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Udaipur - Introduction
UDAIPUR is also known as the "City of Palaces", a "Fairyland" and a "Vision in Dream". It is surrounded by hills, mountains, and its beautiful palaces are mirrored in the calm blue water of Lake Pichola. Udaipur, as the capital of Mewar, was created by Maharana Udai Singh in 1568. The lakeside city was built on a small wooded plain encircled by mountains, which was in direct contrast to the masculinity of Chittor and Kumbhalgarh. The houses and temples of the old city stretch out around the Lake Pichola in a pale honeycomb that makes Udaipur an oasis of colors in a stark and arid region like Rajasthan.
Udaipur - Important Information
| Area | 37 sq. km |
| Population | 3,66,000 |
| Altitude | 577 meters above sea level |
| Languages | Rajasthani, Hindi, English |
| Best time to visit | September-March |
| STD Code | 0294 |
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