About Udaipur
Royal Capital of a divine dynasty or languid lake city , Udaipur, was founded in 1567 by Maharana Udai Singh, a descendant of the legendary Sisodias of Mewar.
Dotted with marble palaces, hibiscus - laden gardens and fountain pavilions, Udaipur appeals to the imagination of poets and painters, travellers and writers like no other city in the country. The city's inherent romance and beauty and its remarkable past redolent with episodes of heroism and splendour, continue to enthral the visitor even today. Udaipur, the City of Dawn, looms up like a vision in white. Surrounded by hills and mountains and set on the edge of three lakes which lead on to a fertile plain - it is a truly enchanting city. Narrow streets lined with vividly coloured stalls, gardens, temples and palaces mirrored in the placid blue waters of lake Pichhola, add to the magic of Udaipur. It can be reached from any part of India through airlines, railways and by road.
Dotted with marble palaces, hibiscus - laden gardens and fountain pavilions, Udaipur appeals to the imagination of poets and painters, travellers and writers like no other city in the country. The city's inherent romance and beauty and its remarkable past redolent with episodes of heroism and splendour, continue to enthral the visitor even today. Udaipur, the City of Dawn, looms up like a vision in white. Surrounded by hills and mountains and set on the edge of three lakes which lead on to a fertile plain - it is a truly enchanting city. Narrow streets lined with vividly coloured stalls, gardens, temples and palaces mirrored in the placid blue waters of lake Pichhola, add to the magic of Udaipur. It can be reached from any part of India through airlines, railways and by road.
Quick Facts
Average temperature in Udaipur in Celsius.
Area: 37 sq km
Altitude: 577 metres
Rainfall: 61 cms
Languages: Mewari, English, Hindi
Jan: 25°C | Feb: 28°C |
| Mar: 33°C | Apr: 37°C |
| May: 40°C | Jun: 38°C |
| Jul: 36°C | Aug: 36°C |
| Sep: 34°C | Oct: 30°C |
| Nov: 29°C | Dec: 26°C |
Area: 37 sq km
Altitude: 577 metres
Rainfall: 61 cms
Languages: Mewari, English, Hindi
Best Buys
Udaipur is a Shoppers Paradise. For Art Lovers there are Paintings, Miniatures, Contemporary Art, Marble Handicrafts, Metal Furniture, Fabric and much more. Udaipur is also known for leather products, jewellery, rug weaving and marble work. Craftsmanship at its best can be seen in the rustic and chunky silver jewellery and wooden toys. The animated colours and themes painted on the pichwais or the wall hanging are also world-renowned.
