Udaipur India Hotels

Known as the city of lakes and Venice of the east, Udaipur in India is surrounded by picturesque lakes and mountains. This scenic backdrop has been included in numerous movies including James Bond's Octopussy. When considering staying in Udaipur india hotels offer a wide range of facilities and services to suit everyone's travel needs. Udaipur is situated in the state of Rajasthan in western India. The city was the ancient capital of Rajput kingdom of Mewar and the history and culture of the past is evident around the city and old town.

The city has five prominent lakes, some with islands, three interconnecting lakes and some smaller lakes forming part of the watercourses. The lush hills of Aravails surround the city and create a lovely backdrop against the lakes. Pichola is the largest and oldest lake and by far the most beautiful, surrounded by palaces and temples on elevated hills rising from the waters. There are several islands on the lake which visitors can explore on boat rides.

Once in Udaipur, the city offers more than just stunning scenery and romantic images to capture the imagination. With impressive palaces with lavish interiors, large forts with imposing architecture, beautiful temples, museums, gardens and one of the largest observatories in Asia, there is plenty to do.

There are lots of palaces within the city but by far the most impressive is the spectacular Udaipur Lake Palace. Often described as one of the most romantic places to visit, the palace sits on a four acre island on Pichola Lake and appears to rise from the waters against backdrop of hills. The palace is now a hotel though it can be viewed from the city and the lake. Just across from Lake Palace on the banks of Pichola Lake is City Palace. This is one of the most visited tourist attractions and the largest palace complex in the state. The building is stunning and features a mixture of Medieval, European and Chinese architecture with towers, domes, arches and courtyards, built in granite and marble.

There are many temples located just outside of the city including Eklingji Temple, one of the most famous in the state. The architecture is beautiful with a double storied temple and carved tower, all dedicated to Lord Shiva of the Hindu religion.

For those wanting peace and tranquility within the hustle and bustle of the city, a walk round Sajjan Niwas Garden is a must. The largest gardens in the state, they are unique within India for their numerous varieties of roses and rose beds. There is also a small zoo with animals such as birds, tigers and leopards.

Udaipur has a solar observatory considered to be the best in Asia. Situated on an island on lake Fateh Sagar, the observatory is designed the same as the model at Big Bear Lake in Southern California. There are a range of telescopes that provide good quality solar observations. The observatory can be reached by visitors through boat rides across the lake.

The Mewar Festival welcomes the arrival of the spring season and is a great way for visitors to experience the culture and traditions. During the festival the city is immersed in vibrant colors, lights and decorations. There are various processions in traditional dress, dances, singing and fireworks to celebrate the culture. When staying in Udaipurindia hotels vary from five star to more reasonably priced alternatives. In Udaipurindia hotels offer unrivalled Indian service and a wide range of facilities depending on the budget.

For a luxury five star stay, expect fantastic facilities and services such as spas and fitness centers, tour desks, fine cuisine in a range of restaurants, rooftop swimming pools, dry cleaning services and currency exchanges. Luxury rooms may include rainfall showers, large bathtubs, nice scented toiletries, bathrobes, grooming kits, minibars, flat screen satellite televisions, air conditioning, designer interiors, room service, free internet, balconies and views from the large picturesque windows.

For those on a budget there are a range of hotels in Udaipur that are reasonably priced without compromising on comfort and services. These modern hotels offer friendly service and a range of facilities including private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, televisions, tour desks, cafes and coffee shops and free internet and parking.

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