Udaipur
This small, holy pilgrimage town of lakes and 400 temples is most well-known for the annual Pushkar Camel Fair which takes place every year around October/November.
Highlights
Lake Pichola
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Taking a boat ride on this, the main lake of the ‘city of lakes’, is essential. Created artificially in the 14th century to provide fresh drinking water, its islands are home to ancient pleasure palaces built by the ruling classes in order to enjoy the tranquility of the azure waters among the Aravali hills. One island, Jag Niwas, is now home to the renowned Lake Palace Hotel. Floating on the lake, Udaipur can be viewed from the unique angle of that which sustains it and the waterfront architecture truly appreciated.
Jagdish Temple
Popular with tourists, this Hindu temple stands in the middle of Udaipur amidst a throng of visitors, faithful and enterprising Rajasthanis selling artwork and traditional clothing.
City Palace
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The 450-year-old City Palace complex evokes images of Udaipur’s regal past. The largest palace of its kind in the state of Rajasthan: a series of courtyards, overlapping partitions, terraces, corridors and gardens. The eclectic style and flamboyant architecture houses a museum and luxury hotel whilst still playing host as a royal residence. Affording panoramic views of the lake and city this is the perfect place to connect with Udaipur’s glorious past whilst being treated to some of the state’s most intricate masonry.
Monsoon Palace
Atop the Aravali hills, the Monsoon Palace provides stunning views over all of Udaipur, especially at sunset. The palace is able to collect rainwater for year-round consumption and also featured in 007 movie, Octopussy!
Taj Lake Palace
18th century Palace floating on Lake Pichola now iconic luxury hotel as featured in the Bond film Octopussy. Accessible to residents only.
Night Market
Missed by many travellers on a fleeting visit of the city, Udaipur’s night market is typically Indian. Overflowing with people, produce and sheer vivacity a night market visit is always an enjoyable Indian memory.
Hotels
Discover the wonderful variety of places to stay in Udaipur; including some of the most luxurious hotels in the world, intimate boutique hotels bursting with local character, charming homestays where you’ll have a chance to interact with local families, converted forts & palaces, fabulous lodges and heritage havelis.
Tours
Below are a selection of our favourite sample itineraries that we have created based on our experiences of travelling extensively throughout India. As with all our tours, every aspect can be tailor-made to your individual requirements.
