Udaipur

The City of Lakes, Udaipur is a beautiful city with magnificent lake palaces, ancient temples and rich cultural heritage. Known as the ‘Venice of the East’, this city showcases rich architectural talent in terms of manmade lakes, majestic palaces and temples.

lakes

Udaipur is known for its shimmering lakes ( 7 to be precise) is one of the best places for boat cruises in Rajasthan

temples

Udaipur's temples tell stories of India's great spiritual wisdom, Rajasthan's rich architecture and great cultural heritage.

Best Time to Visit

March - Oct

Ideal Duration

5-8 Days

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Not Required

In the southern part of Indian state of Rajasthan, Udaipur is a city situated 598 m above the sea level.
It is the best place to holiday in Rajasthan.
The mind- boggling city of Udaipur is a hub of lakes, magnificent palaces, rich cultural heritage and lip - smacking delicious cuisines.

Let’s show you the mesmerizing beauty of this beautiful lake city Udaipur where royalty, beauty and culture join hands to create a true reflection of incredible India.

Udaipur, no doubt will definitely rejuvenate your body and soul because multiple lakes adorn this city. For this particular reason, Udaipur is also known as ‘Venice of the East’. The lakes of Udaipur are a poetry of charm and enchantment which has been luring tourists for ages.

You would see tourists enjoy a lazy lake day on a boat ride and be lost in the mesmerizing beauty of nature. Some tourists would enjoy the romantic atmosphere of the lakes. Some lakes would give you the reflection of the rich history of the region.

Some lakes of Udaipur like Lake Pichola are even featured in Hollywood and Bollywood movies. Some lakes would take you to green fields and farms, narrow pathways, scenic villages. Some of the most popular lakes of Udaipur are Fateh Sagar Lake, Lake Pichola, Udaisagar Lake, Jaisamand Lake, Badi Lake, Doodh Talai etc. Visiting Udaipur would be one of the best things to do in Udaipur if you want to experience the feel of Venice in India.

Apart from the lakes, palaces and heritage hotels, Udaipur is home to many popular Hindu temples, thus a pilgrimage tour is also a great idea in this tourist place in Rajasthan. The architecture of the temples in Udaipur have mystical vibes.

Thousands of tourists from all over the world visit these temples to worship and take holy blessings from the divine. In Udaipur, the temples reflect the cultural heritage of India. Associated with it are so many interesting stories which will definitely help you to reach the soul of Udaipur. Some of the most popular temples to visit in Udaipur. To make your vacation in Udaipur the most memorable one are Bohra Ganesh Temple, Shree Jagdish Temple, Shri Mansapurna Karni mata Temple, Mahakaleshwar Temple, Eklingji Temple, Neemach Mata Temple etc.

If you are planning a trip to Udaipur, a pilgrimage tour is the best way to explore and feel the history, culture, heritage along with the divine wisdom for spiritual growth of the soul.

Another important aspect of Udaipur tourism is the reflection of rich Rajasthani culture. The city has a cultural village that offers an opportunity to take a glance at the opulent art and craft; cuisine and dance and music forms of Rajasthan. If you're planning to explore Udaipur this way then your sightseeing tour in Udaipur would be the experience of a lifetime.

The Shilpgram Mahotsav and Mewar Festival are amongst the best festivals to take a peek inside the culturally opulent city of Udaipur. There are a few tourist places in Udaipur for history lovers, there is a museum in the city that showcases the lifestyle of the royals, tribal jewellery, turbans, dolls, masks, musical instruments, paintings and puppets. The city also houses a fairly large vintage car collection, which is definitely worth witnessing.

The forts and Palaces of Udaipur need no introduction. From all over the world tourists visit Udaipur to see its royal and regal charm. The breathtaking architecture gives a glimpse of the royal lifestyle of the Maharajas of Rajasthan. Splendor and grandeur of the forts and palaces of Udaipur makes it one of the top travel destinations in Rajasthan. Some of the most popular forts and palaces to visit in Udaipur are City Palace, Jag Mandir palace, Fateh Prakash Palace, Taj Lake Palace, Bagore Ki Haveli etc. So, for family vacation as well as holiday with friends, this prized possession of Udaipur is definitely a must visit.

If you really want to know the rich culture and history of Udaipur then the best place to visit in Udaipur would be its museums. Museums of Udaipur showcases the rich traditions of Mewar. If you visit the city Palace Museum you will be amazed to see miniature paintings, silver artifacts, artillery of the bygone royal past.

Ahar archaeological Museum has pottery objects of more than 3000-year-old. Earthen pots, iron objects would give you insights on prehistoric times. Bagore Ki Haveli Museum has preserved the everyday household objects like pan boxes, fans, and copper vessels of royal ladies.

Paintings of royal Rajput queens and kings during the period of Haldighati Battle can be seen in Moti Magri Museum.

Museums in Udaipur have preserved the most precious and unique information about Rajasthan’s royal Past. You must visit Udaipur museums to dig deep into its cultural heritage.

While you are in Udaipur, why not try the best places for shopping, which will simply give you the glimpse of the local culture of Rajasthan. Udaipur has some of the best spots to shop in Rajasthan. Deep rooted in traditions and values, the handicraft and other products in Udaipur give the glimpse of its rich cultural heritage.

Hathi Pol Bazaar will lure you with its amazing handicrafts, folk arts, Pichwai and Phad Paintings. Bada Bazaar will showcase bandhani, batik sarees and colourful jutis, silver and camel bone jewelries etc that will surely take your breath away.

Chetak Circle has brass silverwares, jewellery boxes, beautiful wall decorations, pen stands etc to satisfy your shopaholic soul. Bapu bazaar is best for gadgets and clothes shopping and shilpgram is the hub of local arts and crafts. You will get rural pottery, wooden furniture, paintings etc. which will give you insights on the artforms of Rajasthan.

Other popular Bazaars for shopping in Udaipur are Rajasthali emporium, Lake Palace Road, Maldas Street, Ghanta Ghar and clock Tower etc. Shopping is definitely one of the best things to do in Udaipur which will make your vacation in Udaipur a memorable one.

Top Attractions in Udaipur
Udaipur is a royal and regal paradise of Rajasthan. It is very popular for its mesmerizing lakes. It is also known as ‘Venice of the East’. From every rooftop you can see the charm of placid waters of the shimmering lakes which makes Udaipur quite dreamy. Royal palaces to havelies, beautiful markets, magnificent temples to Stunning havelis adorn the city with elegance, royalty and beauty.

Some of the most popular attractions to visit in Udaipur are City palace, Jag Mandir Palace, Dudh Talai, Lake Pichola, Udai Sagar Lake, Eklingji Temple, Ambaji Temple, Jagdish Temple, nathdwara and Charbhuja, Gulab Bagh etc.

Top 10 Must Visit Tourist Places in Udaipur
  • City Palace of Udaipur
  • Lake Pichola
  • Sajjangarh Monsoon Palace
  • Jag Mandir
  • Bagore Ki Haveli Museum
  • Ekling Ji Temple
  • Jagdish Temple
  • Fateh Safar Lake
  • Bada Mahal
  • Sahellon Ki Bari

    • Udaipur enjoys a tropical climate. Presence of Aravalli ranges and lakes makes the weather of Udaipur bearable and pleasant than the other states of Rajasthan. Winter is the best time to visit Udaipur. Sightseeing is absolutely delightful during winters because of the absence of the scorching heat of summer.

    Popular Excursions Tours from Udaipur
    Udaipur is the best destination to travel in Rajasthan.
    From Royal palaces to amazing museums, gardens and lip-smacking delicious cuisines, it has everything to delight your heart. But do you know? Places nearby Udaipur also reveal unparalleled beauty and bliss. There are plenty of Places Nearby Udaipur which can make your holiday one of the best you have ever had. Some of the best places for excursions tour from Udaipur are -

    Chittorgarh Fort Tour: It is one of the best places to visit near Udaipur. It is a masterpiece of Rajput spirit and architecture. It is said that Bhim of Mahabharata started the construction of this fort. The main gate of the fort is Suraj Pol. There are two chhatris between the second and third gate built in the honor of Jamal and Kalla who fought for King Akbar in 1568.

    Kumbhalgarh Fort Tour: Kumbhalgarh Fort is the UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is one of the most popular places to visit near Udaipur. It is the birthplace of a Rajput King Maharana Pratap Singh. Situated at the top of Aravalli hills at 3600 ft makes the feel of Kumbhalgarh the most challenging fort to conquer for enemies. It has 360 Jain and Hindu temples. You must see the Bada mahal and Kumbh Mahal which are the prominent attractions of this Fort.

    HaldiGhati Tour: Haldighati is the most popular mountain pass of Aravalli hills which is just 40 km away from Udaipur. It is named Haldighati because its soil is yellow in color. It is one of the best tourist places near Udaipur. It is that legendary place where Maharana Pratap Singh and Raja Man Singh of Amber who was the general of King Akbar fought the battle in 1576. The memories of Maharana Pratap are preserved here in the form of Maharana Pratap Memorial. It depicts the spirit and courage of Rajputs.

    Ranakpur Tour: It is a spiritual bliss of India. Ranakpur is famous for its temples. The main temple of Ranakpur village is Chaukhamba Mandir which is dedicated to Adinath - the first Jain Thirthankar. Apart from that one should not miss Sun Temple and Amba Mata Temple at Ranakpur.

    Ghanerao Tour: In the Desuri tehsil of Pali District of Rajasthan, the village of Ghanerao is one of the most popular tourist places near Udaipur. There are a plethora of Jain and Hindu temples for self-introspection. One Should not miss temples like Laxminarayan ji, Murlidhar Chaturbhuj Ji, Muchhal Mahavir temple in Ghanerao.

    Dungarpur Tour: It is located 110 km away from Udaipur and is one of the most popular tourist attractions near Udaipur. It is most popular for the green marble, stones and mirrors. The main attraction of Dungarpur is Udai Bilas Palace built of green granite. The other popular attraction is Juna Mahal which is built of frescos, green stones and mirrors. Dungarpur also has one archaeological museum which houses some of the ancient stone inscriptions, coins, paintings of 6th century BC.

    Quick Important Facts & Information About Udaipur

    State

    Rajasthan

    Udaipur Coordinates

    24.5854° N, 73.7125° E

    Known As

    City of Lakes

    Founded in

    1559 by Udai Singh II

    Common Languages Spoken

    Hindi, English and Rajasthani (Mewari), Wagdi, Urdu, Gujarati

    Nearest Airport

    Maharana Pratap International Airport

    Popular Tourist Lake Spot in Udaipur

    Fateh Sagar Lake, Lake Pichola, Swaroop Sagar Lake, Rangsagar, Doodh Talai Lake

    Popular Tourist Attractions of Udaipur

    Historic Forts and Palaces, Architectural Temples, Museums, Art Galleries, Gardens, Fairs & Festivals. etc

    Total Population of Udaipur

    474,531 (According to 2011 Census)

    Religion

    Hinduism, Muslims, Jainism

    Most Popular Luxury Hotels and Resorts

    The Oberoi Udaivilas, The Taj Lake Palace, The Leela Palace

    Popular Tourism & Culture Festivals of Udaipur

    Gangaur Festival, Shilpgram Utsav, Hariyali Amavasya, Jagannath Rath Yatra



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    Best Time to Visit Udaipur

    Summer in Udaipur Starts from March and ends in June. The weather is not favorable to travel to Udaipur because of the scorching heat of summer. The temperature ranges from 23° to 44°.

    Monsoon in Udaipur starts from July and ends in September. The temperature ranges from 25° to 35°. If you love boating and rooftop dining, monsoon is the best time to do that. This weather is an absolute bliss to travel.

    Winter is the best time to visit Udaipur. Winter in Udaipur starts from October and ends in March. The weather is awesome for sightseeing and boat rides. The days are soothing to travel but nights are cold. The temperature ranges from 10° to 25°

    Popular Attractions Udaipur

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    City Palace Udaipur

    It is one of the most popular points of tourist attractions in Udaipur. It is the legacy of Maharana Bhagwat Singh Ji, who built this museum in 1969. Paintings, relics, swords,

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    Eklingji Temple Kailashpuri Udaipur

    The temple of Eklingji is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It was built in 734 AD. One must see the charm of this temple during the festival of Shivratri which is celebrated every year

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    City Palace Museum

    It is one of the most popular points of tourist attractions in Udaipur. It is the legacy of Maharana Bhagwat Singh Ji, who built this museum in 1969. Paintings, relics, swords,

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    Pichola Lake Udaipur

    Lake Pichola was built by Pichhu Bajanara in 1362. It is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Udaipur. There are four islands on the lake- Jag Niwas, Jag Mandir, Arsi

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    Bagore ki Haveli Udaipur

    It was built by Amar cahnd Badwa in the 18th century near Gangotri Ghat. Conducted in the evenings, Dharohar Dance Show is the main attraction of Bagore ki haveli.

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    Fateh Sagar Lake Udaipur

    One should not miss Fateh Sagar Lake in Udaipur. It is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Udaipur. The lake was built by Maharana Jai Singh in 1678.

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    Jaisamand Lake Udaipur

    It is the second largest artificial lake of Asia. Lush greenery all around, marble temples and magnificent palaces reflected in the placid waters of Jaisamand lakes makes

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    Saheliyon ki Bari Udaipur

    It is situated at the banks of Fateh Sagar Lake. It is one of the popular tourist attractions in Udaipur. It was built in the 18th century by Sangram Singh for the royal women of the palace.

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    Gulab Bagh and Zoo Udaipur

    It is situated at the banks of Fateh Sagar Lake. It is one of the popular tourist attractions in Udaipur. It was built in the 18th century by Sangram Singh for the royal women of the palace.

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    Adorned with pretty palaces and scintillating lakes, Udaipur has so much to offer to the honeymoon couples, history lovers, solo travelers, backpackers and families. Udaipur as a tourist destination has something for everyone. It is one of the best places to visit in Rajasthan for holidays.

    Udaipur is an ideal destination for a luxury holiday as it is replete with boutique hotels that either fringe the lakes or are situated amidst it. In fact, the city boasts a number of palaces that have been converted to heritage hotels for the luxury seekers to have a glimpse of royal hospitality.

    Hotels in Udaipur cater to the needs of all kinds of travelers. From budget backpackers to luxury travelers, Udaipur hotels and resorts give top class facilities and amenities to the tourists.

    There are many 5-star hotels and luxury resorts in Udaipur which focus on giving the tourists a taste of royal life. There is also no dearth of Budget hotels for solo travellers and backpackers whose main goal is customer satisfaction by providing decent facilities at low cost.

    If you are planning a family vacation or honeymoon in Udaipur, you will get plenty of hotels and resorts that cater to the special needs of tourists. Facilities like open space for children or candlelight dinner arrangements and romantic tour arrangements etc will definitely delight your soul.

    Activities

    Udaipur is the lovely place to be in for a perfect holiday in Rajasthan. There are plethora of things to do in Udaipur to soothe our soul yet you will never feel satisfied with Udaipur. You will always crave more and more because it is the most beautiful place in Rajasthan.

    Some of the top things to do in Udaipur are –
  • Heritage sightseeing
  • Horse riding at Aravalli Hills
  • Ropeway ride
  • Boat cruise
  • Vintage car museum visit
  • Arts and Crafts of Shilpgram village
  • Shopping at Bazaars of Udaipur
  • Walk at Saheliyon ki Badi

    • Travel Tips

    Travel Tips for Udaipur
  • If you want to enjoy the best views of Udaipur, always prefer Lakeside hotels.
  • Follow the government covid guidelines while travelling to Udaipur.
  • Keep warm clothes if you are travelling in Winter.
  • Dress decently in religious places and local bazaars.
  • Do not share any sensitive information, take food items with locals and strangers.
  • Keep your belongings safe.
  • You might get overwhelmed by beggars at tourist places, don’t encourage them and avoid them.
  • It is better to bargain for the prices at Bazaars in Udaipur.
  • Always keep cash in hand. Debit and credit cards are not accepted most of the time.
  • To know the authentic information about the p;ace , you need a government or any other licensed tour guide. Don’t rely on rickshaw or auto drivers.