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History and Culture

Tourism in Udaipur Gets A Boost | Know About The Developments In Our City

The tourism industry has got a big boost as Udaipur has been included in the list of most beautiful cities of the globe. It is fast becoming one of the most liked holiday destinations. In the list of Trip Advisor travelers’ choice ranking, there are three cities of Rajasthan – Jaipur, Udaipur, and Jodhpur – among the top ten. New Delhi is at the top followed by Goa and Jaipur. Udaipur gets the 6th place while Jaipur and Jaisalmer bag the 6th and 8th rank respectively. Not to be left behind, Udaipur hotels have also won laurels. Among the top 25 hotels of India, the ranking of hotels of Udaipur is The Leela Palace (2nd), Taj Lake Palace (4th) and Oberoi Udai Vilas (7th). The Leela Palace, Udaipur has also bagged 13th place among the top 25 hotels of the world. Earlier, Udaipur has been given top ranking as a leisure spot by Conde Nast Traveler India Reader award and as the most beautiful city of the world by travel and leisure magazine.

Source: The Leela

It augurs well that several agencies such as forest department, tourism dept., Municipal co., and urban improvement trust are making concerted efforts to boost tourism in and around Lake City. Some already existing spots of tourism importance are getting facelift whereas some new ones are being developed. Baghdara Nature Park, that is about 20 km from the city would now be a big attraction for nature lovers as they would not only be able to watch wildlife like panthers and crocodiles at close quarters but spend nights in tents to be in the lap of nature. To make the stay of tourists, more facilities like a zip line, zig-zag adventure sports, and a cafeteria have been provided. On the neighboring hills have been planted 500 plants. The private agency that would be managing all these facilities would also look after the safety of the visitors. The choupati at Swaroop Sagar is the first of its kind to be built on the Swacch Bharat theme, would cost about 2.70 crores. There would be steel frames on either side. Garden area is to be developed in small parts with walking tracks. The 200 by 60 feet choupati is to have 6 stalls with 6 modular kiosks to keep the area clean.

Ecotone Park on the bank of Badi that is about 10 km from the city where one can reach either through Rampura and Gorela or through Fatehsagar bank, has been developed to enable tourists to have a close view of wildlife and stay in the tents at night, according to OP Sharma, DFO. To know more about Ecotone Park and camping, click here.

Source: Patrika

The badgaon hill that covers an area of about 400 hectares is also being developed as a tourist spot by UIT. Situated in Sector 14 of the city, Nela talab has also been developed on the lines of Fateh Sagar with an attractive main gate, sitting space and LED lights, rows of coconut trees also add to the attraction. Religious places like Amrakhji and Badbadeshwar are also being developed.

According to UIT Chairman Ravendra Shrimali, Nandeshwar is being developed as a tourist spot with an amusement park more greenery, broader approach roads, viewpoints and renovation of the ancient Mahadev Mandir and Baori. Udaipur Paal is also being made more attractive for tourists.

During this monsoon season, tourists on way to Mount Abu would have another new attraction at Kanan Kuteer, Ghata Nadi with facilities for trekking in dense forests, stay in newly built rest house and camps. Van Surakhsa Evam Prabandh Samiti, Thamlaberi would provide food, guides, and safety. At the processing center, tourist can watch how different products like juice and shampoo are made from aloe vera, amla, sitaphal. Segura hill, Bedwas on the road to Chittorgarh is also being developed as eco-park with selfie points having Mewari paintings, models of wild animals, huts for shade, flower, plants and creepers and a long boundary wall for safety.

Located about 100 km from Udaipur, the Kolda region has a green forest, flowing rivers and waterfalls, dense sanctuaries. After traveling about 70 km one comes across high hills and serpentine roads, the view of numerous palm trees near the Kalibor and Sabarmati dams is extremely charming. Between the hills flows the Vakal River, other attractions include the herbal plant gardens near Jogiwad dam, the bridge viewpoint, and the famous Phulwari ki Nal sanctuary spread over 511 sq. km.

Source: TripHobo

To commemorate the sacrifice of Panna Dhai to save Maharana Pratap’s life, Panna Dhai Panorama is coming up fast, near her village Kameri, about 10 km from Amet on the Deogarh road. Located on a hill, it is to have a huge 9 feet statue of Panna Dhai. There would also be an auditorium, tourist resting hall, a museum, and a library.

Nearer home, for the entertainment of tourists at night in Sahelion ki Badi, programmes of music, dance and puppet shows are to be started. At present, the Badi has only ancient fountains and a garden. The work on Kalangan art gallery is also progressing fast. On average, the Badi has a footfall of about 7 lac Indian and foreign tourists every year and the number goes up during festival time. The lawns and the huge variety of colorful flowers in the Vibhuti Park near Fatehsagar Paal have also become a big attraction for tourist. Some creative persons from Gadio Luher community have introduced heritage bullock carts that have brass nails and colored stripes. No wonder tourists in the city enjoy joy rides on them.

It seems with the addition of this attraction, the number of tourists in Udaipur would shoot up.

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Places to Visit

Banjara Hills Jungle Lodge must be your next summer getaway in Udaipur!

Who doesn’t want to spend a day away from the hustle bustle of the city!? Certainly, -everyone does. The fact that everyone nowadays wants to experience the purest form of tranquility, we tend to find solace in the lap of nature. One such place to experience peace is the Banjara Hills Jungle Lodge in Udaipur. Situated outside of the city near Badi in Udaipur, this place clearly qualifies in offering us a peaceful, more calm kind of a feeling that is essential in today’s fast life.

Banjara Hills Jungle Lodge
Banjara Hills Jungle Lodge

Let us have a look at what all things do the Banjara Hills Jungle Lodge has to offer.

Why spend a day at Banjara Hills?Banjara Hills Jungle Lodge

Banjara Hills Jungle Lodge is a jungle themed resort in Badi encompassed by the lush Aravali hills. The greenery surrounding the resort makes the ambiance all the more strikingly beautiful. And why wouldn’t you be enticed to spend your day at the Banjara Hills when there is so much to indulge in. The entire place has wooden interiors that give it a rustic feel. The food served is multicuisine and offers a lip-smacking taste. There is a pool for pool parties and has attractive packages.

Amenities at the Banjara Hills Jungle Lodge UdaipurBanjara Hills Jungle Lodge

  • Big swimming pool
  • Kids pool also on demand
  • Poolside sitting area
  • Hall for DJ parties- ‘barefoot’
  • AC Indoor multi-cuisine restaurant- ‘daawat-e-khas’
  • Garden for birthday parties or wedding functions
  • Ample parking space and
  • A garden restaurant

Packages at Banjara HillsBanjara Hills Jungle Lodge

Pool party packages

1. Supreme package:

Veg Rs. 850 per person (minimum 15 people)

Non-veg Rs. 1000 per person (minimum 15 people)

2. Intermediate package:

Veg Rs. 700 per person

Non-Veg Rs. 850 per person

3. Basic package:

Pool Party Rs. 600 per person, Monday to Friday – 12 noon to 4 PM

Kitty party packages 

Rs. 400 per person (Minimum 10 Members)

Contact informationBanjara Hills Jungle Lodge

Address: Countryside Badi, Bada Hawala Road, Udaipur (Raj.)

Contact: +91- 94141 63250

Location:

 

Tell us in the comment section below if you want to spend a day at the Banjara Hills Jungle Lodge near Badi!

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Lifestyle

Chain Reaction: Cycling towards a Healthier Life

chain reactionPaddling down along the roadways of beautiful Fateh Sagar Lake on a sunny morning was surely supposed to be a lot of fun. Enjoying the morning raga amidst the beautiful natural landscapes of Aravalli hills and the lakeview was a thing which couldn’t go unnoticed with young Turks all set on their firefox bikes cycling down from Fateh Sagar Lake to the uphills of Badi Lake, just for the joy of cycling and enjoying the nature at its best.

A group of young enthusiasts in the leadership of Mr. Nitin Hiran the owner of firefox bike station in the City went on for fun and adventures ride on their Firefox bikes. The journey stated at Madhuban where all the members gathered and cycled across the Fateh Sagar lake and the fun and adventurous trip ended at the uphills of green Badi Lake.

The initiative is aimed to encourage cycling among the citizens and motivate people towards adventurous sports and a healthier- happier life. The fun ride also brings along with it joy of enjoying the nature and greenery around and know other vibrant & enthusiastic group members across different age groups creating a good platform for like minded people.
These types of activities might be new to Udaipur City but they have been happening around in metro’s such as Delhi , Mumbai and Bangalore to encourage people towards a healthier and happier life. With oil prices and pollution levels rising up this is a good step towards a different and changed world. There are different groups and people who come forward and take part in such activities.

These groups also have different active online communities such as :

1. www.mumbaicyclist.blogspot.com

2. www.crcc.net

3. www.delhibycycle.com

4. www.cyclingfederationofindia.org .

This group Chain Reaction has been doing similar activities in the past and will continue doing such adventurous and fun activities in and around Udaipur discovering new trails and pathways just for the joy of cycling and spirit of adventure.

Chain Reaction

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Nitin Hiran
Nitin Hiran

Besides being an entrepreneur Mr. Hiran is also a Nature lover, photographer and an outgoing adventurous personality.

Do get in contact with Mr. Hiran and join his league “Chain Reaction” for the upcoming fun and adventure.

Contact Mr. Hiran : nitinhiran@gmail.com ;  nitinhiran@yahoo.com

You can also call him up for more details : +91-9530080180

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Videos

Neemach Mata Udaipur Video

Neemach Mata Mandir

A Video taken by me when i recently visited neemach mata. It was really a panormic and mesmerizing view to see peacock , the Lake Fatehsagar and The Whole City from the top of the Neemach Hill after Walking 1Km to it. Neemach Mata is an Old Temple of Udaipur Eatablished Near the Lake fatehsagar.


View of FS from the top of Neemach Mata

I would love all of you to have a Do visit to it and leave your Comments Down here and do share your videos or pictures to us.