Udaipur City | Image Resource : rajasthandirect.com
 

Udaipur is a major city and a historic capital of the Kingdom of Mewar in the erstwhile Rajputana agency. The city was discovered by Maharana Udai Singh of the Sisodia Clan of Rajput in the year 1553 but later he shifted his capital from the city of Chittorgarh to Udaipur. It remained as the capital city until 1818 when it came under the control of the British. Udaipur is renowned for its rich history, vibrant culture, scenic locations and opulent palaces that belonged to the Rajput Dynasty. Some of the famous historic places in Udaipur are as follows.

1. The City Palace : -

The City Palace is amongst the top historic places to visit in Rajasthan. It truly reflects the majestic grandeur and simplicity of Rajasthan architecture. It is often regarded as a Palace complex since there are a cluster of several buildings and imposing towers. Needless to say, there are many awe-inspiring attractions located within the premises of the palace such as the Crystal Gallery, The Vintage Car Museum, Daawat-i Aam, Daawat-i-Khas and the Maharani Palace.

Visitors can also witness the famous Mewar Light and Sound Show which is screened daily in the palace during evening.

2. Lake Pichola : -

Lake Pichola is a huge man-made lake and a major landmark of Udaipur. Visitors can go on for a boat ride and paddle along the Lake Pichola. The journey starts from Rameshwar Ghat in the City Palace. This lake also houses two popular islands of Udaipur known as  Jagniwas and Jagmandir.

3. Lake Palace : -

Lake Palace is one of the frequent visited places by tourists in Udaipur. It was constructed by Maharaja Jagat Singh II and it is located near the banks of Lake Pichola. The palace is beautifully embellished with fretwork screens and sculpted marbles. It is currently owned and operated by the Taj Group of companies.

4. Jag Mandir : -

Jag Mandir is a 17th century structure located in the midst of Lake Pichola. Visitors will be greeted by a marble-made elephants which is positioned outside the building. This three storied structure also features certain sections such as Gul Mahal which is an elegant facade, a enchanting garden courtyard and the Darikhana on the northern side.

5. Jagdish Temple : -

It is an Indo-Aryan temple constructed by Maharana Jagat Singh. This temple is located near the Badi-pol entrance of the city palace. This shrine also houses a brass image of Garuda which is the mount (vahana) of Lord Vishnu. A large number of devotees throng the temple daily to witness the Aarti that is performed during sunrise and sunset.

Udaipur is indeed a favorite and a weekend getaway for you and for your family. There is much more to explore in Udaipur apart from the above mentioned top historic places.
 

Trident Udaipur | Image Resource : tridenthotels.com

For budget backpackers Trident Udaipur hotel could be the best option to check-in. This hotel is located on the banks of charming and pleasing Lake Pichola. It is also an easy access to some of the top attractions in Udaipur such as Jagdish Temple and the City Palace. Trident Hotel is equipped with contemporary amenities such as beauty salons, spas and even bars for the guests to relax and unwind.

This hotel also houses a fitness center which will be an ideal treat for fitness freaks. They also have an ultra modern conference and banquet halls with facilities like LCD Projector and multi-media projector where business meetings and functions can be organized.

"Aravalli" which is the hotel's famous multi-cuisine restaurant offers a wide range of traditional Indian cuisines as well as Western and Rajasthani delicacies to its customers.