About Udaipur
Like all the cities in Rajasthan, Udaipur also has a rich history and cultural heritage. It was formerly the capital of the Mewar Kingdom and was founded by Raja Udai Singh in the 15th century. Udaipur is located in the southern-most part of Rajasthan and is closer to the Gujarat border. Therefore, it has good connectivity to the central locations of both Rajasthan and Gujarat.
Udaipur is also known as the 'City of Lakes' because of the number of lakes present in the city. For this precise reason, the city is also known as the 'Venice of the east.' During the British Administration, the city was also dubbed as one of the most romantic places in India. If you are looking for a romantic getaway, you can check flights to Udaipur on the IndiGo website.
For a history fanatic, this place is a must-visit. You can witness many forts and the local culture is steeped in history. When visiting Udaipur, make sure the following places and things are included in your itinerary.
Places to visit in Udaipur
- City Palace: What is the point of going to the city of lakes if you do not visit the lakes? Udaipur City Palace is among the most famous and most visited tourist attractions in Udaipur. The architecture is a marvel that will steal your heart. Coined as a romantic place to visit, it is located beside lake Pichola. You can enjoy boat rides, and the lake also has many small islands that you can visit, especially at night.
- The Monsoon Palace: This palace was built by Maharaja Sajjan Singh and was known as the Sajjangarh. He built it to watch the clouds in the monsoon floating by. Hence, the palace got its name. Visit during monsoon season for the purpose this palace was built. Even if you visit other times of the year, you can still enjoy the panoramic view of the area surrounding it.
- Fateh Sagar Lake: This is one of the most beautiful lakes in Udaipur. There are three small islands in the lake. One of the islands has public parks that you can visit by small boat ride.
About Maharana Pratap Airport, Udaipur
This Udaipur airport is located in Dabok, 22 km east of the city, and is spread over 504 acres of area. The IATA code for this airport is UDR.