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Udaipur City of Lakes

Udaipur City Guide

Udaipur, the City of Lakes, is one of Rajasthan’s most scenic destinations. Known for royal palaces, serene lakes, and cultural heritage, it is ideal for couples, families, and luxury travellers.

📍 Quick Facts

StateRajasthan
NicknameCity of Lakes
Ideal Duration2–3 Days
LanguagesHindi, English

🌦 Live Weather & Network

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📱 NetworkJio, Airtel, VI
🌐 InternetStrong 4G, limited 5G

🗓 Best Time to Visit

Oct – MarPleasant sightseeing
Apr – JunHot afternoons
Jul – SepGreen monsoon views
FestivalsWinter & spring

🎯 Things to See & Do

🏰 Heritage
🍽 Food
🛍 Shopping
✨ Experiences
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City PalaceLargest palace complex overlooking Lake Pichola
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Lake PicholaBoat rides and sunset views
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Jag MandirIsland palace accessible by boat
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Sajjangarh FortHilltop fort with panoramic views
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Dal Baati ChurmaTraditional Rajasthani dish
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Gatte Ki SabziGram flour curry
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KachoriPopular breakfast snack
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GhewarFamous Rajasthani sweet
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Hathi Pol BazaarHandicrafts & paintings
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Bada BazaarTextiles & souvenirs
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ShilpgramArts & crafts village
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Local ShopsMiniature paintings
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Boat RideEvening ride on Lake Pichola
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Cultural ShowsBagore Ki Haveli
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Sunset ViewsSajjangarh viewpoints
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Heritage WalkOld city walking tours

🗺 Suggested Udaipur Itinerary

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Day 1City Palace · Jagdish Temple · Boat Ride
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Day 2Sajjangarh · Saheliyon Ki Bari · Shopping
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Day 3Shilpgram · Leisure · Departure

🚆 How to Reach Udaipur

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Maharana Pratap Airport (UDR)22 km · Flights from ₹2,500
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Udaipur City Railway StationDirect trains · From ₹300
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Udaipole Bus StandRajasthan Roadways · From ₹250
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TaxiJaipur ↔ Udaipur · From ₹3,500

🏨 Where to Stay in Udaipur

Luxury Hotels
Mid-Range Hotels
Budget & Homestays
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Taj Lake PalaceIconic heritage hotel on Lake Pichola
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Oberoi UdaivilasUltra-luxury palace resort
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Raffles UdaipurIsland luxury resort
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The Leela PalacePremium lakeside luxury stay
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Trident UdaipurComfortable stay near Fateh Sagar
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Fateh Prakash PalaceRoyal heritage hotel
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Howard JohnsonModern business-friendly hotel
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Hotel LakendLake-facing mid-range stay
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Zostel UdaipurPopular backpacker hostel
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Moustache HostelSocial hostel with views
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Madri HaveliAffordable heritage stay
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Guesthouse HavelisBudget local stays

🍴 Popular Restaurants

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AmbraiLakeside fine dining
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Upre by 1559 ADRooftop palace views
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Khamma GhaniAuthentic Rajasthani food
Jheel’s CaféCasual lakeside café

📍 Nearby Destinations

⛰️
Mount Abu · 165 kmRajasthan’s only hill station
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Kumbhalgarh · 85 kmMassive fort & wildlife sanctuary
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Chittorgarh · 120 kmHistoric Rajput fort city

👕 What to Wear

Summer – Light cotton
Winter – Light jacket
Monsoon – Quick-dry clothes
Temples – Modest attire

🎉 Festivals

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Mewar FestivalMarch · Cultural celebrations
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Shilpgram FestivalDecember · Crafts & folk art
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DiwaliOct–Nov · Festival of lights