Rajasthan rolling - 3 (Udaipur)
The rain was light, but the road to Abuberg was covered in cloud and visibility was only 50 meters, forcing a late start. When we left at 07:00, the rain had almost stopped and the visibility had improved slightly to about 200 meters. After a few cups of strong tea we left for Udaipur.
After an accident free drive of 170 km on good roads, we reached Mandiram Palace Hotel in Udaipur at 11:30 am. After a heavy lunch, we took a walk to explore the Jagdish Temple and the City Palace, just a kilometer away. It was drizzling a bit annoyingly all the time.
All these are around Lake Pichola, which is in the old district of Udaipur, so all the routes are numerous.
Stiff and driving is more pain than pleasure.
The Jagdish Temple is located in the City Palace complex of Udaipur and is built in the Indo-Aryan architectural style. It was built in 1651 by Maharana Jagat Singh who ruled Udaipur between 1628 and 1653. This temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu (Lakshmi Narayana), the guardian of the universe.
This three-storied temple is an architectural marvel that includes beautifully carved pillars, ornate ceilings and painted walls. In those days, one and a half crore rupees were spent to build this structure. The top of the main temple is about 79 feet tall and decorated with figures of dancers, elephants, horsemen and musicians.
There are two large stone elephants at the entrance of the temple. To reach the main temple you have to climb 32 marble steps.
Here you will find a bronze statue of Garuda, a half-man, half-eagle figure who guards the gates of Lord Vishnu.
The main temple has a magnificent idol of the quadrupedal Lord Vishnu. This idol is carved out of a piece of black stone.
From here we visit the City Palace, a palace complex built by Maharana Uday Singh in 1559 when he moved from Chittor as the capital of the Sisodia Rajput clan. It is situated on the eastern bank of Lake Pichola and several forts are built within its complex. Udaipur is the historical capital and last capital of the ancient kingdom of Mewar in Badan Rajputana.
Built in an extravagant style, the City Palace is considered the largest of its kind in Rajasthan, is a blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles and is built on a hilltop with beautiful views of the city and its surroundings.
The city's palace complex consists of a series of palaces, east (as was the practice of the Maharana dynasty – Surya dynasty), 244 meters (801 ft) long and 30.4 meters wide at the back. meters (100 ft) high, built on a ridge adjacent to the western side of Lake Pichola. They were built over a long period of time by 76 generations of Sisodia Rajputs or Suryavanshi Rajputs (worshippers of the Sun God) from 1559 onwards. Various Maharanas starting with Uday Mirza Singh II (the title Maharana is very different from Maharaja as the former is a money warrior and the latter a ruler or king) have contributed greatly to the building which includes a collection of structures including 11 smaller structures isolated.
The unique aspect of this complex is that the architectural design (a rich amalgamation of Rajasthani, Mughal, Medieval, European and Chinese architecture) is highly homogenous and charming. The palace complex is built entirely of granite and marble.
Inside the palace complex with balconies, towers and domes are remnants of fine mirrors, marble, frescoes, murals, silverwork, inlays and stained glass. The resort offers panoramic views of the lake and Udaipur city from its top terrace.
Mor Chowk or Peacock Square is an integral part of the palace grounds. The intricate design of this room features three peacocks (representing the three seasons of summer, winter and monsoon).
Built in a series of niches in wall areas or jharokas and covered with colored glass mosaics, they were built during the reign of Maharana Sajjan Singh, 200 years after the establishment of the palace. The peacock is made from 5,000 pieces of glass, shimmering in green, gold and blue.
In 1974, part of the city palace and the "Zenana Mahal" (Women's Hall) were converted into a museum. It is very informative.
On the way back to the hotel we stopped at Govinda's for pizza and smoothies.
Now that we were so excited to try authentic Rajasthani food and have a look around, we noticed that there was a Nataraj Diner serving delicious Rajasthani Thali. So we ate there
Amazing Rajasthani Thali - our first since coming to Rajasthan!
Next morning, after breakfast, we will depart for the famous cable car that will take you to the top of the hill from where you can enjoy the beautiful view of Udaipur.
They started building a Karni Mata temple (famous for rats) next to a Durga.
Then we visit the magnificent museum of classic cars of the royal family. Very interesting to say the least
For lunch we again visited Nataraj's dining room, but this time an a la carte restaurant where we had Dal Bati, Tomato Sev, Gatte ki Sabji and the famous Pakodi Kadi all very delicious.
The rain continued to follow us and followed us to the Palace of Seasons in Sajjangarh covered in clouds. Season Palace, formerly known as Sajjan Garh Palace, is a luxurious hilltop residence overlooking Lake Pichola. Sajjangarh is named after Maharana Sajjan Singh (1874–1884) of the Mewar dynasty, who built it in 1884. It offers wonderful views of the city's lake, palaces and surrounding countryside. It is mainly built for viewing monsoon clouds; Hence, appropriately, it was known as Palacio Monzon. The Maharana is said to have built it on a hill to visit his ancestral home in Chittaurgarh. Formerly owned by the royal family of Mewar, it is now under the control of the Forest Department of the Government of Rajasthan and has recently been opened to the public.
In the afternoon we visit the Bagor Ki Haveli museum where a wonderful collection of puppets is displayed.
Bagor Ki Haveli is an ancient building standing on the platform of Gangori Ghat near Lake Pichola. The beautiful architecture of the palace has exquisite carvings and exquisite glass work. In the 18th century, Bagor Ki Haveli was built by Amir Chand Badwa, former Prime Minister of the royal court of Mewar. When Amar Badwa died, the building became the property of the Mewar kingdom.
In 1878, the haveli became the residence of Maharana Shakti Singh of Bagore, adding three more stories to the main structure. Since then the palace is known as Bagore Ki Haveli (Bagor House). The interior of the haveli is decorated with intricate and delicate mirrors. While walking through the haveli, you can see the private rooms of the royal ladies, their bathrooms, dressing rooms, beds.
room, family room, prayer room and rest room.
On the way back to the hotel, we stopped at the German Bakery for coffee and then had dinner at the "Food Place" which offers a great view of the brightly lit City Palace.
We couldn't visit the Lake Palace as it is no longer open to tourists. It is a Taj managed hotel so it is only open to residents/guests.
He retired us early throughout Udaipur as we had a long drive to Jodhpur next morning.
In Rajasthan-2
By Rajasthan-1
After an accident free drive of 170 km on good roads, we reached Mandiram Palace Hotel in Udaipur at 11:30 am. After a heavy lunch, we took a walk to explore the Jagdish Temple and the City Palace, just a kilometer away. It was drizzling a bit annoyingly all the time.
All these are around Lake Pichola, which is in the old district of Udaipur, so all the routes are numerous.
Stiff and driving is more pain than pleasure.
The Jagdish Temple is located in the City Palace complex of Udaipur and is built in the Indo-Aryan architectural style. It was built in 1651 by Maharana Jagat Singh who ruled Udaipur between 1628 and 1653. This temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu (Lakshmi Narayana), the guardian of the universe.
This three-storied temple is an architectural marvel that includes beautifully carved pillars, ornate ceilings and painted walls. In those days, one and a half crore rupees were spent to build this structure. The top of the main temple is about 79 feet tall and decorated with figures of dancers, elephants, horsemen and musicians.
There are two large stone elephants at the entrance of the temple. To reach the main temple you have to climb 32 marble steps.
Here you will find a bronze statue of Garuda, a half-man, half-eagle figure who guards the gates of Lord Vishnu.
The main temple has a magnificent idol of the quadrupedal Lord Vishnu. This idol is carved out of a piece of black stone.
From here we visit the City Palace, a palace complex built by Maharana Uday Singh in 1559 when he moved from Chittor as the capital of the Sisodia Rajput clan. It is situated on the eastern bank of Lake Pichola and several forts are built within its complex. Udaipur is the historical capital and last capital of the ancient kingdom of Mewar in Badan Rajputana.
Built in an extravagant style, the City Palace is considered the largest of its kind in Rajasthan, is a blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architectural styles and is built on a hilltop with beautiful views of the city and its surroundings.
The city's palace complex consists of a series of palaces, east (as was the practice of the Maharana dynasty – Surya dynasty), 244 meters (801 ft) long and 30.4 meters wide at the back. meters (100 ft) high, built on a ridge adjacent to the western side of Lake Pichola. They were built over a long period of time by 76 generations of Sisodia Rajputs or Suryavanshi Rajputs (worshippers of the Sun God) from 1559 onwards. Various Maharanas starting with Uday Mirza Singh II (the title Maharana is very different from Maharaja as the former is a money warrior and the latter a ruler or king) have contributed greatly to the building which includes a collection of structures including 11 smaller structures isolated.
The unique aspect of this complex is that the architectural design (a rich amalgamation of Rajasthani, Mughal, Medieval, European and Chinese architecture) is highly homogenous and charming. The palace complex is built entirely of granite and marble.
Inside the palace complex with balconies, towers and domes are remnants of fine mirrors, marble, frescoes, murals, silverwork, inlays and stained glass. The resort offers panoramic views of the lake and Udaipur city from its top terrace.
Mor Chowk or Peacock Square is an integral part of the palace grounds. The intricate design of this room features three peacocks (representing the three seasons of summer, winter and monsoon).
Built in a series of niches in wall areas or jharokas and covered with colored glass mosaics, they were built during the reign of Maharana Sajjan Singh, 200 years after the establishment of the palace. The peacock is made from 5,000 pieces of glass, shimmering in green, gold and blue.
In 1974, part of the city palace and the "Zenana Mahal" (Women's Hall) were converted into a museum. It is very informative.
On the way back to the hotel we stopped at Govinda's for pizza and smoothies.
Now that we were so excited to try authentic Rajasthani food and have a look around, we noticed that there was a Nataraj Diner serving delicious Rajasthani Thali. So we ate there
Amazing Rajasthani Thali - our first since coming to Rajasthan!
Next morning, after breakfast, we will depart for the famous cable car that will take you to the top of the hill from where you can enjoy the beautiful view of Udaipur.
They started building a Karni Mata temple (famous for rats) next to a Durga.
Then we visit the magnificent museum of classic cars of the royal family. Very interesting to say the least
Buick Super 1946
Very knowledgeable museum guide showed us around.For lunch we again visited Nataraj's dining room, but this time an a la carte restaurant where we had Dal Bati, Tomato Sev, Gatte ki Sabji and the famous Pakodi Kadi all very delicious.
The rain continued to follow us and followed us to the Palace of Seasons in Sajjangarh covered in clouds. Season Palace, formerly known as Sajjan Garh Palace, is a luxurious hilltop residence overlooking Lake Pichola. Sajjangarh is named after Maharana Sajjan Singh (1874–1884) of the Mewar dynasty, who built it in 1884. It offers wonderful views of the city's lake, palaces and surrounding countryside. It is mainly built for viewing monsoon clouds; Hence, appropriately, it was known as Palacio Monzon. The Maharana is said to have built it on a hill to visit his ancestral home in Chittaurgarh. Formerly owned by the royal family of Mewar, it is now under the control of the Forest Department of the Government of Rajasthan and has recently been opened to the public.
In the afternoon we visit the Bagor Ki Haveli museum where a wonderful collection of puppets is displayed.
Bagor Ki Haveli is an ancient building standing on the platform of Gangori Ghat near Lake Pichola. The beautiful architecture of the palace has exquisite carvings and exquisite glass work. In the 18th century, Bagor Ki Haveli was built by Amir Chand Badwa, former Prime Minister of the royal court of Mewar. When Amar Badwa died, the building became the property of the Mewar kingdom.
In 1878, the haveli became the residence of Maharana Shakti Singh of Bagore, adding three more stories to the main structure. Since then the palace is known as Bagore Ki Haveli (Bagor House). The interior of the haveli is decorated with intricate and delicate mirrors. While walking through the haveli, you can see the private rooms of the royal ladies, their bathrooms, dressing rooms, beds.
room, family room, prayer room and rest room.
On the way back to the hotel, we stopped at the German Bakery for coffee and then had dinner at the "Food Place" which offers a great view of the brightly lit City Palace.
We couldn't visit the Lake Palace as it is no longer open to tourists. It is a Taj managed hotel so it is only open to residents/guests.
He retired us early throughout Udaipur as we had a long drive to Jodhpur next morning.
In Rajasthan-2
By Rajasthan-1
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