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Half Day City Tour
- Udaipur/Rajasthan
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Udaipur Half
Day City Tour |
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Time: 9.00 am to 1.00 pm. City Sightseeing visiting the City Palace,
Jagdish Temple, Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandir, Sahelion - ki-Bari,
Fatehsagar Lake, Pratap Smarak, Sajjan Niwas Garden, Museum ,
zoo return to Hotel after city drive.
 City Palace : A majestic architectural
marvel towering over the lake on a hill surrounded by crenallated walls, it is a
conglomeration of courtyards, pavilions, terraces, corridors, rooms and hanging gardens.
The main entrance is through the triple arched gate, the ‘Tripolia’ with eight
marble porticos. The maharanas were weighed under the gate in gold, the equivalent amount
of which was distributed among the populace.
The Suraj Gokhada, the balcony of the sun, is where the Suryavanshi Maharanas of Mewar
presented themselves to the people in time of trouble to restore their confidence. The
‘Mor Chowk’ known for its exquisite peacock mosaics in glass and the ‘Chini
Chitrashala’ noted for its blue and white ceramics are other attractions in the
Palace.
Note :
- City Palace is Close on Dhulendi
(Second Day of Holi) & 2nd Saturday of March Month as there is
some function.
- It is open from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
- All other Monuments are open all days
except 2 to 3 days in a year. (ex. for Shootings purpose)
 Jagdish Temple : Built in 1651 A.D. by
Maharana Jagat Singh,
Considerd to be one of the most loveliest sights of attraction in
Udaipur the temple has wonderful architecture. Lord Vishnu is
worshipped here. A terrific example of Indo Aryan art this temple is
said to be an important Vishnu temple in north India.
This Indo-Aryan temple is the largest and the most beautiful temple
of Udaipur with noteworthy sculpted images.
Bharatiya Lok Kala Museum : The interesting collection exhibited by this Indian
folk arts museum includes folk dresses, ornaments, puppets, masks, dolls, folk musical
instruments, folk deities and paintings. Saheliyon-ki-Bari (Garden of the maids of Honour):
This small ornamental garden was a popular relaxing spot where royal ladies came for a
stroll and hence the name. The garden has many fountains in its four delightful pools,
chiselled kiosks and marble elephants.
Maharana Pratap Memorial :
 Sightseeing in Udaipur
is incomplete without visiting the Maharana Pratap memorial. Here
lies a bronze statuette of the courageous king on the back of his
ever faithful horse known as Chetak. People visit this place to pay
homage to the bravery of this great ruler.
Fateh Sagar :
A beautiful lake, overlooked by a number of hills on the three
sides and the Pratap Memorial on the north was built by Maharana Fateh Singh. In the
middle of the lake is Nehru Park – a lovely garden island with a boat shaped café
accessible by an enjoyable boat ride.
Pichchola Lake :
 The picturesque lake
that entranced Maharaja Udai Singh. It was later enlarged by the founder. The lake is
surrounded by hills, palaces, temples bathing ghats and embankments. Two island palaces,
Jag Mandir and Jag Niwas (Lake Palace) on the lake are of breathtaking magnificence.
The serene lake waters are a pleasure to watch out for.
Garden of the Maidens (Sahelion ki Bari) : A beautiful
garden adorned with luscious pools , colorful fountains and exotic
plants reflects the lifestyle of the royal ladies during the ancient
times.
Monsoon Palace (Sajjan Garh) : This palace is unique for the
purpose for which it was constructed. The palace was built by Sajjan
Singh to keep a watch over the monsoon clouds in the surrounding
region. Later it was used as a hunting retreat for the royal family.
Initially the king had intended to establish a nine storied
astronomical center at this spot but his sudden demise shattered his
plans.
Gulab Bagh : A spectacular rose Garden laid out by Maharana Sajjan Singh. A
library in the garden has a rare collection of ancient handwritten manuscripts and books.
Location : Udaipur
Duration : 1 - 4 Hrs.
Itinerary :
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Pick up at between 09:00 AM in morning from Hotel
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visiting the City Palace, Jagdish Temple, Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandir, Sahelion - ki - Bari,
Fatehsagar Lake, Pratap Smarak, Sajjan Niwas Garden, Museum,
zoo.
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Return back around 13:00 hrs & drop at Hotel.
Number of Pax :
Guide Service :
- Optional on Request
- English Speaking or language of your choice subject to
availability
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