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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

We’d love to get a feedback from you. Leave your comments below and let us know more about what you’d want us to do next! Happy Eating!

Article by : Akshat @UdaipurFoodie

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Excited about Udaipur Lantern Festival 2017? Here is a Glimpse of What will happen this Year!

From past 5 years, UdaipurBlog is taking an initiative to celebrate a safe and fun-filled Diwali at a commonplace. This year to foster this legacy, UdaipurBlog is celebrating Udaipur Lantern Festival 2017. Every year the festival witnesses amazing live performances by various artists, a bustling bazaar with local finds and foods, art installations and fun activities. This is year too UdaipurBlog is coming up with a fun packed festival for the people of Udaipur.

You can be a part of the biggest Diwali celebration in the entire Rajasthan with 6000+ attendees who shall enjoy this year’s ULF 2017.

We get so many queries asking about the whole schedule of the fest. So coming straight to the fun part! The festival will commence at 4 o’clock in the evening on Sunday, 15th October 2017 at Shouryagarh Resort and Spa. From 4 pm to 6 pm attendees can enjoy fun activities and games, click photos and selfies with friends and family and have a gala time.

Udaipur Lantern Festival 2017
Udaipur Lantern Festival 2017

Post 6 pm starts the musical tour, starting the eve by local performers; we will take you on a journey of Sufi Rock fusion music. The band named Swaraag will take over the stage to enthrall you by the Sufi music paired with soothing tunes of the sitar, tabla, harmonium and other instruments.

Then, comes the most awaited performance of the evening- Papon, who will mesmerize us with his heart whelming voice. The ‘Moh-Moh Ke Dhaage’ artist will take charge of the whole soul of the festival.

Post Papon, a DJ performance to make you dance on the groovy Bollywood dance numbers. The frolicsome festival shall meet its end with Lantern Lighting.

List of Performers

Swaraag

Swaraag Band

They are a Folk-rock & Sufi Fusion Band. Swaraag Music Team has specialization in Indo Western fusion genre of music. They belong to Jaipur and have been performing since several years.

Papon

Udaipur Lantern Festival 2017

Angarag Mahanta is known by his stage name Papon. He is one of the most eminent Indian singers. He has set his feet as a composer and record producer as well and also runs a band called Papon and The East India Company.

DJ Kavish

Udaipur Lantern Festival 2017

Belonging to the City of Lakes; Dj and a Remixer, DJ Kavish plays different styles of music including Bollywood, Commercial Pop, Punjabi and Retro and knows well how to make you dance on the floor.

If you’re still thinking why you should be present at the ULF 2017, here’s a glimpse of the awesomeness!

You will listen to the best sound system – L-Acoustics K2 by our sound partner Mega Sound. The sound is sure to get you pumped up! You can get a lot of food items to savor from SpicySigdi. If you love the production then thank The Backdrop for it getting an amazing setup. Fan of the Radio 91.9 Radio City? Then be sure to make it to the festival to enjoy the best of LED displays from Bharat LED. The stage light partner is Ananta Stage Craft and set design partner is Shubh Beginnings. While our Merchandise partner is Mrig.in the Online partner is Witty Feed. Our Self Drive Partner is ZoomCar, and guess what! You can get a flat 20% discount on rides by ZoomCar during the course of the festival.

Our Print partner is Dainik Bhaskar and Digital Marketing Partner is Vivir Media. Celebration Mall is the Mall Partner and water partner is InstaQua. Beautiful pictures will be taken by Prakash Creations. Party props partner is Astronomia Shoppe bringing some of the best props for your pics. Our Associate Partner is Livspace.

Apart from these, you will have plenty of fun games and stalls to enjoy every minute of the fest. Mocktails, food, dance, music, ultimate pictures and loads and loads of memories till the next Udaipur Lantern Festival.

Until then,

Save the Date: 15th October 2017

Time: 4 pm to 11 pm

Venue: Shouryagarh Resort and Spa

You can also get all the info at udaipurlanternfestival.com

You can buy your passes online by visiting – www.bit.ly/ulf2017

For Any other details connect: +91-8233191511

We hope to see you in the Udaipur Lantern Festival 2017!!!

 

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Food

5 Dhabas in Udaipur worth visiting

Udaipur is home to scintillating scenery, some of the world’s best hotels, and a rich culture that keeps you mesmerized your entire life. Anything and everything in Udaipur is much talked about all over the world, but some of us are yet not familiar with the ‘dhabas’ (roadside restaurants generally situated on highways that serve local cuisine) situated in the vicinity of the city. And that’s why we were on the lookout for some worth visiting once, while you are in town. What are you even waiting for? Hop on your vehicles and head straight to one because the weather cannot get any better than this.

Charan Kamal Dhaba, N.H 8, Ahmedabad Highway

5 dhabas in Udaipur worth visiting once

Situated approximately 15kms from the city, this pure vegetarian dhaba is as happening as it gets. Drop over some time and enjoy their mouth watering laccha parathas with paneer tikka masala, dal fry and relive the experience of highways of Punjab. The owner Mr. Amritpal Singh Daurka is a jolly one and defines his Punjabi thali and cheese butter masala best in town. The average cost of dining for two people comes around ₹200-225/- and they operate till midnight. So now you know where to satisfy your midnight cravings that too at an affordable price. (Drive safe though!)

 

Harsh Jodhpur Restaurant, N.H 8, Opp. Lodha Filling Stn.

2. Harsh Jodhpur
If you are a Rajasthani food buff and want to savor some delicacies then this is the place for you. Located 6km from the heart of the city, this pure veg spot serves appetizing stuffed capsicum, malai pyaaz and laccha paratha and are open till midnight. Some of the specialties include stuffed tomato, besan gatte ki sabzi and kadhi pakoda. It has one separate air conditioned room if need be and is low in your pocket with dining costs for two between ₹250-300/-

 

Khalsa Pure Veg, 837 – University Road5 dhabas in Udaipur worth visiting once

Tired of driving on the highways looking for dhabas? Don’t worry, we’ve got you sorted with this great place situated right in the city. Mr. Kartar Singh ji ( the owner who is as lovely as his food) boasts of best in town dal makhani, paneer tikka and kulche chole. They even home deliver food across the city and have recently started a tiffin service at a very reasonable price. Cost of dining here would be approximately ₹300-350/- but it is worth spending every penny.

 

Bal Bal To, 100 ft. road, Opp. Connaught Place5 dhabas in Udaipur worth visiting once

We realized how many of you must’ve gotten bored with the pure vegetarian options so we thought of giving this recently opened place a try. This place has the set-up of a typical dhaba with a very interesting Mewari name which means ‘Hot-hot’, and they sure keep up with the name serving some amazing non-vegetarian dishes with specialties like Fish Lasuni, Tandoori Chicken, Mutton Masala, etc. They also serve vegetarian dishes and have a dedicated menu for diet-conscious people consisting of Lemon Chicken, Veg Saute, Lemon Fish, etc. The owner Mr. Prashant Tak tells us they too have a home delivery facility across town and that average food for two would cost around ₹300-350/-

 

Shreenath Kathiyawadi, N.H 8, Balicha Bypass5 dhabas in Udaipur worth visiting once

Is it even an authentic dhaba experience if we do not have to take out our cars/bikes to travel to the place? Situated 8kms away from the main city, Kathiwadi food aficionados have a great place to visit just out of town. They serve Kathiyawadi thali along with several other thali options like Punjabi, Gujarati, etc. The owner Mr. Ramesh Gurjar tells us they operate 24*7 throughout the year and serve the best kathiyawadi food anywhere around. The average cost of dining for two is approximately ₹250-300/-

Article by : Akshat @UdaipurFoodie

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The 300 Years Old ‘Jal Sanjhi Art’ Is Something Every Udaipurite Must Know!

Udaipur is well-known for lakes and natural beauty of its landscape. The Old city of Udaipur is a hub of various art forms that are unique to Udaipur. Local artists create these paintings and sculptures following traditions of their forefathers. To relive these cultures one has to visit these areas to have a glimpse of the folk customs from their own eyes.

One such art form is ‘Sanjhi’.

This exclusive art form where the canvas is not any cloth or paper, but sheer water is called Jal Sanjhi.  Sanjhi is made from the patripada to Amavasya of Ashwin for fifteen days but the preparations start a day earlier on Bhado Purnima.

As one legend says, these paintings came into origin when Lord Krishna’s image was seen in the water by ‘Radha’ in a pond, and the image was outlined with flowers to make a picture of the Lord. Since then it has evolved as Sanjhi which are made to honor the Lord Krishna’s ‘Leela’ in the form of pictorial depiction on water.

In accordance with the above information, Sanjhi paintings are made complimenting Lord Krishna before the onset of the festive season of Navratri. Over 300 years old, this rare art has been kept alive by just a family in Udaipur, who has been practicing it for generations now.

The 300 Years Old ‘Jal Sanjhi Art’ Is Something Every Udaipurite Must Know!

Rajesh Pancholi is the artist that we came in contact; the family has been practicing this art since generations and as per his nephew, Gunjan Pancholi, he is the fourth generation practicing and observing this art.

How are these paintings made?

As described by the Pancholi family and what I watched, I am going to describe it for all you curious people.

We searched for the family and finally got to know where they stay. We waited for the month before the onset of the Navratri season so that we could see it happening in front of us.

As per Gunjan, this art was started in Mathura by his ancestors. These paintings were earlier created for 15 days but due to lack of interest of people and rising inflation (the colors have become expensive), it is quite difficult for them to meet the expenses.

The tale of Lord Krishna with the ‘Shesh Naag’ known as the Naag Leela is what we watched, step by step. It took around three and a half hours to complete the entire painting- floating on clear water.

First and foremost the water is treated one night prior and then placed in a huge vessel where it is made to settle. Once settled, a base color is made to float on water.  The base color is spread on the water by the use of a fine sieve little by little. The colors are true stone colors which are used after processing, which turns them turn into a fine powder and increases the ease of use.

The 300 Years Old ‘Jal Sanjhi Art’ Is Something Every Udaipurite Must Know!
Outline Stencil

After the completion of the base (generally white color), the stencils are kept cautiously on the base to execute the process.The 300 Years Old ‘Jal Sanjhi Art’ Is Something Every Udaipurite Must Know!

Now talking of the stencils, these used by the Pancholi family are made from thin rice papers and are almost 300 years old. Their forefathers drew on them and cut them. These stencils are preserved by the family and used till date.

One by one these stencils is kept gently on the base color taking reference points. Slowly and gradually the painting emerges into its full shape and exquisiteness. For each step, there is one stencil, even for the flowers and ornamentation. It took 9 stencils to complete the Naag Leela. The last stencil was just for the outline. Real flower petals and sparkles also are included in embellishing the painting.

The 300 Years Old ‘Jal Sanjhi Art’ Is Something Every Udaipurite Must Know!

After Jal Sanjhi being made for three days, the fourth day a more elaborate Sanjhi is made of wood, which carries more intricate work of colors and stencils. The fifth day again marks a creation of Jal Sanjhi. It is a must see!

I was enthralled by the finesse, precision, and patience these artists have. Their hands work very tenderly creating a very fragile art. The beauty lies in the details and the delicacy with which they perform this sacred ritual of creating a divine folk art.

Wanna see these paintings?

Jal Sanjhi is a delight for every art lover. These paintings are open for public viewing every evening at their temple in the Old City during the course of the ‘Shrad Paksha’.

The wood Sanjhi will be made on 19 September 2017. You can visit and see this amazing art form live! Let us know if you went and watched the Sanjhi Art Form.

Address:  Shri Radha Vallab Ji Mandir, 14 Jagdish Mandir Road.

Time: 7 pm to 10 pm

Have a look at this amazing painting!

The 300 Years Old ‘Jal Sanjhi Art’ Is Something Every Udaipurite Must Know!

The 300 Years Old ‘Jal Sanjhi Art’ Is Something Every Udaipurite Must Know!

The 300 Years Old ‘Jal Sanjhi Art’ Is Something Every Udaipurite Must Know!

The 300 Years Old ‘Jal Sanjhi Art’ Is Something Every Udaipurite Must Know!

The 300 Years Old ‘Jal Sanjhi Art’ Is Something Every Udaipurite Must Know!

The 300 Years Old ‘Jal Sanjhi Art’ Is Something Every Udaipurite Must Know!

The 300 Years Old ‘Jal Sanjhi Art’ Is Something Every Udaipurite Must Know!

 

Beautiful Pictures Captured by Siddharth Nagar

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Kothari Brothers from Udaipur Made a Turban For PM Narendra Modi 

August 29, 2017, can be marked in the history of Udaipur. Jayant and Jinesh Kothari got a chance to design an exclusive turban for Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which was presented to the PM during his visit to The City of Lakes.

Kothari Brothers from Udaipur Made a Turban For PM Modi 
Kothari Brothers from Udaipur Made a Turban For PM Modi

In the words of the Kothari duo, it took them 10 days to make the traditional turban commonly known as ‘Mothda’ for the PM. They added that four people worked for 10 days to prepare the bandhej cloth made from the tie-and-dye technique. The cloth was dyed in multiple colors,  the turban then was made in a Bhopal Shahi style (one that was worn by the king of Mewar, Maharana Bhopal Singh). Post the tie-dye, the turban was decorated with 54 inches of golden lace and brilliantly bright handmade broaches to make it more royal.

Upon asking about the specially styled turban, Jayant Kothari said that ‘Mothda’ is an ancient turban once worn by the kings of Mewar. The art of preparing ‘Mothda’ was introduced by his forefathers almost a hundred years ago for the Maharanas of the region.

“We decided to prepare a turban using the ancient art as we wanted to show our gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi,” said the Duo.

Kothari Brothers from Udaipur Made a Turban For PM Modi 

Jinesh added that before Prime Minister Modi they had designed and presented special turbans for Sachin Tendulkar and legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan, spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, Movie Director-Producer Suraj Badjatya, and the royal Mewar family of Udaipur and many more.

Where can you find the Kothari Bros?

The brothers can be found at Shreenath Marg in Udaipur.

Kothari Brothers from Udaipur Made a Turban For PM Modi 

 

It is a great occurrence for the Kothari Duo, presenting a turban to the Prime Minister Narendra Modi himself. It is also a proud moment for the city as well that the city’s talent is exhibited in front of the PM of India.

Kothari Brothers from Udaipur Made a Turban For PM Modi 

 

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Rajasthan’s smallest premature – 520 gms baby – survives despite all odds

jivanta hospital 520 gms

Born at barely 24 weeks, 520 gm baby beat odds to survive

Baby Maya’s tale of survival is an extraordinary one. The micro-preemie, born prematurely at just 24 weeks of gestation [Five and half months] and weighing only 520 grams, fought for three-and-half months to survive a stormy course in the neonatal ICU of Jivanta Children’s Hospital, Udaipur- Smallest ever survived in Rajasthan.

Born to couple Maya and Dev Singh [name changed] from Narnaul, Haryana married for 18 years, she started premature labor pains and leakage of amniotic fluid at 24 weeks of her pregnancy.  The ultrasonography revealed nearly absent amniotic fluid. The couple rushed to Udaipur and as the survival of a baby was getting compromised was taken up for emergency cesarean section. Twin babies were born weighing just 520 grams and 480gms at birth on 29th May. These babies were very precious and the only hope for the family. The baby required artificial breathing support to regularize his breathing and then quickly transferred to Jivanta neonatal ICU. However 480-gram baby detected to have major brain hemorrhage shortly after birth, treatment was discontinued on parents consent.

“To salvage baby of this size is a mammoth task and big challenge. At the best of centers, only 30% of such babies born this early survive. Most doctors do not even attempt to save such babies, as the possibility of healthy survival is low.” said Dr. S K Tak.

“There is no documented record of survival of the baby born so early and weighing this low in Rajasthan. Last reported smallest baby survived in Rajasthan was Baby Geeta (607 gm and born at 27 weeks) @ Jivanta children’s Hospital,” said Dr. R K Agrawal.

Dr. Pradeep Suryawanshi added, “Baby born this small have the extremely poor function of all body organs including lungs, heart, brain, kidney, skin, intestines & all of them need support for the survival of baby. This is where skilled & dedicated Neonatologist & Nursing staff is required, as the margin of error is close to zero. Problems related to any single system can singularly kill the baby & only 5-10% survives without brain damage.”

The baby was managed & looked after at Jivanta Neonatal ICU under the precise care of Neonatologist Dr. Sunil Janged, Dr. Nikhilesh Nain & trained nursing staff. At beginning baby was struggling to breathe, so was put on a ventilator & given surfactant to expand tiny immature lungs. The baby was having an infection in blood; his hemoglobin level was very low at birth which required blood transfusions. His heart functions and pumping was poor. The baby also had a large connection between two major vessels [patent ductus arteriosus], which was closed with medicines. His gut was immature & he could not be fed, so the baby was put on TPN which means giving all essential nutrients such as protein, carbohydrate by blood. To get venous access umbilical lines were put. Such babies lose water very quickly through their parchment like skin & their weight drops down further. These are some of many problems one faces while managing such babies. Regular screening of heart & brain were performed to rule out any bleeding in the brain.  Due to brain immaturity baby used to forget to breathe, we call it as apnea of prematurity. Baby required ventilator support for 70 days.

In all he was in NICU for 102 days, today he is being discharged, on discharge, his weight is 1.710 Kg. By far his progress in NICU is satisfactory, Brain is structurally normal, eyes are developing normally.

“It was a long & tough journey for me & my team; it is the latest technology, the high-end expertise of our NICU team, which has pulled this off. In last 2 years Jivanta has successfully treated more than 75 extreme premature babies weighing less than 1000 grams and having more than 90% survival of extremely low birth babies” said Dr. Sunil Janged, Chief Neonatologist at Jivanta Children Hospital.

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D’Dot – Now Delivering anything and anywhere in Udaipur

Ever reached the office with no battery and forgot the charger? Or reached the restaurant but forgot your wallet? Well, I don’t know about you, but this is something that happens with me all the time. I always freaked out over such problems and didn’t actually know what to do until…some days back I came across this super cool service in Udaipur that has made my life somewhat easier now.

This service is D’Dot and is run by Mr. Danish Churigar. What this firm does is that they practically deliver anything anywhere. So for instance, if you have forgotten anything anywhere they are going to get you that. Plus they have ‘N’ number of services in addition to the ‘bringing-things-you-forgot.’ Let me list down few of them for you.

  • They can deliver Tiffin to schools from your home to your child’s school or college.
  • They can get your valuables from anywhere to any place you desire
  • Want to eat ‘Pandit Ji’s’ Sandwiches at Pichola? They will get you those wherever you are.
  • Want a pick-n-drop service, they make it done!
  • Plan to cook but short on supplies? They will get you the ‘Masala’ at your doorsteps.
  • From food, beverages, cosmetics, medicines, MacBook, phones, groceries to emergency help.
  • They can deliver cakes from your favorite bakeries anywhere anytime.
  • On a leave but need to send documents to office? D’Dot is to your rescue.
  • And yes, the list goes endlessly!!!

 

D’Dot works 7 days a week, 9 AM – 9 PM

It is one of a kind service that aims at fulfilling all the valid requirements of the people of the city. It is a revolutionary service that serves at your comfort level, by just a call or text.

 

Wondering how much they charge?

D’Dot works at an amazing price range! I could not believe!!!

  • For a commodity worth 100 to 200 rupees D’Dot charges a nominal Rs. 30.
  • While if your commodity’s value ranges above rupees 200 then D’Dot charges you Rs. 50.
  • Not only this, the pick-n-drop would cost you a mere 50 Rupees!
  • They work post 9 PM as well and take Rs. 100 extra as night charges.

 

 

All this is within a span of 14 km of the city.

 

How to contact them?

 

Call or WhatsApp: +91-7357003555

Facebook: fb.com/DdotServices/

Instagram: @ddothappiness

Address: LG-17 Mangalam Fun Square Durga Nursery Road, Ashok Nagar Udaipur

Email them at ddothappiness@gmail.com

You can also directly put your query online at http://ddot.in/order.html

I think I have never come across such a service anywhere. D’Dot has turned out to be a savior a lot many times for me. Let me know your reviews, about the services provided and how your experience was with D’Dot, in the comments below!

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राजस्थान का बनारस – Ghats of Udaipur

उदयपुर के घाट

“ हमनें आपसे वादा किया था कि पिछले आर्टिकल कुछ ख़ास है ये इमारत – Ghanta Ghar  से हम उदयपुर से जुड़ी जानी-अनजानी जगहों, किस्से-कहानियों की एक सीरिज़ शुरू कर रहे है जो आप लोगो को अपने शहर से जोड़ने का प्रयास करेगी । ताकि आप अपने ही शहर को और अच्छे से जाने, उन जगहों की बात करें, वहाँ जायें, जो अब तक आपकी पहुँच से दूर थी । उन कहानियों और किस्सों को जीयें जो आपके दादा-परदादा, पापा-मम्मी सुनते और सुनाते आये है । “

उसी सीरीज़ में इस बार हम आपके सामने “उदयपुर के घाट – Ghats of Udaipur”   के बारें में कुछ जानकारियाँ और तथ्यों को लेकर आये है । उम्मीद करते है कि आप इससे अपना जुड़ाव महसूस करेंगे।

घाट की परिभाषा – घाट उन सीढियों के समूह को कहते है, जो किसी छोटे तालाब, झील या फिर किसी नदी के किनारे बना हुआ हो, घाट कहलाता है ।

उदयपुर में घाट की कमी नहीं है, यहाँ इतने घाट है कि अगर इसे ‘राजस्थान का बनारस’  बोला जाए तो कोई गलत बात नहीं होगी । पर देखा जाए तो कुछ दो या तीन घाट को छोड़कर बाकियों पर कभी बात हुई नहीं । शहरकोट के घरों में होती है, पर कहीं ये उन घरों तक ही सिमट के न रह जाए, इस बात का डर लगता है । उन दो या तीन घाट को अगर छोड़ दिया जाए तो बाकी बचे हुए घाट को बहुत कम लोग जानते है । आसपास बसे लोगो के अलावा शायद ही कोई जाता होगा । इसी वजह से कईयों की हालत ख़राब भी पड़ी हुई है । सिटी वाल के बाहर एक नया उदयपुर बस रहा है । ये उदयपुर शहर के, बाहर तो है, पर शहरकोट के लोगो से ज्यादा शहरी है । ये लोग उदयपुर घूमते है पर इन्हें उदयपुर के किस्से-कहानियों की ख़बर ज़रा कम है । इस सिरीज़ में फोकस इन्ही बातों पर रहेगा । ये सब रिसर्च करने के दौरान अच्छी बात ये जानने को मिली कि यंगस्टर्स इन सबके बारे में क्यूरियस है और बहुत कुछ जानना चाहते है पर उन्हें ये सब जानने और पढ़ने का प्लेटफार्म नहीं मिल रहा है । हमारी यहीं कोशिश रहेगी, आप लोगो की ये खोज हम तक आकर रुक जाए ।

हम आर्टिकल को उन घाट से शुरू करेंगे जो अब तक लिखे ना गए । अब आप सीधा घाट का रुख़ करिए और इमेजिनरी दुनिया में तशरीफ़ ले आइये ।

  • धोबी घाट : सबसे पहले बता दे कि इस घाट का आमिर खान से कोई लेना देना नहीं है । ये उदयविलास के पीछे की और पिछोला का आख़िरी घाट है । इसके बाद आपको और कोई घाट नहीं मिलेगा । यहाँ चूँकि धोबी कपड़े धोने आते है इसलिए इसका नाम धोबी घाट पड़ गया । यहाँ पास ही श्मशान घाट भी है, जहाँ आसपास बसे लोग अंतिम संस्कार की प्रक्रिया के लिए आते है ।Dhobi ghat
  • नाथी घाट : इस घाट की हमें एक शानदार स्टोरी पता चली । नाथी बाई नाम से एक औरत हुआ करती थी, 19वी सदी की शुरुआत में । ये घाट उन्ही के द्वारा बनाया गया । उनके कोई बेटा या बेटी नहीं होने से उन्होंने अपने पास रखे 10-20 रुपयों से ये घाट बनाया । एक आंटी हमें बताती है मेवाड़ी में, ‘नाथी बाई कहती ही कि अणा रिपया रा म्हूं कई करूँगा, म्हारो धाम तो अटे ही वणाऊंगा ।‘ और इस तरह उन्होंने अपने पास रखे कुछ रुपयों से ये घाट बनाया ।nathi ghat
  • महाराजा घाट : ‘महाराजा घाट’ को खोजने में हमें भी पसीना आ गया । ये घाट बहुत छोटा है और बहुत ही छुपा हुआ भी है । यहीं पास में वाळी बाई रहती है, उन्होंने ही इसके बारे में बताया । इस घाट पर पहले महाराजा/बाबा/योगी लोग आकर बैठा करते थे और नहाते थे । इसलिए ये महाराजा घाट कहलाया ।maharaja ghat
  • पंचदेवरिया घाट : गणगौर घाट के ठीक सामने आपको एक छोटा सा घाट दिखेगा जहाँ एक मंदिर भी बना हुआ है, दरअसल ये मंदिर नहीं बल्कि पांच छोटी छोटी देवरिया है, जिन्हें पंचदेवरियां कहा जाता है । उन्ही की वजह से इसे पंचदेवरिया घाट बोलते है । कुछ लोग इसे ‘फिरंगी घाट’ भी कहते है । यहाँ से आपको वाकई लगेगा की क्यूँ उदयपुर को हमने ‘राजस्थान का बनारस’ बोला ।panchdevariya ghat
  • हनुमान घाट : ये घाट तो आप सभी जानते ही होंगे । फ़िल्मी दुनिया की ‘रामलीला’ यहीं हुई थी । हिंदी फिल्म ‘रामलीला’ की शूटिंग इसी घाट पर हुई थी । हनुमान टेम्पल की वजह से इसका नाम हनुमान घाट पड़ गया । इसके ठीक सामने आपको गणगौर घाट दिख जायेगा ।

    hanuman ghat
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  • हामला हारो/रोव्णिया घाट(1) : अब आपको ले चलते है ‘हामला हारो/रोव्णिये/रोवनिये घाट’ पर । इसका नाम इसके काम को बयाँ कर रहा है । ‘रोव्णिया’ मेवाड़ी शब्द है जिसका मतलब होता है ‘रोने वाला’, और चूँकि ये पैदल पुलिया के सटा हुआ है और सामने की तरफ होने की वजह से इसे ‘हामला हारो’ यानि ‘सामने वाला’ घाट भी बोला जाता है । इस घाट पर डेथ के बाद औरतें रोती हुई आती है और फिर नहाती है, इस वजह से इसका नाम ऐसा पड़ा । इस घाट को हत्थापोल घाट से जोड़ने वाली पुलिया ‘दाइजी-पुल’ नाम से जानी जाती है, जिसे फूट-ओवरब्रिज भी कहते है । यहीं पर महादेव का मंदिर, एक स्कूल और कई होटल्स भी मिल जाएगी ।rovniya ghat
  • हत्थापोल(सत्यापोल) घाट : जगदीश मंदिर वाले छोर पर ‘दाइजी-पुल’ जहाँ बना है, उसे हत्थापोल घाट कहते है, पहले यहाँ घाट हुआ करता था जिस पर बाद में फुट-ओवरब्रिज बना दिया गया । ‘दाइजी-पुल’ और चांदपोल पुलिया के बीच के हिस्से को ‘अमर-कुंड’ बोला जाता है ।hattha pol ghat
  • रोव्णिया घाट(2) : पिछोला किनारे दो घाट ‘रोव्णिया घाट’ नाम से जाने जाते है । इस बात ने हमें भी पहले कंफ्यूज कर दिया । फिर बाद में पता चला दाइजी पुलिया के जगदीश मंदिर छोर वालों के लिए ये घाट रोव्णिया घाट है । और उस छोर वालों के लिए ‘हामला हारो’ घाट ‘रोव्णिया घाट’ है ।rovniya ghat
  • मांजी का घाट : ‘मांजी का घाट’ ही अमराई घाट है, अमराई होटल होने की वजह से आज के लोग इसे अमराई घाट से ज्यादा जानते है जबकि इसका असली नाम ‘मांजी का घाट’ है । यहाँ एक मंदिर भी है जिसे ‘मांजी का मंदिर’ बोला जाता है । अंतिम संस्कार के बाद जिस तरह औरतें ‘रोव्णिया घाट’ पर जाती है वही आदमी ‘मांजी का घाट’ पर नहाने आते है । यहीं पर पूजा का कार्यक्रम और सर मुंडन का काम होता है । यहाँ से पिछोला का 270 डिग्री व्यू आता है । यहाँ से गणगौर घाट, गणगौर बोट, सिटी पैलेस, लेक पैलेस और होटल लीला पैलेस को देख सकते हो । इसे ‘एक्शन उदयपुर’ के अंतर्गत डेवेलप किया गया उसके बाद से यहाँ काफी लोग आने लग गए । यहाँ यंगस्टर्स गिटार बजाते और गाना गाते हुए मिल जायेंगे ।

    manjhi ka ghat
    credit : le roi udaipur (facebook)
  • नाव घाट : कुछ सालों पहले तक नाव घाट से ही नावें चलाई जाती थी जो टूरिस्ट्स को पिछोला में दर्शन करवाती थी । बाद में इस घाट को प्राइवेट कर दिया । आज की तारीख में ये दरबार का पर्सनल घाट है । अब नावों का संचालन लाल घाट से होता है ।naav ghat
    nav ghat
    credit : crazyass_0318 (Instagram)

    nav ghat
    credit : crazyass_0318 (Instagram)
  • पिपली घाट : ये घाट आम लोगो के लिए खुला हुआ नहीं है । यहाँ सिर्फ सुरक्षा गार्ड्स को ही जाने की इजाज़त है । इसको ‘पिपली घाट’ यहाँ लगे हुए पीपल के पेड़ों की वजह से बुलाते है । इसके बाद से महल की दीवारें शुरू हो जाती है ।

    pipli ghat
    credit : sheer_khurma (Instagram)
  • बंसी घाट : बंसी घाट भी दरबार का पर्सनल घाट है जो दरबार के काम के लिए ही यूज़ होता है, यहाँ से लेक पैलेस के लिए नावें चलती है । इस घाट का नाम दरबार के ही बंसी जी के नाम पर पड़ा । ये घाट ‘गोल महल’ के नीचे बना हुआ है । यहाँ पर सुनील दत्त स्टारर ’मेरा साया’ की शूटिंग हुई थी ।

    bansi ghat
    credit : gauravmarwah.edtgm (Instagram)
  • लाल घाट : आज की तारीख़ में नावों का संचालन यहीं से किया जाता है । ये गणगौर घाट के पास ही बना हुआ है । यहाँ आसपास होटल्स और गेस्ट-हाउसेस होने की वजह से टूरिस्ट्स बड़ी मात्रा में आते है । एक वजह यहाँ मिलने वाली शांति भी है ।
    lal ghat
    credit : mr._dhawan19 (Instagram)

    lal ghat
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  • गणगौर घाट : इसके बारे में अब क्या ही बताया जाए आपको । ये उदयपुर की पहचान है । यहाँ न जाने कितनी ही मूवीज़, सिरिअल्स, वेडिंग शूट्स हो चुके है । यहाँ एंट्री के तीन गेट्स है जिन्हें त्रिपोलिया बोला जाता है । यहाँ पर फेमस मेवाड़ उत्सव, गणगौर पूजा होती है, जो की देखने लायक है । कोई उदयपुर घुमने आता है तो एक बार गणगौर घाट ज़रूर जाता है । यहाँ बच्चो से लेकर बड़ो, देसी से लेकर विदेसी सब तरह के लोग मिल जायेंगे ।gangaur ghat गणगौर घाट की एक बात पता चली, 1973 से पहले गणगौर घाट इतना बड़ा नहीं था जितना आज दिखाई देता है । 1973 से पहले तक गणगौर घाट त्रिपोलिया तक ही फैला हुआ था, उसके बाद उसे आगे बढाया गया ।gangaur ghat
  • बोरस्ली घाट : गणगौर घाट से सटा हुआ घाट ‘बोरस्ली घाट’ के नाम से जाना जाता है । चूँकि यहाँ बोरस्ली के पेड़ बहुत है इसलिए इसका नाम ये पड़ा । ये गणगौर घाट से एक छोटी सी गुफ़ानुमा गली से जुड़ा हुआ है । इस घाट पर मंदिर बहुत ज्यादा है और हर शाम यहाँ आरती होती है । सुबह के वक़्त आसपास के बुज़ुर्ग लोग यहाँ आकर बैठते है और फिर बातों का दौर शुरू होता है । ( ये जानकारी हमें फेसबुक कमेंट्स से प्राप्त हुई, गोविन्द जी माथुर का हम शुक्रिया अदा करते है ।

ये सब लिखना तब ही आसान हो पाता है जब हमें वाळी बाई, राधावल्लभ जी व्यास, भरत जी जैसे लोग मिले । हम इन जैसे उन सभी लोगो का विशेष शुक्रिया अदा करते है जिन्होंने हमें अपना कीमती वक़्त दिया और हमारी भूख शांत की ।

bharat ji, radhavallabh ji, waali bai

ये कुछ घाट थे जिन पर हमने कुछ जानकारियाँ जुटाई और आपके सामने लेकर आये ।  कुछ और घाट भी है जैसे इमली घाट, बाड़ी घाट, पशु घाट उन पर हमें कुछ ज्यादा मिल नहीं पाया । अगर आप लोग उदयपुर के और भी घाट जानते है और उनसे जुड़ी कोई बात बताना चाहते है तो हमें कमेंट में ज़रूर लिख भेजिए । आपकी भेजी हुई इनफार्मेशन हमारे ही शहर के काम आयेगी ।

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Don’t miss the Gala! Arvanah mall celebrates its first anniversary

On the occasion of the first anniversary of the Arvanah Mall the managing director, Hasan Paliwala, has declared a 10 days event gala where people of the city can enjoy and have a great time at the Mall. Live Band performance on popular Bollywood songs was much loved by the people, which were performed on the first day. In a similar way, every evening from 6 pm to 9 pm various types of cultural performances will be organized in order to celebrate one successful year of the Arvanah Mall.

Arvanah mall celebrates its first anniversary

The mall is studded with ‘Seven Wonders of the World’ which is being placed on every floor. The floor too is decorated in the same theme as the ‘wonder’ it has. According to Mr. Hasan Paliwala, this facilitates close viewing of the Seven Wonders of the World so that people coming to the mall can not only enjoy but gather some information about them too. More than 10,000 people have made a visit to Arvanah to experience this amazing decor setup of Wonders of the World.

Arvanah mall celebrates its first anniversary

The people praised the efforts put in by the mall management in order to achieve a blissful and unique celebration of the first anniversary of Arvanah. Almost 1000 Kids from different schools have made their visit to the Mall till now to experience the Seven Wonders and more than 5000 students are yet to make a visit to the same.

Arvanah mall celebrates its first anniversary

Arvanah mall celebrates its first anniversary

Arvanah mall celebrates its first anniversary

So don’t wait else you miss out to experience these wonders of the World. Visit Arvanah Today !
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Weighing 607 Grams; Rajasthan’s Smallest Premature Baby Dishika Is Now a Healthy Child

A girl child born after 27 weeks of pregnancy with a weight of 607 grams is said to be Rajasthan’s smallest premature birth. Dishika was born a premature to a couple, Geeta and Rajesh Lohar, married for 17 years. She was a twin to her sister who was 1275 grams.

She was born so early that it led to subsequent complications; Dishika had severe respiratory distress, given delivery room CPAP and transferred to Jivanta neonatal ICU on Neopuff. She required respiratory support for a period of about 1 month.

During her course in the hospital, she underwent several functional echocardiograhies and Neurosonographies to assess and modulate her heart and brain development. In addition to this, she also went through ophthalmic examination (ROP screening) frequently. These all procedures were performed by Jivanta’s expert Neonatologist, Dr. Sunil Jangid, under whose supervision she was medicated at Jivanta Hospital’s NICU for almost 85 days.

Dishika’s story started when her mother, Geeta suffered uncontrollable blood pressure and the ultrasonography revealed fetoplacental insufficiency; she was taken up for emergency cesarean section. Geeta gave birth to twin girls and one of them was Dishika. The early birth was followed by a period of uncertainty. Initial days were difficult for the baby as her birth weight dropped down to 500 grams. It was tough to maintain her health as she was struggling to breathe, so was immediately put on a ventilator and given surfactant.

She was started on supportive care like intravenous fluids, parental nutrition, antibiotics. Gradually, she began digesting few drops of milk. She was able to start drinking from spoon only after 10 weeks of birth.

Dishika was called the ‘miracle baby’ by Jivanta’s Team, as she miraculously survived extreme health implications being born as a premature twin. The latest technology, high-end equipment and expertise of the Jivanta’s NICU team made it possible to give life to the smallest preemie of Rajasthan.

Jivanta is now consistently having more than 90% survival rate of extremely low-birth babies.

Dishika is healthy now and is of 2+ years of age. She comes to the hospital for regular follow-up and has normal hearing, normal vision, and normal developmental milestones.

Contact Details:

Address: Panchsheel Market, Hiran Magri Sector 5, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India

Helpline: 7727866011

E-mail: info@jivantahospitals.com

Website: www.jivantahospitals.com

 

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