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Udaipur, the city imposes intense romance and passion through a splendid beauty of natural surroundings. A complete lover’s paradise. Udaipur is called the City of Dawn, Aravalis’ mountain ranges enclosing in the palaces, lakes, gardens and temples makes it a getaway land of dreams with a glorious, chivalrous past of Mewari Rulers.
Maharana Udai Singh, was the founder of Udaipur, where the descendents with their |
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valor and intelligence are still respected for protecting their land from external invasions of Mughals.
Maharana Udai Singh II built Udaipur in 1568 after his citadel Chittorgarh was attacked by Mughal Emperor Akbar, it was doomed by numerous attacks. The folklores tell tales of Udai Singh being guided by a holy man meditating on the hill near Pichola Lake to establish and move his capital to this very spot. Maharana Udai Singh’s demise in 1572 led to subsequent Mughal attacks and was
valiantly defended by Maharana Pratap, successor to the throne. Maharana Pratap is the most revered Rajput icon who fought gallantly with the Mughals at the Haldighati in 1576.The city of Udaipur has a grand chivalrous history of blood bath battles until the British intervened signing a treaty to protect Udaipur.
Udaipur’s history was also blessed with the fact that Aravali Ranges, forests and lakes made this place less vulnerable than Chittorgarh thereby allowing Sisodia dynasty to rule for over 1200 years on Mewar.
Today,the magnificent City Palace situated on the banks compliments the citadel along with the Monsoon Palace (Sajjan Garh) on the hill. The City palace is inhabited by the Royal family of Udaipur who have a marvellous collection of vintage cars on display.
Udaipur is also a favorite hot joint for film makers. Some of the famous movies have had some shots filmed here like “James Bond - Octopussy”, “The Jungle Book”. All the elements of nature together make a picture perfect location. Some of the most exotic locations within and around the city are the must visits for travelers. A lot of beautiful palaces and “Havelis” (bungalows) are converted into hotels offering all kind of budgets and experiences to the travelers.
Udaipur is also the centre for performing arts and craft. Its renowned for its miniature paintings. “Shilpgram” (The craft village) festival is a center of attraction and crowded during the season with local artists showcasing their paintings, sculptures and woven clothes. The ambience is accentuated with full-load entertainment from local musicians and dancers. This centre provides an insight into an exuberant culture of Mewaris. You can also shop for ethnic artifacts and clothes.
Moreover, Udaipur is also known as the city of lakes or Venice of east is epitomized by the beauty of the Fateh Sagar Lake, the Pichhola Lake and the smaller Swaroop Sagar Lake. The best of luxurious hotels have been built around and in the middle of the lake (Lake Palace Hotel) adds the charm making a pleasant stay for tourists. Udaipur is surrounded with interesting little forts, cities and resorts which must be explored. It has a rich history to be unfolded and foretold.
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