The Mewar Festival is celebrated to
welcome the advent of spring. It coincides with the festival of Gangaur
in Udaipur and has a unique charm about it. The festival of Gangaur is
very significant for women of Rajasthan. It is a time for them to dress
up in their best clothes and participate in the festival. Activities
They gather to dress the images of Isar and Gangaur and then carry them in a ceremonial procession through different parts of the city. The procession winds its way to the Gangaur Ghat at Lake Pichhola. Here, the images are transferred to special boats amidst much singing and festivity.
Once the religious part of the festival is over, it is time for cultural events where Rajasthani culture is portrayed through songs, dances and other programmes. The festival culminates with an impressive fireworks display. Like other fairs and festivals celebrated throughout the state, there is a lot of activity, which keeps the participants in a joyful frame of mind, eager to enjoy every moment.
History
Udaipur is the jewel of Mewar kingdom ruled by the Sisodia dynasty for 1200 Years. The foundation of the city has an interesting legend associated with it. According to it, Maharana Udai Singh, the founder, was hunting one day when he met a holy man meditations on a hill overlooking the Lake Pichhola.The hermit blessed the Maharana and advised him to build a palace at this favorable located spot with a fertile valley watered by the stream, a lake, an agreeable altitude and an amphitheater of low mountains. Maharana followed the advise of the hermit and founded the city in 1559 A.D.
Places to see
Udaipur is famous for City Palaces, Saheliyon-ki-Bari, The Suraj Gokhada, Pratap Memorial and many more.
Udaipur city guide and travel informations
Getting there
By Air
Udaipur is well connected to all the major cities which includes Delhi, Mumbai, Jodhpur, Jaipur.
By Road
Rajasthan Roadways run very comfortable deluxe & air conditioned buses from Jaipur, Delhi, Ahmedabad to Udaipur. The roads are very good, and it takes around 8-9 hr. from Jaipur. You can also come by taxi from Jaipur and Ahmedabad.
By Train
Udaipur is connected to many major cities of India. There are daily trains from Delhi, Jaipur.The best train between Delhi and Udaipur, the daily Chetak Express. Trains take around 12 Hrs from Jaipur to Udaipur.
Hotels
Luxurious five star hotels
These are five star property and luxurious heritage hotels. The hotels range anything from 200 USD - 400 USD.
Business Hotels
These are 2 - 3 star hotels, comes with all the comforts and are good enough when you do not want to spend a lot and looks for comfort also.
Budget Hotels
These are budget hotels, and the facilities vary with the hotels but still some are very good.
Other accommodations
Paying Guest accommodation, Railway Retiring rooms, dormitory are some of the other cheap options when you are travelling alone and looking for the most cheap place to stay.
Udaipur hotel directory and accommodation guide.
Tour Operators
There are tour operators and travel agents to help you in planning and making arrangements to see the Elephant Festivals.
Udaipur travel agents and tour operators
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