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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.
Jagdish Temple ; Built
in 1651 A.D. by Maharana Jagat Singh, 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.
Sahcliyon-ki-Bari (Garden of the maids
of Honour) : This small ornamental garden was a
popular relaxing spot where loyal ladies came for a stroll and hence
the name. The garden has many fountains in its four delightful pools,
chiselled kiosks and marble elephants.
Pratap Memorial : Atop
the Moti Magri or pearl hill, overlooking the Fateh Sagar Lake is
the memorial of the Rajput hero Maharana Pratap with a bronze statue
of the Maharana. Fatch 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 cafe accessible by an enjoyable boat ride.
Pichhola 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.
Ahar : The ancient
capital of Sisodias, 3 km from Udai pur, Ahar boasts of a profusion
of royal cenotaphs of the rulers of Mewar. A rare collection of
antiquities including earthen pots, iron objects and other art items
excavated in the region are displayed in a small Govt. museum.
Snjjan Garh : Dominating
the city's skyline is the monsoon palace of Sajjan Garh. It offers
a panoramic overview of the city's lakes, palaces and the surrounding
countryside.
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.