Saturday, December 20, 2008

Gardens In Udaipur

Udaipur has numerous gardens and parks to soothe the tangled nerves of people। Read more about Udaipur Park & Garden.

Udaipur, the city of lakes, is also known as the garden city of Rajasthan. This romantic city, with the backdrop of picturesque lakes and lush green gardens, appeals to the aesthetic sense of any spectator. The very name of garden brings a sense of relief in the era of concrete jungles. In the bygone ages, the rulers of Udaipur designed a few gardens & parks to remain close with nature and serenity. The city of Udaipur boasts of several gardens that are truly a green retreat in the dry lands of Rajasthan.

The lakes and tropical climate of Udaipur city make it possible to generate gardens here. Gulab Bagh or Sajjan Niwas Garden is a fabulous garden full of unusual rose flowers. Nehru Island Park is outlined as an island in the Fateh Sagar Lake. Saheliyo ki Bari was constructed with a different concept and was meant for the pleasure of royal ladies. Guru Govind Singh Park (Rock Garden) offers a captivating view of the golden sky. As the Sun hides behind the Aravalli hills, one can observe the flickering Fateh Sagar Lake.

Aravali Vatika, Meera Park, Manikya Lal Verma Park, Nehru Municipal Children's Park, Pandit Deen Dayal Upadyaya Park and Moti Magri Park are some other interesting parks of उदैपुर Moti Magri Park and Manikya Lal Verma Park are famous for their sun-set views.

Gulab Bagh Garden

Gorgeous and ornate, the Gulab Bagh in Udaipur is a paradisiacal pleasure garden spread over a sprawling 100 acres

Location : On the banks of Pichola Lake at Lake Palace Road

Built by : Maharana Sajjan Singh

Built in : During 1850's

Highlights : Well-organized Rose Beds

How to reach : One can easily reach Sajjan Niwas Garden from the city by taking Local Buses, Tongas, Auto-Rickshaws and Taxis

Gulab Bagh Garden is the largest garden of Rajasthan, sprawled over 100 acres of land। During 1850's, Maharana Sajjan Singh took the initiative to built this beautiful garden. Sajjan Niwas Bagh is celebrated for its numerous varieties of roses. Due to abundance of rose flowers, this garden is also known as Gulab Bagh or Rose Garden. Situated right beneath the banks of Pichola Lake on Lake Palace Road, Gulab Bagh is an interesting park in the southeast of City Palace complex.

Saheliyon Ki Bari
Saheliyon ki Bari in Udaipur recreates regal grandeur as you walk along marble pathways flanked by life size marble sculptures of elephants and lions spurting water into exotic water pool

Location : On the banks of Fateh Sagar Lake
Built by : Maharana Sangram Singh
Built in : 18th century
Highlights : Beautifully carved pavilions
How to reach : One can easily reach Saheliyon Ki Bari from the city by taking local Buses, Tongas, Auto-Rickshaws and Taxis

Saheliyon Ki Bari is one the most beautiful gardens and a major tourist destination in Udaipur. The garden is famous for its lush green lawns, marble art and fountains. English translation of Saheliyon Ki Bari means "Garden of maids". This renowned garden is located on the banks of Fateh Sagar Lake, presenting a green retreat in the dry lands of Rajasthan. Garden of maids was built in the 18th century by Maharana Sangram Singh for the royal ladies.

As per the legends, the garden was designed by the king himself and he presented this garden to his queen. Actually, the Queen was accompanied by 48 maids in her marriage. To offer all of them, pleasurable moments away from the political intrigues of the court, this garden was made. This patterned garden used to be the popular relaxing spot of the royal ladies. The queen with her maids and female companions used to come here for a stroll and spend their time in leisure.

Due to this fact, the garden got its name. The superb architecture of the garden provides a breath-taking view to any observer. The garden is embellished with numerous fountains in its four water pools, chiseled kiosks and marble elephants. It is also celebrated for its lotus pool and bird-fountains. The lush green lawns, flowerbeds, and marble pavilions further enhance the romantic ambience of this magnificent garden.


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