Udaipur,
a city of emarald lakes, surrounded by the lush hills of the Aravallis. An
enchanting imagination in white drenched in romance and beauty. A
fascinating blend of sights, sound and experiences and inspiration for the
imagination of poets,painters and writers. Its kaleidoscope of fairy-tale
palaces, lakes, temples, gardens and narrow lanes strewn with stalls, carry
the flavor of a heroic past,epitomizing valour and chivalry.
Getting there
Fly Away :
A. connects Udaipur with Bombay, Delhi, Jodhpur, Jaipur, Aurangabad.
On Tracks :
Udaipur is connected by rail with Ahmedabad, Chittorgarh, Bombay via
Ahmedabad, Delhi and Jaipur.
On Wheels :
By road Udaipur to Ahmedabad 262 km, Bombay 739 km, Delhi 670 km, Jaipur
407 km, Chittorgarh 115 km and Mount Abu 185 km.
Sightseeing Overview
The City Palace
The largest palace of Rajasthan is an excellent example of Rajasthani
architecture, its exquisite worksmanship makes it a must on every visitor's
itinerary. The three mahals - Baari, Dilkush and Moti, the Suraj Gokhada of
the Sun Balcony, the Mor Chowk Known for its beautiful peacock Mosaics ; the
shrine of Dhuni Mata and the Museum of Rana Pratap are the highlights of
this complex.
Saheliyon Ki Bari
The enchanting beautiful garden with extensive lawns and shady walks. Its
well laid lawns shows a fascinating variety of bougan villea and five
fountains release showers in tune with their titles namely, 'Welcome';
'Raining Cats and Dogs'; 'Rains in Midnight', 'Rains without Clouds';
'Gentle Shower in Mid Day'.
Shilpgram
'Shilpgram or the Craftsmen's Village is an exotic place to review the
India's varied crafts, arts and culture. The fascinating terracotta work
done in dark red and dark brown sand materials along with the wooden
carvings is the area of expertise of this ethnic euphoria. Shilpgram has 26
huts placed across 70 acres of natural background at the foot of the Aravali
Hills
Quick Facts
Best Seasons : September - March.
Area : 37 sq km.
Climate : Max Min
Summer : 38.3 deg C. 28.8 deg C.
Winter : 28.3 deg C. 11.6 deg C.
Languages : Mewari, Hindi, English.
Excursion : Eklingi, Nathwada, Deogarh.
Experiencing
the Heritage
Devi Garh Fort Palace
Location : 27 kms. from Maharaja Pratap Airport, 30 kms. from
Udaipur City Railway Station.
Devi Garh showcases a perfect amalgamation of traditional and the modern
nature of the world.There are 23 suites at Devi Garh are beautifully
designed and is equipped with the most modern amenities to make a guest feel
totally at home.The resort provides Hot/C running water, Telephone, Mini
bar, room safe, Ironing Board, Hair Dryer, CD Player, Business center,
Beauty Parlour,Shopping arcade, Health club, Swimming Pool, Tennis, Croquet,
Pool Table.
Fateh
Prakash Palace Hotel
Location : 27 kms from Udaipur Airport, 5 kms from Udaipur Railway
Station, 1 km from city centre.
Constructed in the early 20th century during the reign of Maharana Fateh
Singhji., the palatial hotel was situated on the shores of Lake Pichola. The
Gallery Restaurant is situated overlooking the beautiful Lake Pichola. The
other services provided by the hotel are Restaurant, Room Service, Laundry
service, TV-VCR, Money Exchange, Safety Locker, Swimming Pool, Travel
Counter, Fitness Center, Squash, Billiards, Table Tennis, Doctor on Call,
Boating, Riding, Banquet, Conference, Live Band.
Shivniwas
Palace Hotel
Location : The nearest Airport is 26 Km , Railway Station 04 Km ,
Bus Stand 01 Km
The Palatial hotel was constructed in the beginning of the 20th century and
was originally Maharana Fateh Singhji's residence, later converted into a
luxury hotel. The Royal Suites, no two alike, are decorated with original
furniture and paintings and in two of the Royal Suites there is intricate
glass inlay work on the columns. Other facilities offered by the hotel are
bar, swimming pool, souvenirs shop, an evening meal in the courtyard by the
pool.
Hotel
Lake Palace
Location : Located at Maharana Pratap Airport, Dabok - 26 Km,
Railway Station- 3 Km, Bus Stand - 3 Km
Situated on the still blue waters of Lake Pichola, the Taj Group's Lake
Palace Hotel rooms are elegantly appointed, centrally air-conditioned with
channel music, color TV, in-house movies, 24 hrs room service, laundry
service. The rooms in the hotel overlook the lily pond, terrace or the lake.
The other facilities provided by the hotel are 24 hour coffee shop facing
the lake and the city palace, a bar decorated with intricate glass mosaic
work on the walls and ceiling, a restaurant facing service Indian and
Continental cuisine
