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Udaiur
Destinations
Shilpgram :
Literally meaning a "Craftsmen's Village" is a
living ethnographic museum depicting the enormous diversities
in craft, art & culture between various Indian states, but
the exquisite terracotta work mainly in dark red and dark
brown sand material along with the wooden carvings are
the forte of this ethnic village . Shilpgram comprises 26 huts
set in 70 acres of natural surroundings at the foot of the
Aravali Hills.A colourful craft festival during winter
seasons to the whole set up induces viatanity and zeal.
Ahar
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Located about 2 kms east of Udaipur is an impressive cluster
of cenotaphs of the Maharanas of Mewar. There are about
nineteen cenotaphs of Maharanas cremated there. The most
striking cenotaph is that Maharana Amar Singh, who reigned
from 1597 to 1620. Nearby is also Ahar Museum, where on
display is limited but very rare earthen pottery. Some
sculptures and other archaeological finds. Some pieces date
back to 1700 BC and a tenth century metal figure of Buddha is
a special attraction.
Sajjangarh
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High on a hilltop just outside Udaipur lies this dramatic 18th
century palace, with a breathtaking view of the Mewar
countryside Originally intended to be a towering five-story
astronomical centre, it was later abandoned and used as a
monsoon palace and hunting lodge. It was built by Maharana
Sajjan Singh to house and observatory and was planned as a
nineteen-storied structure. However the Maharana died
prematurely & the plans were curtailed. The now derelict
palace dominates the skyline 2468 feet high on top of Bansdara
Mountain. It is visible from a great distance & affords
splendid scenic views.
Chittorgarh
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Chittorgarh is the epitome of Rajput pride, romance and
spirit. It reverberates with history of heroism and sacrifice,
which is evident as it echoes with the tales sung by the Bards
of Rajasthan. The main reason for visiting Chittorgarh is its
massive hilltop fort, which is a depiction of Rajput culture
and values. The fort stands on a 240-hectares site on an 180m
high hill that rises rapidly from the plains below.
Padmini
Palace :
It is built beside the lotus pool with a historical pavilion
that changed the history of Chittor. Ala-ud-din saw the
reflection of Queen Padmini from here and so mesmerized was
he, that the quest of possessing her led to a furious battle
which saw the last of Maharana Ratan Singh (husband of
Maharani Padmini) and the epitome of beauty-Cleopatra of
Rajasthan, became an eternal legend in the history of chittor
and also of the Mewar state.
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