Udaipur, the Jewel of Mewar, is perhaps the most romantic city in India. A city of Lakes & Palaces, Udaipur captures the imagination like few other places in the world. Udaipur is hemmed in by the lush hills of the Aravalis. A vision in white drenched in romance and beauty, Udaipur is a fascinating blend of sights, sounds and experiences and an inspiration for the imagination of poets, painters and writers.
The City of Dawn, surrounded by the ancient Aravali Mountains and set on the edge of three lakes, is a brilliant kaleidoscope of narrow lanes flanked by bright stalls, gardens, lakes, palaces and temples and carries the flavor of a heroic past, epitomizing valour and chivalry.
A kingdom ruled by the Sisodia dynasty for 1200 Years. The foundation of the city has an interesting history. Maharana Udai Singh, the founder, was hunting one day when he met a holy man meditating on a hill overlooking Lake Pichhola. The hermit blessed the Maharana and advised him to build a palace at this picturesque location with a fertile valley watered by a stream, and a lake, an agreeable altitude and the backdrop of the Aravalis. The Maharana followed the advise of the hermit and founded the city in 1559 A.D.
The Kingdom of Mewar, with which many legends of bravery are associated, was considered the most respectable of all Rajput princely states in Rajasthan. The Rulers of Mewar are still remembered for their bravery & courage they showed for protecting their motherland from external invaders. Udaipur's beauty and its remarkable past blossoms in the heart of visitors for a long time.
Several places of interest around Udaipur include the majestic Chittaurgarh, the mountain fortress of Kumbhalgarh, the Temples of Ranakpur, Ekligji and Nathdwara and the cool retreat of Mt. Abu, making the visit to Udaipur a memorable one Udaipur - The Venice of the East.
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