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Tilak Holi

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The Days Have went away when we used to fill the overhead tanks with colors and enjoyed seeing colors flowing from through Taps at Their Home.

The Days Have Passed when we used to throw Water Balloons at Anyone Going Outside our Home.

The Days Have Passed Today we Are facing a Lot of Water Shortage In Our So called City Of Lakes – Udaipur. The Lakes Have dried up ‘We are Running Short of Water’.

Can we imagine now to waste gallons of Water to Play Holi? Wont we be called Criminals.

Traditions Changes , Culture Changes, Friends Changes – Cant We Change This Time?? Why cant we all stand together , and put a firm foot forward and oppose Wet HOLI CELEBRATIONS. In Times When Our Lakes Have dried Up and Have converted to Muddy Pits. The time When We are Facing Water Shortage. Why cant We celebrate this Holi in a Whole new Way as we Never Did Before.

But getting ready to Play ‘Dry Holi’ is not confining ourself to Play with ‘Gulal’ Throwing it on others.   It is to leave all those Practices and move to a bit more practical Means – That is Adopting the Measure to Play ‘Dry Holi’.

No doubt we can save a lot of water playing dry Holi; but what about the clothes we would spoil with colors;  wont we waste so much water trying to rinse them? It was like, doing all the hard work to get to the top, and then jumping off the very last step!

This time the things are even worse we cant even Manage to Play ‘Dry Holi’. Let us this time celebrate – ‘Tilak Holi’ – Let us greet all our friends, families with colored ‘Tilak’ . Let Us all Be a responsible Citizens and Show the World – ‘WE CARE’

Let Us all Join the Tilak Holi Campaign By a Marathon Walk  Planned By Dainik Bhaskar

In Support of Rotary Club of Udaipur and Corporate  & Dynamic Group of Security Services  – In Association with Dainik Bhaskar and Various Other Sponsors from Our City.

Majority of Schools , Colleges, Institutions, Citizens, Police Administration and Army are Participating. What are you waiting for…?

Expected 10,000(10k) People to Join the FRAY.

Prizes through a Lucky draw of registered Participants (Read the Newspaper for More details).

Date – 26 Feburary 2010

Timing – 7.00 a.m. sharp

Place – Town Hall

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News

Maharana Pratap Khel Gaon

For Encouraging Sports in the city and even for encouraging International Sports in this ‘City of Lakes’.A step has been put forward by establishing ‘Khel Gaon (village)’ or Maharana pratap khel Gaon in Chitrakoot Nagar.

It would be committed to 12 sports presently like Basketball, Volleyball, Tennis, Kho-Kho, Kabaddi, Handball, Archery, Rifle shooting, Judo – Karate, Boxing, Swimming, Squash.

The mam stadium will have the work done of about 7.53 crores. At present it would have a capacity of including  15000 visitors.

It is estimated to complete till this winter- December 2009.

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Places to Visit

Fatehsagar Lake

To be found to the north of Lake Pichola, Maharana Jai Singh as a medium-sized perennial storage reservoir originally built the pretty Fateh Sagar Lake of Udaipur in 1678. Hills on three sides and Pratap Memorial on the fourth surround it and thus it presents captivating scenery. Since it had been destroyed due to heavy rains, Maharana Fateh Singh took it upon himself to bear the pains and expenditure of reconstructing the dam and it was in honor of his contributions to the place that the lake was named after him.

Today, in its present capacity, this lake serves as a second major source of drinking water of the city of Udaipur. One may opt to drive along the east bank while enjoying the scenic beauty of the lakeside or go in for a boat ride to any of the three islands of the lake that is a sure to be a pleasure with their distinct fervor and panoramic location. The largest of the three islands is indeed a lovely garden known as Nehru Park, which has been named after the esteemed first Prime Minister of India, Jawahar Lal Nehru. Its focal point is the boat shaped café, which is a hot favorite amongst the visitors who love to sip coffee as they take in the reigning tranquility and serenity of the place. The second island is for more scientific-minded people, especially those who love astronomy, as this is the place where a high-resolution solar observatory is strategically installed. It is considered a prime site for obtaining good solar images because of its secluded location with clear skies above and clear waters below it. The smallest island to the west has proved itself useful by providing a site to support a jet fountain. Lake Fateh Sagar is connected to Lake Pichhola through a canal that has gates. The lake has shape of a pear but has scant vegetation surrounding it.

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Travel

PratapGarh District

Pratapgarh, is a town in Rajasthan, India. It is 33rd district of Rajasthan. It has an average elevation of 491 metres (1610 feet). It is second highest place in Rajasthan after Mount Abu. It came into being on 26 January 2008. It was carved out from Chittorgarh district,Udaipur district and Banswara district. Pratapgarh, Rajasthan town is the district headquarters of the district. Famous for its Thewa art, the town is surrounded by tribal villages.

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Rajsamand District

Rajsamand District is a district of the state of Rajasthan in western India. The city and district are named on Rajsamand Lake, an artificial lake created in the 17th century by Rana Raj Singh of Mewar.
The district has an area of 4,768 km². The district lies in the watershed of the Banas River and its tributaries. Rajsamand District is part of the Mewar region, and was historically part of the Kingdom of Mewar, also known as the Kingdom of Udaipur.

Some Famous Places In Rajsamand

  • Eklingji
  • Haldighati(The Yellow Vale)
  • Kumbhalgarh
  • Nathdwara
  • Ranakpur(Pali District)
  • Rajsamand Lake
  • Chetak Tomb


Nearest Railway Station : Kankroli

Nearest Airport : Maharana Pratap Airport (Dabok – Udaipur)

How to Reach:

Direct Buses are available from Jaipur, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Kota, Bhilwara, Ajmer, Beawer, Ahmedabad, Indore and New Delhi.

Direct Train is available from Marwar Junction and Mavli Junction.

Visit:  http://rajsamand.nic.in/ For More Details.

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Dungarpur District

Dungarpur was founded in 1197 by Samant Singh, the eldest son of the ruler of Mewar, Karan Singh .The district has an area of 3,770 km² .The district is roughly triangular in shape. The Mahi River runs along the western edge of the district, forming the boundary with Banswara District. The Som River, a tributary of the Mahi, runs along the northern edge of the district, largely forming the boundary with Udaipur District. The district is bounded on the east by the state of Gujarat.

Some Famous Places In Dungarpur:

  • Udai Bilas Palace
  • Shrinathji temple
  • Government Archaeological Museum
  • Shri Adinatha Jain Swetamber Temple
  • Khadagada ShreeShetrapalji Temple
  • NagPhani Parshwanath
  • Baneshwar

How To Reach:

By Air:

The nearest airport is Udaipur, approx 110 Km from Dungarpur.

By Train:

The nearest railway station from Dungarpur is Ratlam (Madhya Pradesh), which is 80 km away and connected to major cities and towns of the country.

By Road:

A network of roads connects Dungarpur to cities and towns of Rajasthan and North India. State transport as well as private bus service is easily available for different cities and towns.

Visit: http://www.dungarpur.nic.in/ For More Details.

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Banswara District

The district named after the former Princely State of Banswara. Banswara District has an area of 5,037 km². It lies In the South Of Rajasthan. It is bounded on the north by Udaipur District, on the northeast by Chittorgarh District, on the east and southeast by Madhya Pradesh state, on the southwest by Gujarat state, and on the west by Dungarpur District.

Banswara is part of the Vagad region of southern Rajasthan, which includes Banswara and Dungarpur districts. The region is mainly inhabited by tribals, predominantly Bhils.

Some Famous Places In Banswara:

  • Mahi Dam
  • Raj Mandir (City Palace)
  • Madareshwar
  • Anand Sagar Lake
  • Bhim Kund
  • Andeshwar (Jain Temple)

 

Rail Network :

As such there is NO Railway Station (Meter Gauge / Broad Gauge) at Banswara, But Ratlam Junction (80 KM)  is  the nearest

Railway station to Banswara  and it is the Major Junction to go to Delhi, Mumbai, Bhopal and Ahmedabad.

 

Air Network :

As such there is NO Airport at Banswara, But Udaipur (160 KM), Indore (MP) (212 KM) & Ahmedabad (Guj) (285 KM) are the nearest Airports.


Visit:  http://www.banswara.nic.in/ For More Details.

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Chittorgarh District

Chittorgarh (also known as Chittor) is a city. It lies on the Berach River, a tributary of the Banas, a former capital of the Sisodia clans of Rajput and of Mewar. The district has an area of 10,856 km².The district is disjunct, divided into a larger western portion and a smaller eastern  portion by Neemuch District of Madhya Pradesh. The western portion is bounded by Neemuch, Mandsaur, and Ratlam districts of Madhya Pradesh to the east, and the Rajasthan districts of Banswara to the south, Udaipur and Rajsamand to the east, and Bhilwara to the north. The eastern portion is bounded by Bhilwara, Bundi, and Kota districts of Rajasthan to the north and Neemuch District of Madhya Pradesh to the south and west.

Some Famous Places In Chittorgarh

  • Nagari (Chittorgarh)
  • Bassi Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Begun Fort
  • Sanwariaji temple
  • Bhainsrorgarh Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Bijaipur
  • Sitamata Sanctuary, Dhariyavad
  • Gotmeshwar

How To Reach:

By Road:

Chittorgarh is well connected to all parts of India by roads. The Golden Quardilateral Road Project and North-South-East-West corridor expressways passes through Chittorgarh City. The bus stand (bus depot) of Chittorgarh is located in the mid of old and new city. There are good bus services (Private as well as government) available for Delhi, Mumbai, Ahemdabad, Ajmer,Bundi, Kota, Udaipur and other major cities.

The distance of bus stand from major hotels is around 0.1 Km to 2 Km. Fort of Chittorgarh is around 2 Km and train station is around 2 Km.

By Rail:

Chittorgarh railway station is a junction of western indian railways. It has rail links with Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Udaipur,Jaipur, Kota and Delhi.

By Air:

The nearest airport is Udaipur(Dabok Airport). The airport is around 90 kms from Chittorgarh City and linked by daily Air

Service from New Delhi, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Ahmedabad and Mumbai.

Visit: http://chittorgarh.nic.in/ For More Details.

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Udaipur Speaks

Sukhadia Circle

Sukhadia Circle, Also Called The Heart Of Pachwati, Is An Splendid Turn Around Panchwati, Located In The North Of The Udaipur City. This Square, Is A Small Pond, With Ample Of White Beauty. Admist Of This Pond Lies A  21 Ft High Three-Tiered Fountain. This Fountain Made Up Of Marble Is Surmounted By A Wheat-Ear Motif, Which Is A Well Known Landmark Of Prosperity. Usually Provides A Superb View at Night When It Is Enlightened up by the Elucidation of Bright Lights, Creating A Sense Of Ecstasy In Everyone’s Mind. It Is Also Surrounded By Many Pleasant Gardens. This Sense Of Wet Greenary Creates A Feeling Of Peacefulness Among The People And Generate Attraction In The Mind Of Every Lovers.

These Squares Draws The Attention Of Everyone But Especially Children. People Are Usually Fond Of Water And Therefore Their Burning Desire Of  Boating Is Fulfilled Here. Children Make Funs In The Lawns And Float Toy Boats In The Pond. There Are Some Duck Shaped Paddle Boats And Many Other Varieties Of Quality Boats For Children’s Amusement. This  Centrepiece Is Again Attracted By The Food Stalls Which Surrounds It. The Delicious Pav Bhaji, Chola Bhaturaas, Chaumeen’s And Burgers Again Bounds Everyone To Visit This Place And Have The Fourishing Experience Of It. Families And Friends Come Together, Especially At Night, Playing Music ,Having Dozens Of Food, Cold Drinks And Tea Stalls Do A Thriving Trade. It Has Become A Popular Recreational Centre And Meeting Place For All Everyone To Visit .

Its Foundation Was Laid In 1968 And Was Opened In 1970.Sukhadia Circle Commemorates The Memory Of Udaipur Mohan Lal Sukhadia, One-Time Chief Minister Of Rajasthan And A Native Of Udaipur.

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Udaipur History

Udaipur’s history began with the construction of the Nouchouki palace on the banks of a pond dug by a gypsy in the 15th century. Udai Singh extended this pond and dug a massive manmade lake and christened it Pichola after a tiny village Picholi, located close by.

A suryavanshi and a descendant of the Sisodia Rajputs who are the oldest ruling family in the world with a traceable history of over 26 generations, Maharana Udai Singh created a dream city that is an oasis with lakes, wildlife, flora and fauna in the midst of desert Rajasthan.

According to common legend the city of lakes or Udaipur was established by Maharana Udai Singhji after he was advised by a hermit to do so. It is believed that Udai Singhji was on one of his hunting tours when he had an encounter with a meditating hermit on the banks of the Lake Pichola who inspired him to establish the city of Udaipur in the midst of a valley surrounded by the Aravali hills and ornamented with three massive lakes. The royal Sisodia’s reigned supreme in Udaipur that became the capital city of the state of Mewar after the fall of Chittorgarh. Sisodia’s are believed to be the oldest ruling family in Rajasthan and can trace their lineage for more than 67 generations.

Udaipur is quite like a fairy tale destination with its pure marble forts and palaces, lakes, pavilions and gardens. A favorite haunt with newly weds, Udaipur is soaked in a dreamy romantic mist that is full of sweet promises.

The land of the brave Rana Pratap and Rana Sanga, Udaipur has seen many a battle that was fought for the valor and pride of the proud Sisodia Rajputs. Several women from the royal house of Mewar were married of to Mughal rulers for promoting political relations.


After the death of Udai Singh, his valiant son Maharana Pratap took over the royal throne and was engaged in constant power skirmishes with the Mughals with an aim to recapture the erstwhile capital of Mewar, Chittor.

A landmark in the history of Udaipur, the fierce battle of Haldighati was fought in between Akbar and Maharana Pratap. Till date you can see a delightful shrine that was constructed in the memory of Chetak, Maharana Pratap’s beloved horse, who in spite of suffering fatal injuries had brought its master to safety from the battlefield.