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A Pallet of Twilight Hues – A Tale of Sunsets in Udaipur

Daylight melts into a palette of dreams,
As twilight weaves its gentle streams!

1. Sunset silhouettes at Karni Mata Temple, where prayers meet the horizon

Sunsets are the most beautiful things that creates value to the places to visit in Udaipur. Udaipur is popular during sunset when you can find an unobstructed view of how different symphony of colors providing a fleeting delight. There are many places in Udaipur where beautiful sunsets are viewed.

The most beautiful sunset is from the sunset point garden from where there is an excellent view of the dusk and weekly held musical fountain show. The show is held every Monday after the twilight. It is located at the southeastern part of Pichola lake by the side of Dudh Talai and ahead of M.L. Verma park. It is one of the most visited gardens in Udaipur. Along with this, there is a ropeway that helps in giving us a tremendous outlook of the city. Not only the temple, the view is itself one of the most spectacular point where the sunrise is also treasured. Udaipurites are blessed to have beautiful sunset and sunrise and between sunset and sunrise the weather and green environment at the top of the hill is such a blessing for all!

If Udaipur is your one spot destination, then this temple visit for sunrise and sunset is to be in the bucket list!

2. Monsoon Palace: where clouds embrace heritage

It is situated in the Aravali mountains, 3100m above sea level, the enchanting Monsoon Palace that can be spotted from Udaipur from all sides. To the foot of the mountain, the ride to the monsoon palace is far and by this it is meant that tuk – tuk from the city is to be hired. The walk to the palace is 1 hour uphill and there are other surrounding views that are captured while the travel to the palace. By boosting the panoramic views of the city, the monsoon palace is one of the best places where the enlightened city lights are captured from top of the hill.

It is considered as one of the decent spots in Udaipur and by this the 360 degree view of the city is made possible by the hues of sunset and sunrise. It is one of the most treasured palace since the historic times where the Raja Maharaja’s of Udaipur used to stay. List it in your bucket if planning to stay for nights and days in Udaipur!

3. Golden skies over tranquil waters: Sunset at Lake Pichola, Udaipur

One of the most top tourist attraction in Udaipur is Lake Pichola where the colors of twilight are reflected into waters and sunset dreams are treasured. It is a place where creation of peace is gifted from the bustling city. The boat rides during sunset are special and this collects the memories for lifetime. By looking over the mountains and cherishing the weather with greenery all around is highly valued. A close up of grandeur Taj Lake Palace Hotel and Jagmandir Island uplifts the heritage of city Udaipur.

As one is set to travel to Udaipur, it is must that this sunset point is not be missed at any cost. It is one precious lakes around the world that is highly famous. Lake Pichola is one of the exquisite lakes from where the water meets sky and its other shades during the sunset. The best sunset can be viewed from Lake Pichola situated between the center of city. In my opinion, to be mesmerized by the sunset, a traveler must visit to relish the sky meeting water is precious.

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5 cafés/restaurants in Udaipur that offer a gorgeous view of the sunset

In words of George R. R. Martin, ‘Winter is coming!’ And so is the time to watch those beautiful sunsets, sitting by the lake, sipping on wine with your loved ones. Needless to say, this mesmerizing city of lakes abounds with places offering panoramic views of mountains, overlooking the lakes with the sun setting down at the horizon as if going underneath them and while it all happens, one cannot help but notice the water sparkling with the reflection of the fading sun! Can’t stop visualizing it, eh!? Well, it’s about time you put your imagination to rest and experience this affair for real because we are here with the list of five cafés/restaurants that offer a view of the sunset in all its glory and you should definitely visit these once while you are here.

  1. Jheel’s Ginger Coffee Bar and Bakery

    5 cafés/restaurants in Udaipur that offer a gorgeous view of the sunset

Water touching your feet and the Sun kissing your cheeks is nothing less than a blessing from Gods above. This place has a unique charm to it and what adds to the beauty is the smell of freshly grounded coffee beans. Not more than a year after it’s opening in 2011, it became the hotspot of town offering handmade loaves of bread, sauces, pancakes and other bakery items. The owner Mr. Pradhumna Jethi tells us the place has seating options on two different floors (ground and fourth) and a third one is in the preparation at the rooftop (fifth floor) offering a wider view of the city as well as sunsets during the evening. They have recently started wood-fired pizzas as well which seem quite delicious going by the looks and everyone seemed to be trying them. The average cost of a meal for two would cost around Rs. 400-450/-

Timing – 8.30 am – 9 pm (Veg).

Address – 52, Gangaur Ghat, near Bagore ki Haveli, Udaipur.

5 cafés/restaurants in Udaipur that offer a gorgeous view of the sunset
Mushroom and Herbs Pizza with Oreo Shake

 

  1. Sun n Moon Restaurant

    5 cafés/restaurants in Udaipur that offer a gorgeous view of the sunset

This place offers a view unlike any other in town and is sure to bewitch your eyes. With one of the highest rooftops in the area combined with a delightful ambiance and a variety of cuisines both veg and non-veg, this has become our favorite spot for watching sunsets and you’ll definitely end up sitting here for hours. And not just this, they provide facilities for all types of tourists, be it a hostel, hotel, restaurant or café, they’ve got it all. The owners Mr. Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Mr. Shakti Singh Rathore, Mr. Vivek Khar and Mr. Sumit Junelia define as their specialty, the continental dishes namely Chicken Princess, Chicken A La King, and others such as Malai Kofta, Mewari Khichdi, etc. Climb up to the Hawa Mahal (highest point of the roof) and you’ll actually feel on ‘top of the world’. It’s so high that all of the city seems as if it were underground (not kidding, experience it yourself). Average cost of meal for two is around Rs. 450-500/-

Timing – B (8-10 am), L (12.30-3.30 pm), D (7-10.45 pm) (Veg and Non-veg).

Address – Nr. Jagdish Temple, Gangaur Ghat Marg, Udaipur.

5 cafés/restaurants in Udaipur that offer a gorgeous view of the sunset
Penne Pasta at Sun n Moon

 

  1. Amber by Amet Haveli

    5 cafés/restaurants in Udaipur that offer a gorgeous view of the sunset

This place totally blends with nature. The blue and white furniture along with the sky and water creates a perfect camouflage. But this is not it, they have their own kitchen garden on one side where they grow Mexican Tomatillo, Bell Pepper, and other veggies and a unique barbeque unit on the other that adds to the spirit of the place. They’ve left no stone unturned to provide this restaurant a Mexican feel and honestly speaking, it does feel like one. They serve authentic Mexican dishes like their famous Mexican Chicken with Mexican Rice served in Molcajete, Enchiladas, Tortillas, and others like the Banofee pie. This recently opened restaurant is a big news for all the Mexican cuisine lovers in town and will absolutely leave a lasting impression on you. Average meal for two would cost around Rs. 1400-1500/-

Timing – Evening 5.30 – 11.00 pm (Veg and Non-veg).

Address – Amet Haveli, Outside Chandpole, Udaipur.

5 cafés/restaurants in Udaipur that offer a gorgeous view of the sunset
Molcajete (Mexican Chicken with Mexican Rice)

 

  1. CHARCOAL by Pratap Bhawan

    5 cafés/restaurants in Udaipur that offer a gorgeous view of the sunset

This place comes at the heart of every Udaipurite, known for it’s mouth-watering Mexican and Levantish dishes namely Quesadillas and Baba Ganoush, this place leaves a mark on you just with that first bite. They even serve Gluten-free and Vegan dishes making them one of a kind in the city. And the list doesn’t end here, this place seems to be all about food, catering to all types of food lovers with their freshly made daal baati churma (churma with jaggery). The seating is comfy and the ambiance cozy enough. The place offers a good view of the sunset and is absolutely worth a visit. Cost of meal for two would be somewhere around Rs. 1200-1300/-

Timing – L (1.00-4.00 pm), D (5.30-11 pm) (Veg and Non-veg)

Address – 12, Lal Ghat, Behind Jagdish Temple, Udaipur.

5 cafés/restaurants in Udaipur that offer a gorgeous view of the sunset
Tacos with chicken fajita filling

 

  1. Rainbow Restaurant

    5 cafés/restaurants in Udaipur that offer a gorgeous view of the sunset

Looking for a multi-cuisine restaurant with an enchanting view of the sunset? Then this is the place for you. Situated right on the bank of Lal Ghat, this restaurant has a big menu and a mind-blowing view of the lake. The owner Mr. Veerendra Singh Rathore is a very humble person and describes as their specialty, their Roasted Chicken Rosemary, Mutton Rogan Josh, Farmer’s Pizza and Pastas. The best time to be here is during evening watching the Aravalis and the bathing Ghats shimmering with sunshine. The average cost of meal for two would be around Rs. 700-800/-

Timing – D (7.30-10.30 pm) (Veg and Non-veg).

Address – 27-28, Lal Ghat, Udaipur.

5 cafés/restaurants in Udaipur that offer a gorgeous view of the sunset
Chicken Rosemary

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Article by : Akshat @UdaipurFoodie