UDAIPUR TRAVEL GUIDE
Excursions
Eklingji (22 km) 
Built
in 734 A.D. is the beautifully sculpted temple complex with 108 temples within
its high walls. The temples are dedicated to Lord Shiva, the presiding deity of
Mewar rulers. The walled complex encloses and elaborately pillared hall or ‘mandap’
under a large pyramidal roof and has four-faced image of Lord Shiva in black marble.
Ranakpur (90 km) The beautifully sculptured Jain temples
lie in a tranquil valley of the Aravallis. The main ‘Chaumukha Temple’
is dedicated to the tirthankara Adinath and has 29 halls supported by 1444 pillars,
all distinctly carved. Two jain temples dedicated to Neminath and Parsvanath and
a Sun Temple a little distance away ,are also noteworthy.
Nagda (23
km) The ancient site dating back to the 6th century A.D. is renowned for
the Sas-Bahu temples (9t - 10th century A.D.) with interesting architecture and
carvings. The splendid Jain temples of Adbudji are also worth a visit. Haldighati
(40 km): A historical site, witness to the great battle fought between Maharana
Pratap and Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1576 A.D. The Chhatri of Maharana’s horse-Chetak
is noteworthy.
Nathdwara (48 km) The most reverred 17th century
shrine, dedicated Shrinathji or Lord Krishna,attracts thousands of Pilgrims from
all over the country,especially during Diwali, Holi and Janmashtami when their
number exceeds a lak. Foreign tourists are not permitted inside and photographs
is prohibited.
Kankroli (65 km) An important vaishnava temple popularly called Dwarikadish.
It is the most important temple of the Vallabhacharya sect,built to resemble the
famous Nathdwara shrine.
Rajsamand Lake (66 km)
Close to
Kankroli is the dam built by Maharana Raj Singh in 1660 A.D. Many ornamental arches
and chhatris adorn the embankment.
Kumbhalgarh Fort ( 84 km)
The second principal fortress in Rajasthan after Chittaurgarh, it is perched
atop the Aravallis.Built in the 15th century by Maharana Kumbha, it extends over
12 km and enclose many temples,palaces and gardens.The fort renovated in the 19th
century. The Badal Mahal or Cloud Palace offers a spectacular bird’s eye
view of the surrounding countryside. Closeby is the Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary
with a rich variety of wildlife. The Fort is accessible only by jeep from Kelwara
through the seven gates.
Jagat (58 km)
The splendid and
well preserved 10th century temple of Ambika Mata is known for its intricate carvings
in the outer walls. Popularly known as the Khajuraho of Rajasthan.
Jaisamand
Lake (48 km) A stunningly situated artificial lake, built in the 17th
century A.D. by Maharana Jai Singh is the second largest in Asia. Graceful marble
chhatris flank the embankment and beautiful summer palaces of the Udaipur queens
are built on either side of the lake. Jaisamand Island Resort is also worth visiting.
A trip to Jaisamand Wildlife Sanctuary allows a close encounter with the rich
wildlife in their natural habitat. The fauna includes panther,wild boar,deer,four
honed antelope, mongoose and various species of migratory birds.
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