Udaipur beats most places in India for being the most Romantic city in the country, snuggled in a valley surrounded by the Aravalli hills and a series of lakes dotting the city, it all adds up for a picturesque setting for a perfect romantic getaway, the capital of the ancient kingdom of Mewar the city is affectionately called ‘The city of lakes’
Udaipur is often compared to Venice for it’s charming natural beauty but that’s just not all, the city is also home to some of the most celebrated grand places, revered temples, cultural and spiritual experiences and traditional Rajasthani hospitality, the food and markets are not to be missed either !
Since its foundation in 1559 AD by the Maharana it is named after—Maharana Udai Singh II—this city has been the center of culture, politics, and spiritual life of the Kingdom.
All of these things blend together to make Udaipur a very popular tourist hub, and a highly desired honeymoon destination. You get an array of attractions in Udaipur.
On offer in this great city are grand palaces-turned-luxury hotels and quaint Havelis where you can wind time back and live like royalty. These include the iconic Lake Palace nestled in the middle of the majestic Lake Pichola— the biggest and most prominent of the seven lakes in the city. The lake is the nucleus around which much of life and tourism in Udaipur revolves. Its boat rides are legendary.
The Udaipur City Palace Complex which has been improved upon constantly over the last 500 years with the construction of great palaces, temples, public buildings, and monuments is a towering mega-structure perched on an elevated base that towers over everything else in the city. There is no grander Complex in all of Rajasthan!
For spiritual tranquility, you can pay respect at the city’s beloved Jagdish Temple, or visit the famous Jain Temple Complex at Ranakpur in the outskirts of the city.
At Resplendent Travel, our team of experienced travel consultants and expert local guides, work hard to put together the finest Udaipur tours for you that feature not just all the can’t-miss-and-must-do ‘touristy’ things, but also a thoughtful collection of bespoke activities to give you a pulse of the city like a native.
To plan your perfect Udaipur trip, check out our Things to Do and other sections to learn more.
