{"id":2310,"date":"2012-03-12T13:52:54","date_gmt":"2012-03-12T08:22:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.manahotels.in\/traveller\/?p=2310"},"modified":"2021-05-18T16:18:24","modified_gmt":"2021-05-18T10:48:24","slug":"southern-rajasthan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/rajasthan\/southern-rajasthan.html","title":{"rendered":"A Weekend in Southern Rajasthan"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"highslide\" href=\"http:\/\/www.manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/03\/Lake-Pichola.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2311 size-full\" title=\"Lake Pichola\" src=\"https:\/\/www.manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/03\/Lake-Pichola.jpg\" alt=\"Lake Pichola, Southern rajasthan\" width=\"294\" height=\"171\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In India, when you think of tourism, Rajasthan is the first word which strikes the mind. Southern Rajasthan is the most colourful place in India and its grandeur markedly stands apart. There is no dearth of tourist places in Rajasthan. The landscape of the largest state in India is dotted by magnificent temples, splendid forts, majestic palaces, wavy sand dunes, and serene lakes. This is complemented by the stately Aravallis which run through a large part of Rajasthan. Add to this the delectable cuisine of Rajasthan, its enchanting culture and the heartwarming hospitality of the people and you get a perfect recipe for perfect tourism. For the convenience of travellers, there are a number of excellent resorts in Rajasthan which offer luxurious living along with a bouquet of world class facilities. The resorts in Mt. Abu area are considered as some of the best resorts in state.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The southern part of Rajasthan is no less than its eastern and northern counterparts when it comes to attracting tourists. Udaipur and Chittorgarh are the two big ticket tourist destinations in southern Rajasthan. Nicknamed as the \u2018Lake City\u2019, Udaipur is a tourist\u2019s dream come true. It makes for an excellent weekend getaway for anyone and everyone who works hard during the weekdays and yearns for some relaxation during the weekend. Udaipur has also become the favourite marriage destination of people around the world. Many celebrities, including film stars, business families, and politicians have tied the nuptial knot in Udaipur.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s take a look at some of the prominent tourist attractions in and around Udaipur:<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Page Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/rajasthan\/southern-rajasthan.html\/#Major_Tourist_Attractions_in_Udaipur_Southern_Rajasthan\" >Major Tourist Attractions in Udaipur, Southern Rajasthan<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/rajasthan\/southern-rajasthan.html\/#City_Palace\" >City Palace<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/rajasthan\/southern-rajasthan.html\/#Sajjan_Garh_Monsoon_Palace\" >Sajjan Garh (Monsoon Palace)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/rajasthan\/southern-rajasthan.html\/#Jagdish_Temple\" >Jagdish Temple<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/rajasthan\/southern-rajasthan.html\/#Major_Tourist_Attractions_around_Udaipur\" >Major Tourist Attractions around Udaipur<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/rajasthan\/southern-rajasthan.html\/#Ranakpur\" >Ranakpur<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/rajasthan\/southern-rajasthan.html\/#Kumabalgarh\" >Kumabalgarh<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Major_Tourist_Attractions_in_Udaipur_Southern_Rajasthan\"><\/span><strong>Major Tourist Attractions in Udaipur, Southern Rajasthan<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"City_Palace\"><\/span><strong><a class=\"highslide\" href=\"http:\/\/www.manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/03\/City-Palace.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-2315 size-full\" title=\"City Palace, Udaipur \" src=\"https:\/\/www.manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/03\/City-Palace.jpg\" alt=\"City Palace, Udaipur \" width=\"266\" height=\"190\" \/><\/a>City Palace<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>\u2018<\/strong>City Palace\u2019 is a series of elegant palaces standing on the eastern bank of Lake Pichola. They date back to the 16<sup>th<\/sup> century. The balconies of the palace provide panoramic views of the Jag Mandir on one site and the city of Udaipur on the other. This makes for a spectacular experience for the tourists who are instantly awestruck by the opulence of the city and its architecture.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sajjan_Garh_Monsoon_Palace\"><\/span><strong>Sajjan Garh (Monsoon Palace)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This fairy-tale castle is perched atop a mountain range and tourists flock to it for breathtaking sunrise and sunset views. The palace was originally an astronomy centre. It is now owned by the Government of Rajasthan and is open to the public.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Jagdish_Temple\"><\/span><strong>Jagdish Temple<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Jagdish Temple is a huge Hindu temple right in the middle of Udaipur. Built by Maharana Jagat Singh I in 1651 AD, the temple is an architectural marvel. It is a brilliant example of Indo-Aryan architecture. It is one of the major tourist attractions in the city and one can also find Rajasthani dresses and paintings here.<\/p>\n<p>Other tourist attractions in Udaipur include Fateh Sagar Lake, Gulab Bagh and Zoo and <em>Saheliyon ki Bari<\/em>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Major_Tourist_Attractions_around_Udaipur\"><\/span><strong>Major Tourist Attractions around Udaipur<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ranakpur\"><\/span><strong> Ranakpur<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Located between Jodhpur and Udaipur, in a valley on the western side of the Aravalli range, Ranakpur is home to some of the most illustrious Jain temples. Over 1400 marble pillar support the Jain Temple. There is also a small Sun temple which is managed by the Udaipur royal family trust. The Ranakpur Hill Resort which is located very near to the temples offers a captivating view of the mountains and rugged countryside. The resort provides for a welcome getaway from the din and bustle of the fast-paced city life.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kumabalgarh\"><\/span><strong><a class=\"highslide\" href=\"http:\/\/www.manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/03\/Kumbalgarh1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-2313 size-full\" title=\"Kumbalgarh\" src=\"https:\/\/www.manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/03\/Kumbalgarh1.jpg\" alt=\"Kumbalgarh\" width=\"259\" height=\"194\" \/><\/a>Kumabalgarh<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A Mewar fortress in the Rajsamand district, Kumbalgarh is situated 82 kilometers towards northeast of Udaipur. Constructed in 16<sup>th<\/sup> century AD by Rana Kumbha, the fort stands majestically on a hilltop. From top of the fort one envision the historic boundaries of Mewar-Marwar and gives panoramic view of the countryside. A visit to the nearby Kumbalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary is a must makes for another thrilling experience.\u00a0 There are several good resorts in Kumbalgarh for the convenience of tourists.<\/p>\n<p>Southern Rajasthan is always calling out loud for an experience of a lifetime. This weekend, pack your bags and head to Southern Rajashtan. It will be \u201ca weekend to remember.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In India, when you think of tourism, Rajasthan is the first word which strikes the mind. Southern Rajasthan is the most colourful place in India and its grandeur markedly stands apart. There is no dearth of tourist places in Rajasthan. 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