Udaipur: The Most Romantic City of India!

Udaipur often referred to as the ‘Venice of the East’, the ‘Most romantic City of India’ and the ‘Kashmir of Rajasthan’ is one of the most naturally beautiful cities on the planet. Fanciful and splendid, the Venice of the east holds the stage as one of India’s most alluring cities. Udaipur is a world-class destination, with splendid Lake Pichola lapping against shimmering white buildings, and the Aravalli hills closing in to frame the view.

Formerly known as Mewar, Udaipur was founded in 1559 when Maharaja Udai Singh II took flight from the final sacking of Chittor by the Mughal emperor Akbar. As Udai Singh and his contemporaries resisted Muslim might, the city grew a reputation for patriotic fervour and an aching love of independence. Apart from its history, culture, and scenic locations, Udaipur is also known for its Rajasthan-era palaces.

The city has three most beautiful interconnected lakes – the Fateh Sagar Lake, the Lake Pichhola and the smaller Swaroop Sagar Lake; along which, with forts, palaces, temples, gardens, mountains and narrow lanes lines strewn with stalls, relives the tales of the city’s heroic past, valor and chivalry. Many of the palaces have been converted into luxury hotels.

Udaipur is well known for handicrafts such as paintings, marble articles, silver arts, terracotta. The climate and social environment of the city is very pleasant and conducive to the visitors. The city continues to attract domestic as well as international tourists, owing to a number of historical and religious landmarks within the city as well as in the vicinity. Despite the continuously increasing tourism, cultural transformation and the growth of the city, it is still possible to experience the ethos of Udaipur in almost every part of it.

‘The Most Romantic City of India’ is also a favourite marriage destination. Many a celebrities, including film stars, business families, politicians have tied the nuptial knot here. Because of its picturesque and scenic locations, Udaipur has also been the shooting location for many Hollywood and Bollywood movies. Ranakpur, which is famous for its Jain Temple is just 110 kms away. Packed with grandeur and passion, Udaipur is a royal dream, with palaces, havelis and temples at every turn.