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Udaipur Introduction |
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Udaipur the city of lakes located in the Aravalli ranges of Rajasthan. The city of Udaipur is situated at the distance of about 405 km from the state capital Jaipur. The lakeside city was built by on a small wooded plain encircled by mountains which was in direct contrast to the masculinity of Chittor and Kumbhalgarh. the marble palaces, the beautiful gardens and the placid blue lakes enhance the beauty of this city. A brilliant kaleidoscope of narrow lanes flanked by bright stalls, gardens, lakes, palaces and temples. The city is famous for its palaces, lake, museums, temples, and gardens and much more. |
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Udaipur History |
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Udaipur is the jewel of Mewar a kingdom ruled by Sisodia dynsty for 1200 years. The foundation of the city has an interesting legend associated with it. According to legend Maharana Udai Singh. The Maharana was out hunting as he met a holy man when he mediating on a hill overlooking the Lake Pichola. The Hermit Blessed the Maharana and told him to built a Palace at that very spot as it would be protected. The Maharana followed his advise and Udaipur came in to being, overlooking the aquamarine waters of the lake Pichola stands the shimmering granite and marble lake palace, a harmonious blend of courtyards, Pavillions, terraces, corridors, rooms and hanging Gardens. Udaipur was last of the numerous Mewar capitals. It was in Udaipur that legendary Maharana Pratap was born. He was obsessed with Chittaur and the past glories of the Sisodia clan possessed his mind. Maharana Pratap left Udaipur to win back Chittaur from the Mughals. But he failed in his attempts and Udaipur remained the capital of Mewar till India got her independence. The memory of the failure of noble Pratap gives Udaipur its pervading mood of nostalgic wistfulness. |
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How to Reach Udaipur |
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Air: Indian Airlines Daily connects Udaipur from Jodhpur,
Jaipur, Mumbai and Delhi. Dabok airport is 21km away from the city. Road: Udaipur is on the western railway network. The
railway station is about 4 km from the city center. Udaipur is
directly connected by rail with Delhi, Jaipur, Ajmer and Jodhpur. |
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Best Season to Visit Udaipur |
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The summers are very hot and winters are very cold but the temperature doesn't get high. so the best season is to visit Udaipur is in between of October to April. |
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