s Raja in Udaipur

The Maharana Arvind Singhji (65 years) lives in the city palace with his heir to the throne of Mewar (now called Udaipur). A part of the palace is given to the trust made by his ancestors. The existence of the royal generation has to be credited with maintaining the legacy, culture, art, architecture and Rajput traditions. The city is a hot selling tourist place. Foreigners and Indian flock the city to enjoy the re-live the grandeur and royal life of the Rajas. The government is equally dedicated in preserving the rich heritage and monuments of Udaipur. film production