Here are some top 12 places to visit in Udaipur –

1. Jagdish Temple

Jagdish Temple lies in the middle of Udaipur, its construction got completed in 1651 and since then it has been in continuous worship. It’s a large Hindu temple with which is just opposite the Royal Palace. Jagdish temple is the biggest monument in Udaipur. The temple is located on the first floor, you have to climb 32 marble steps to reach the main shrine. The Jagdish temple depicts the Hindu Iconography and beautiful hand-carved stones. Around the main shrine of Lord Vishnu (Lord Jagdish), there are four more shrines which are dedicated to Lord Ganesh, Surya, Goddess Shakti and Lord Shiva. It’s the biggest temple in Udaipur, you must visit there with your family and take the blessings of Gods. 

2. Saheliyon ki Bari

Saheliyon Ki Bari is a renowned and famous garden located on the banks of Fateh Sagar Lake. It is one of the most famous and beautiful major tourist destinations in Udaipur. It is famous for its lush greenery, fountains, and marble art. In English, it means ‘Garden of Maids’ which was built by Maharana Sangram Singh in the 18th century for royal ladies who come here with maids and female companions to stroll and spend their leisure time. People visit here to enjoy the weather in a cool green environment and to see the marvelous and beautiful architecture of handsomely carved marbles pavilions, lotus pond, rain fountains, and kiosk in the pool of the garden. People can walk and explore this natural wonder for a long time and with this vibe feel relaxed.

3. Vintage and Classic Car Museum

It is a var museum in Udaipur owned by Arvind Singh Mewar which has a beautiful collection of vintage and classic cars. It showcases the royal vehicles of Maharanas of Mewars of both past and present times. If you love cars, this must be one of the places to visit in your bucket list which has around 20 antique cars of famous brands. Some of the famous cars like Rolls-Royce, Cadillacs, MG-TC convertible, Vauxhall-12, Ford-A Convertible and various exhibits like solar-powered rickshaws are in this amazing and unique museum. It is the best vacation spot for both kids and adults as everyone loves cars. You can even get lucky to spot a Royal Member driving one of these cars.

4. City Palace, Udaipur

Located magnificently on the banks of Lake Pichola, it is the largest royal palace complex in Udaipur, Rajasthan. It is famous for its fusion of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. This palace gives a panoramic view of the whole city and several historical monuments like Jag Mandir, Jagdish Temple, Monsoon Palace, and so on as it is located at the hilltop of Aravali Mountain range. This palace is considered as the most famous place for sightseeing and thus attracts a lot of visitors for its breathtaking view and natural surroundings. The trip to Udaipur is incomplete without visiting The City Palace. It is a fantastic mixture of the beauty of lakes and royal palace which shows us the rich culture and tradition of royal people.

5. Crystal Gallery

Crystal Gallery is one of the famous exhibitions situated in Fateh Prakash Palace in Udaipur city of Rajasthan. It is considered as the largest private crystal collection in the world with the most extraordinary collection which was established by Maharana Sajjan Singh in the year 1877. It is one of the most beautiful things you can visit un Udaipur which showcases precious and priceless crystal items like fountains, dresses, dining tables, sofa sets, crystal bed, washing bowls, mirrored tabletops and so on which were brought from various parts of the world. The whole collection of crystals shows the royalty of Mewar and this place gives a spectacular view of the famous Kale Pichola which is a mesmerizing sight to catch. This is one of the most impressive collections which you must visit once and see it yourself.

6. Jag Mandir

Jagmandir is also known as Lake Garden Palace or Jagat Mandir is a historic 17th-century palace built by Maharanas of Sisodia Rajputs on an island in the famous well-known Lake Pichola in Udaipur, Rajasthan. It is an exquisite palace that looks like a floating marble in the lake which is a mesmerizing sight to see. This palace is now owned by the HRH Group of Hotels and now is one of the most famous 5-start hotels in our country. It provides dining, spa, and bar to the corporate and leisure traveler as well as to celebrities who visit this tourist place from all over the world. Many ceremonial parties and mega-events are organized here by famous people and are famous for the regal experience it offers to the people. This is a place where people can come to not just see but also live and feel the life of royal people.

7. Sajjangarh Wildlife Sanctuary

This Sanctuary is located in Udaipur in the southern Aravali hills with a lush green area of 5.19 square kilometers. This exhilarating beauty is one of the best locations to witness and experience a wide variety of flora and fauna in the city. This place is hone for several living things like panthers, cheetahs, hares, blue bulls (Nilgais), wild boars, sambhars, hyenas, jackals, and a wide range of birds and reptiles. It was constructed by keeping in mind to maintain balance in the environment and human survival. This place is a must-visit location for nature and animal-loving people. It offers you trekking and watching a mesmerizing view of sunrise and sunset which attracts a lot of visitors. There is also a temple of Lord Shiva in the jungle which you can visit in this sanctuary which gives a thrilling and chilling experience in the vibe.

8. Bagore-ki-Haveli

This Rajput masterpiece constructed in the 18th century constructed by Prime Minister of Mewar province Amarvhand Badwa which is located at the heart of the City of Palaces known as Udaipur. This palace is a gem which is beside the famous Lake Pichola. If you are a cultural explorer and history buff, it is one of the must-visit places for you. It is majestically designed by artists which shows the status of that era and tells a colorful tale from a vibrant past. The beautiful glasswork and mural paintings add more beauty to this palace. Presently, it is a cultural center for India and various activities and festivals are organized here like The Dharohar Dance Festival and Puppet Show which showcases the rich culture and tradition of Rajasthan.

9. Shilpgram

It is a rural arts and crafts complex which is located just 3 kilometers away from Udaipur city. This beautiful place is surrounded by Aravali Mountains which is spread over a terrain of about 70 acres. This museum showcases the lifestyle of tribal and fold people of Udaipur and gives knowledge about rural arts and crafts by offering rural and urban artists to come together with the help of organizing workshops and camps. People should visit this place to see the arts and crafts of their culture and traditions. The best time to visit this place is during Shilpgram Festival which is organized between 21st December to 31st December which is filled with arts and handicrafts encouraging potters, artists, and designers. This festival also provides an opportunity to learn crafting with the help of its workshops. Many cultural programs are also held during evenings in this place and the amazing and delicious dishes of food stalls must be tried once which attracts many tourists and local visitors.

10. Sajjangarh Monsoon Palace

Known as The Monsoon Palace or Sajjan Garh Palace, built in the year 1884, is a hilltop palatial residence constructed by Maharana Sajjan Singh of the Mewar Dynasty which is located in Udaipur, Rajasthan overlooking the view of the famous and beautiful Fateh Sagar Lake. It is one of the must-visit places in Udaipur as this Aravali Hilltop palace offers a panoramic view of the surrounding countryside, lakes, and palaces of the city. It is called Monsoon palace because it was built to watch monsoon clouds and provides a mesmerizing view of sunrise and sunset. People come here to have a day off with their daily boring routine and have some adventurous trekking on the way and the spectacular view watching the sunset after reaching the top melts hearts of everyone. The palace is also one of its kind which has domes, jharokhas, and fountains all around the places which showcase the exquisite marvels of the architecture of Rajasthan. If you want to have an experience of adventure history and amazing view, this should be definitely in your must-visit places in Udaipur.

11. Swaroop Sagar Lake

Also known as Kumharia Talab, it is an artificial lake made by Maharana Swarup Singh in the year between 1842-1961. It was built to avoid water congestion and maintain water levels of Fatehsagar Lake and Lake Pichola and at present, this place is also famous among people for a one-day outing for a picnic and enjoying activities like boating and is always busy with visitors and local people who visit this place to admire its beauty. Most commonly in the monsoon season, this lake is best to visit with your friends, family, and loved ones as it is well lit with colorful lights along with waterfall from the dam which is a very relaxing and memorable view in itself. The lake is covered with beautiful gardens which fascinate the visitors about this wonderful picturesque site.

12. Bharatiya Lok Kala Mandal

It is one of the best museums in Udaipur, India which is famous for its rare and exclusive collection of articles of rural-dresses, puppets, ornaments, dolls, masks, folk musical instruments, paintings, and folk deities established by Mihir Chaudhary in the year 1952. It is very famous and attracts a lot of tourism because of its local handicrafts and things which is filled with the culture, tradition, and lifestyle of Rajasthan. It displays the best art and craft which should not be missed. It was made to promote the study of culture, art, festivals, and songs of Rajasthan and is the best place to know about the rich culture and folk history of Rajasthan. It is a must-visit place for people who live in folk culture and traditional arts and crafts. They also showcase puppet shows which are a must-visit the unique show in the puppet theatre (Kathputli) which you cannot see anywhere else.

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