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Udaipur, India

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Udaipur

India

Udaipur (Hindi: उदयपुर Udaypur) is the capital of the district of Mewar in Rajasthan, India. Udaipur is famous for its lakes, palaces, forts, temples, gardens, and romantic backdrops.

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  • If you wish to explore the City Palace grounds without committing to the full museum tour, enter through the south gate; this entrance is the primary access point for boat rides on Lake Pichola and allows you to experience the architecture and exterior courtyards.

  • When dining at popular lakeside venues with views of the City Palace, always book your table in advance, as these locations are high-demand spots for sunset and evening views.

  • To experience the local culture beyond the main tourist sites, consider joining the Bindaas cycling group that meets Sunday mornings at Fathesagar Pal or book a guided bicycle tour to explore the surrounding heritage areas.

  • If you are staying in the old town, be mindful that some accommodations are tucked into narrow alleys near active places of worship, which can impact noise levels and accessibility.

  • Prioritize visiting the arts and crafts complex at Shilpgram if your travel dates fall in late December, as it hosts an intensive ten-day schedule of daily folk performances and cultural displays.

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Best time to go

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Getting around

Getting around

While most of the city can be covered on foot and the narrow alleyways in the old city make any other form of transportation a hassle, a taxi or autorickshaw/tuk-tuk is necessary to reach the Monsoon Palace or the wilderness park.

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What to see

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Udaipur City Palace

Worth it

Also recommended by Lonely Planet

Old City

A complex of small and big palaces, museums and gardens encompassing a rich blend of Rajasthani, Mughal, Medieval, European and Chinese architecture established in 1559 by Maharana Udai Mirza Singh.

Jagdish Temple

Located 150 m north of the palace in Indo-Aryan architectural style, the temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The temple walls and the shikara or tower are decorated with carvings of Vishnu, scenes from Lord Krishna’s life and figurines of…

Amar Vilas

The uppermost court inside the complex, which is a raised garden. It provides entry to the Badi Mahal. It is a pleasure pavilion built in Mughal style. It has cusped arcades enclosing a square marble tub.

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Durbar Hall

Built in 1909 within the Fatepraksh Palace (now a heritage hotel), the hall was used by the royal ladies to observe the court proceedings. This hall has a luxuriant interior with some unusually large chandeliers.

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Badi Mahal

Badi Mahal is the exotic central garden palace that is situated on a 27-m-high (89-ft) natural rock formation vis-a-vis the rest of the palace. The rooms on the ground floor appear to be at the level of the fourth floor in view of the…

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Fatehprakash Palace

Now run as luxury hotel and inaccessible to public viewing has a crystal gallery that consists of crystal chairs, dressing tables, sofas, tables, chairs and beds, crockery, table fountains which were never used.

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What to do

Shilpgram

Shilpgram is a rural arts and crafts complex. The fair is organised every year from 21st December to 31st December and hosts plays and dance performances every evening for those 10 days.

Art of Bicycle Trips

Organized bicycle tours in and around Udaipur. The tours combine cycling with Indian art, culture and heritage.

Bindaas

Bindaas is a group of cyclists that motivates people to cycle and to make their environment greener. These cyclists gather every Sunday at Fathesagar Pal at 6AM and cycle together as a group to make people aware about the health and…

Dharohar Dance Show @ Bagore-ki-Haveli

near Gangaur Ghat

A 60-minute Rajastani dance and marionette puppet show. Includes live music with local instruments, local folk dancing, and a lady balancing up to 9 stacked pots on her head. A must-see!

Udaipur Ropeway

on the top of hill near Lake Pichola, near Karni Mata Temple

Spend the evening overlooking the city lights from a high altitude. There is a restaurant on top of the hill with a nice view.

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Puppet Show @ Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandal

in the north of the city, 300 m north of Chetak Circle

Daily 60-minute puppet show at 6PM. Great for children.

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What to eat

1559 AD

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SH 50, Ambamata

Popular with tour groups, this restaurant has a rooftop area with very romantic views of the lake. Elevator.

Ambrai Restaurant

Worth it

Also recommended by Lonely Planet

Lakeside dining on the banks of Pichola Lake with views of the City Palace and Lake Palace, recommended by Lonely Planet.

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Aravalli @ Trident Hotel

Near Lake Pichola

Superb in every way. You can choose between à-la-carte or the marvelous buffet which is one of the best in Udaipur. A visual delight and a gourmet's paradise. The restaurant is attractive, luxurious, relaxed and has a traditional touch.

Ambrai @ Amet Haveli Hotel

Outside Chandpole

lake-side level of Lake Pichola, with a view of the City Palace and the nightly fireworks show. Very romantic. Reservations are mandatory. Indian, Chinese, and Continental cuisines.

Charcoal @ Pratap Bhawan Hotel

This outdoor rooftop restaurant has a tandoor and a barbecue. Serves Kingfisher Strong beer. Great barbequed dishes.

Bawarchi Restaurant

east of Gangaur Ghat

Good food and fast service but it is popular with locals and thus can be very crowded.

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Cafe Edelweiss

near the lake; follow the signs

A German bakery that has amazing pies, cinnamon rolls, coffees, and sandwiches.

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Where to stay

Mewar Inn

opposite G.B.H. American Hospital, 3 km northeast of the City Palace

20 rooms. Away from the noisy tourist/old town area but easily accessible via tuk-tuk or 10 minutes by foot from Delhi Pol. Price changed in early 2015. Hard to beat the price. The hotel also has a rooftop restaurant.

Gangaur Palace / Ashoka Haveli

339 Gangaur Ghat Marg

A charming haveli centered around a courtyard. Rooftop restaurant.

Padmini Palace

directly east of the City Palace

20-room hotel across the street from a garden.

Krishna Ranch

7 km northwest of the city centre

A large ranch with horses in a rural setting. Cottages are spacious and are decorated with regional handicrafts. Great if you want to go bird watching, horse riding, hiking, biking, or exploring the local villages.

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Mewargarh Palace

near Chandpole Gate, just north of the Jagdish Temple

5-room homestay accommodation. Rooftop restaurant. Hidden in an alley next to a mosque.

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Anjani Hotel

77 Gangour Ghat Marg

A former palace. Rooms have balconies with lake views. Rooftop restaurant.

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