Udaipur

Udaipur also known as the “City of Lakes”. The captivating lakes in attendance everywhere make a flawless milieu around the city as well as sets upon many hues, colours and smiles on many people. Udaipur has an area of 37 square kilometer and is located on the southern slope of the mighty Aravalli hills which separates the city from the Thar Desert. Udaipur is truly an exquisite city with ample of natural splendor set at every nook and corner. Once, Maharana Udai Singh happened to meet a holy sage when he was on his hunting expedition in the Aravalli Hills. The Sage counselled the King to establish a kingdom in the fertile valley that would be well-protected by the elevated Aravalli Hills. Subsequently, Maharana Udai Singh laid the foundation stone of Udaipur in 1557 A.D. This exotic city is full of palaces, temples and havelis present far and wide. The presence of greenery creates a sense of charm and harmony. It’s famed for its heritage and culture around the globe and acts as a center for the performing arts, painting and crafts.

Modes of Transport

Air: The Maharana Pratap Airport or Dabok Airport of Udaipur regularly receives direct flights from major cities such as Delhi, Jaipur, Jodhpur and Mumbai.

Rail: Udaipur is served by direct rail links with Delhi, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Udaipur, Jodhpur and Chittor with the railway station been just 4 kilometers away from the centre of the city. 

Road: The National Highway 8 links Udaipur to Delhi as well as Mumbai. There are numerous bus playing on this route, that can also connect other regional centers like Agra, Ahmedabad and few other cities of Rajasthan.