Udaipur - The City of Lakes

Udaipur is one of the many popular cities in the state of Rajasthan. It was founded in the year 1559 by Udai Singh ll of the Sisodia clan and remained the capital city for another three centuries after which, it became a British princely state. It is best known for its many lakes, thereby giving it the moniker, “The City of Lakes”. Today, this city is a historical and cultural hub that attracts a variety of tourists from all over the world.

The lakes in Udaipur are surrounded by the Aravali ranges, which add to the overall beauty of the place. Here are some of the lakes that you can visit during your next trip to Udaipur, City of Lakes:

Fateh Sagar Lake

 
Fateh Sagar Lake is an artificial lake that is named after Maharana Fateh Singh of Udaipur and Mewar. The blue water of the lake combined with the green backdrop of the mountains creates an exquisite sight that serves as a treat to the eye. This lake is recognized as one of the best lakes in Udaipur for its unique blend of colours and natural beauty.

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Lake Pichola

 
Lake Pichola is yet another remarkable artificial lake that is located in the heart of Udaipur city. This lake was built by Picchu Banjara, a Banjara tribesman in the year 1362 AD. The calm waters of this lake are surrounded by dainty islands and temples, which make it one of the popular lakes to visit in Udaipur.

Udai Sagar Lake

 
Built in the year 1565, Udai Sagar Lake is an artificial lake in the city of Lakes, Udaipur. It was established by Maharana Udai Singh. This lake is fed by the waters of River Ahar.

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Rajsamand Lake

 
Udaipur also features the popular Rajsamand Lake, which was built during the year 1660 by Rana Raj Singh. The lake is named after the nearby village of Rajsamand and has a length of 2.8 kilometres and a width of 6.4 kilometres. This lake is of historical significance because it was used as a seaplane base during World War ll.

Badi Lake

 
Badi Lake is a freshwater lake in Udaipur. It was established by Maharana Raj Singh as a means to counteract the damage caused by the drought and famine. This lake has an area of 155 square kilometres and is bordered by three kiosks or chhatris. The water from this lake was used during the drought of 1973. Do not miss a trip to this lake during your next visit to Udaipur.

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Doodh Talai

 
Contiguous with Lake Pichola, Doodh Talai Lake is surrounded by enamouring hillocks that accentuate the beauty of the place. It is a smaller water body as compared to the other lakes in Udaipur, but it is equally as beautiful as the rest. The lake also features camel and horse rides along its banks that can be enjoyed by visiting travellers.
 

Swaroop Sagar Lake

 
Swaroop Sagar Lake was named after Maharana Swarup Singh of Udaipur. This waterbody is surrounded by neighbouring lakes - Fateh Sagar Lake and Lake Pichola. Head over to this lake in Udaipur and enjoy a tranquil time with friends and family.

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The Udaipur Lake conservation society suggests that the artificial lakes in Udaipur help in the groundwater recharging process which keeps the groundwater levels at an acceptable level. So take a trip to these enthralling lakes of Udaipur and bask in its aesthetic glory!