Jheelon ka Sheher - Udaipur

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Photo of Jheelon ka Sheher - Udaipur by Sonal Katyal

Udaipur is a perfect getaway as this place has culture, history , lakes, food and picturesque views. Udaipur is known as city of lakes as it is surrounded by seven lakes. It is undoubtedly Venice of the east.

Things to do

City Palace- This palace was built over a period of 400 years with contribution from several rulers of Mewar dynasty. It is well maintained and interiors of the palace exhibits delicate mirror work , marble work, murals, wall paintings , silver work and glass ceilings.

Photo of City Palace, Old City, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India by Sonal Katyal
Photo of City Palace, Old City, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India by Sonal Katyal
Photo of City Palace, Old City, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India by Sonal Katyal
Photo of City Palace, Old City, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India by Sonal Katyal

Sajjangarh - Monsoon palace- It is a hill top palace overlooking the Fateh sagar lake and it is named after Maharaja Sajjan Singh . This palace offers panoramic view of the city.

Photo of Sajjangarh, Rajasthan, India by Sonal Katyal

Lake Pichola boat ride- We took a sunset boat ride and the views were spectacular. It covers the Lake pichola and various palaces located in and off the lake.

Photo of Lake Pichola, Pichola, Udaipur, Rajasthan by Sonal Katyal

Kumbalgarh Fort - It is world heritage site located near Udaipur. It is built on a hilltop on the aravalli range and has perimeter walls that extend 36 km and hence it is one of the longest walls in the world.

Photo of Kumbhalgarh Fort, Kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan, India by Sonal Katyal
Photo of Kumbhalgarh Fort, Kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan, India by Sonal Katyal

Highlight of the trip : We had the priviledge of meeting Maharaja Arvind Singh Mewar and Maharana ji .

How to reach : We took a cab from Udaipur .cost- Rs 2500.

Things to eat:

Paliwal Kachori for Breakfast

Photo of Jheelon ka Sheher - Udaipur by Sonal Katyal

Jheel Cafe for Chilling in the Evening

Photo of Jheelon ka Sheher - Udaipur by Sonal Katyal

Upre And Ambrai for Dinner overlooking the lake.

Photo of Upre, Lake, Pichola, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India by Sonal Katyal

How to reach: Chetak express (Gurgaon - Udaipur)

We went by train from Gurgaon and it was very comfortable , timings were perfect as we boarded the train after office.

Stay : We stayed at Hotel Lake Pichola which is situated on the banks of Lake Pichola . The stay was fabulous .from owner to staff everyone was very courteous. They have a beauty roof top restaurant as well .Highly recommended .