The Traditional concept of Tourism is well known by the people, which includes: Luxurious Hotels, Special places to Visit. Specially in a country like India the list of such places is never ending. We have quite a long list of such places – starting from the Taj Mahal, Eastern Coastal Line, The Breathtaking beauty of Himalayas, the western deserts etc. But that period is long gone when tourists used to visit such places merely to Eat, Drink & Merrymaking, this modern period calls for improvisation.
Many tourists want to learn & explore more about the people they meet & the places they visit. This indicates that the present day tourism is more ‘Knowledge Oriented‘ or ‘Cultural Tourism‘. This is where we have an advantage over the others, Udaipur is blessed with all the characteristics which will undoubtedly make us a leader in the present world of Tourism.
We have so much to offer to the people – almost every place, palace and lakes has a story associated with it, and the Modern Tourism demands exploration and learning, this is where we take the lead. Secondly, the Rich Heritage and culture adds to the increased interaction between tourists and local people. The tourists get a glimpse of the traditional life-style and culture and this is what matters. These small interactions, experiences are preserved by the tourists and these small things leave a impression upon the tourists which actually shapes the image of any place.
Ways to Promote Tourism
Multimedia presentations can be made available in the top tourist spots. These MM presentations would include topics like music, culture, history, biodiversity etc.
A Special emphasis to highlight the Cultural Tourism and Knowledge Based Tourism should be made in order to support them.
Places To Visit (Cultural Tourism) –
Shilpgram – The West Zone Culture Centre.
City Palace Museum.
SajjanGarh Monsoon Palace.
Jagdish Mandir Temple.
Kumbhalgarh Fort.
Saheliyo Ki Badi.
Dudh Talai.
And many more…….With the expansion of the places in Udaipur, there has been eventual growth in cultural tourism which has made the overall growth and economy structure more balanced of Udaipur.
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Winter is about to hit the city of lakes. We’ve all started feeling those cold waves sending a shiver through our spine. It’s about time we take our sweatshirts and cardigans out. It’s also that time when we cannot resist eating sweets, be it that Halwa or Ras malai at wedding functions or those late night trips for Doodh Jalebi. Whatever it may be, winter provides us with an excuse to soothe our sweet tooth cravings. So here we are, with the list of the top 5 bakeries and patisseries in town that are sure to give you a sugar rush. Make sure you try each of them out! (And don’t worry, all the bakeries listed here serve eggless products, so you don’t have to control your hunger pangs next time you see one of them on the table!)
1. LE CAKERY BAKERY AND CAFE
Opened in 2011 by Mr. Yash Bhatnagar, this bakery comes at the heart of every person. Situated in the center of the city offering some of the best cheesecakes in town, this bakery has made its way into every house. Their specialties include chocolate truffle pastry, macarons, tarts, and mousses. Our personal favorite had to be the caramel walnut pie and the blueberry cheesecake. The subtle flavors combined with the perfect ambiance makes for a great place. They have come up with two new varieties of cakes this festive season, namely, the Pistachio Velvet and the Orange Velvet cake. You can also give their home-made bread a try ranging from whole wheat and 8-grain (multigrain) to their focaccia and garlic bread. They even have a café serving amazing Risotto, Pasta, and Pizzas!
Where – 73, Chetak Circle, Udaipur
Timing – 9.30 am – 9.30 pm
Home Delivery – Available
2. THE BAKE AFFAIR
‘Fresh Eggless Yummy’ is what the card reads and that’s exactly how their products are once they enter your mouth. That dense, creamy and mellow flavor you always wished for? All of it fits just perfectly to give your taste buds a tickle. Started in July 2015 by Mrs. Meenal Khamesra Agarwal, Bake Affair is a home-based bakery that serves appetizing cakes and pastries on an order basis. They specialize in puddings and cheesecake (Oreo cheesecake and red velvet cake are to die for!) and for this festive season, they’ve got Dry Fruit coated chocolates, dessert jars, and customized hampers to gift to your special ones. They also make customized and theme cakes along with red velvet and loaf cakes. Order 24 hours in advance because as they say, ‘Delicious things don’t come easy!’ or at least what foodies might say.
Where – ‘Savitrikunj’, A-25, Alkapuri, Near Hotel Lakend, Udaipur
Timing – 10 am – 8 pm
Home Delivery– Available
3. SIMPLY SWEET
‘Do what you love and love what you do’ is exactly what Mrs. Diya Trivedi did. What started off as an inclination has finally begun to pay off with the bakery becoming much talked about in town. Calm ambiance with beautiful graffitis on one side makes for a great place to sip on a cup of coffee and desserts. Their bestsellers include, Nutella brownie, tarts, cake pops, and recent additions of the very trending Spiral Potato and Garlic Toast make for a wholesome package. Diya is one of the first home bakers in town providing customized cupcakes and cakes. For the festive season, they’ve come up with Gulab Jamun cupcakes and Cheese fruit tarts. We’re sure you’ll be tempted by her baking skills once you give the place a try.
Where – 168 C, New Fatehpura, Near Baskin Robbins, Sukhadia Circle, Udaipur
Timing – 11 am – 12 midnight
Home Delivery – Available
4. ZOE’S CAKE STUDIO
Mrs. Ankita Singhal is yet another amazingly talented home baker trained in eggless French entremets, Fondant cakes, Royal icing and Wedding cakes. She is one gem of a person and has been into baking for 6 years now. She has recently moved to Udaipur and started Zoe’s on an order basis in 2015. They also serve deconstructed desserts and cakes at Vantage by Panna Vilas, a rooftop restaurant by Hotel Viaan. Ankita tells us, cakes will soon be available to order from the latter. Her bestsellers include Gulab Jamun cheesecakes, Rabri Mousse and Almond Dredges. They’ve got flavored cashews, hazelnut date chocolates and dessert jars set up especially for this festive season. Order at least 24-36 hours in advance to get your mouth watering delicacy ready.
5. CELEBRATION BAKERY
Talk about bakeries and any list would be surely incomplete without this one here. They’ve been around for about 17 years now and need no introduction whatsoever to describe their products. Specialising in Dark Chocolate cakes and cookies, they are the first choice of every person in town. Mr. Ritesh Jain is the owner and has got everything you are looking for. They even have a fast food counter serving hot dogs, footlongs, burgers, etc. They’ve got customized cookie hampers made for the festive season and have come up with Natural Ice cream cakes that are selling like hot cakes in the city. Drop over anytime with your order and they cater to it within minutes.
Where – Surajpole and Sector-4 (outlets), Shop no. 4/5 Fatehpura Circle (Main Branch), Udaipur
Timing – 8 am – 10 pm
Home Delivery – Available
6. 15 AD BAKERY
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Walking into 15 AD Bakery is more than just a visit; it’s an experience. The aroma of freshly baked bread, the sight of golden pastries, and the warmth of our cozy atmosphere invite you to indulge in something special. With a focus on customer satisfaction, we strive to make each visit memorable, offering a variety of baked goods that cater to every taste and preference.
Where– Saheli Marg, UIT Circle, Udaipur
Timing– 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM.
Home Delivery – Available.
7. AOSA BAKEHOUSE AND ROASTARY
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Inside the AOSA bakehouse, one can witness the ancient craft of baking amidst modernizing circumstances. Freshly prepared every morning is a new menu of hand-made breads, pastries, and desserts. With finesse and passion, everything from the crust of the sour dough loaf to delicate pastry with a filling of unique flavor is dealt with rigor while using only the best of ingredients sourced locally. Whether as a morning muffin or as a freshly baked loaf to be enjoyed at home, every nibble is a celebration of flavors and craftsmanship.
8. RAJASTHAN BAKERY
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At Rajasthan Bakery, there is a carry forward of the rich culinary with a modern touch. Our bakery brings together the flavors of the region with contemporary baking techniques to create a unique selection of treats. From traditional Rajasthani sweets and cookies to freshly baked breads, cakes, and pastries, every item reflects dedication to quality and authenticity. Step into Rajasthan Bakery and experience a delightful blend of regional heritage and modern taste, crafted with love and care.
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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
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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
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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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In the heart of Gulab Bagh, beauty blossoms and tranquility reigns
Udaipur is famous for its hotels and views, but the other scene which is being captured is that of gardens. Gulab Bagh comes in the light as it involves intricate details of how the garden is managed. The Sajjan Niwas garden or the Gulab Bagh with an area of 100 acres is perhaps the biggest and best garden in India. Apart from the trees, flowerbeds and a zoo, the garden also has a museum to boast of. The museum, originally known as Victoria Hall Museum, was well known for its collection of antiques and curios. It has now been shifted to Karan Vilas Mahal within the City Palace complex. There is also a public library attached to the garden, which has large volumes and illustrated manuscripts on Indology, Archaeology, and History. The museum, the library and a reading room are all located inside the Victoria Hall. In the month of Shravan (Jul/Aug) a fair is held here on every Monday. It’s the most frequently visited and famous garden of Udaipur. Local multitude often comes here for an evening walk as it provides the best atmosphere for health advantage. During the dawn we often find people doing yoga and various exercises. This largest garden of Udaipur is the best place to see the combination of natural beauty spread all over.
Gulab Bagh also has zoo which have animals and by this there are other facilities which are provided to the animals. There are major perspectives which helps in enabling the perspectives of how the environment and the garden is managed. Udaipur has stabilized the natural beauty of Gulab Bagh.
AAVARAN (means ‘covering’ in Mewari language) was founded by Mrs Alka Sharma, textile graduate from Indian Institute of Crafts and Design, Jaipur, Rajasthan, by this Alka wanted to uphold rural and indigenous communities and preserve their ‘traditional’ craft.
The initiative was started from Akola, which is a block printing cluster near Udaipur. The aim was to revive the culture so that the coming generations can carry the art forward.
AAVARAN’s workshop is predominantly of blue-white color, starting from the paint at the walls to cushion covers to pouches to the chappals to everything.
aavaran udaipurAAVARAN timeline
The process at AAVARAN is totally conventional, that’s why the job is very labour intensive. They develop cloth from various types of cotton and silk (chanderi and kotadoriya). The cotton cloth takes around 15-20 days to develop whereas silk takes around a month because mud-resistant is to be applied on the fabric for 4-5 days and then it’s bleached.
Cloth at AAVARAN goes through following stages to reach to you:
The fabric is imported from the Southern part of India.
The fabric is then washed to remove the impurities of the fabric which are the barrier in the printing procedure.
The fabric is then checked to ensure that there aren’t any weave-mistakes or holes.
The plain cloth is dyed with various dyes, one of them being indigo dye.
The fabric is then printed in different colors and blocks.
The printed cloth is embroidered and stitched upon.
The stitched cloth is then packed in the stock room.
The finished product is consumed by both domestic and international markets.
aavaran udaipur
AAVARAN’s speciality is Dabu print which is traditional hand block printing craftsmanship from vintage Rajasthan. It is made from Dabu which is a mud resist process, and comprises of black soil, gum (gond) and chuna (calcium hydroxide). A mixture of beedan and ground along with mud is used to make a sticky paste. Dabu is applied to the fabric using wooden blocks. At AAVARAN, artisans make use of single and double dabu dexterities for cloth printing.
aavaran dabu print
AAVARAN’s USP is that they manufacture Indigo printed clothes which is Mewar’s ancient expertise. They have 4 pits, each 9ft deep for bleaching the cloth with Indigo. After bleaching/dying the cloth is of greenish shade but turns into blue after exposed oxidization.
AAVARAN also specialize in Lep, as its literal meaning, mud is evenly spread on the cloth and left for drying after which the cloth is bleached and color texture can be seen in different shades on the same piece.
Zari and zardozi are one of the major embroidery craft done at AAVARAN.
aavaran embroidery
Till now around 300 people have been employed by this initiative out of which 100 are in-house employees at AAVARAN who are engaged in Block Printing, Stitching, Dyeing etc., Udaipur and other 200 are women in and around Udaipur who work in clusters of 30 each and do dari making, tassel making, button making etc.
aavaran group photo
AAVARAN manufactures women’s sarees, shirts, kurtas, tops, dupattas, pyjamas and skirts. The brand also has a men’s cloth line and children’s range as well as home decor such as bedsheets, carpets, cushion covers, etc.
Currently, their trade is Brand to Brand, they cater to Fabindia, Kilol and many other brands of Japan and Korea. They have 3 retail stores in Udaipur, Jaipur and Bangalore each; they’ll soon be opening in Chandigarh as well.
aavaran store udaipur
“We are a zero-waste company because we utilize all our scrapes in making home furnishings, jewelry, bags, pouches and many other embellishments” ~says Mrs Alka Sharma.
The cultural committee of Municipal Corporation, Udaipur decided on Thursday that a herbal garden will be built in Gulab Bagh. Medicinal plants from around the world will be planted in this garden which will be developed after consulting the experts. The committee meeting was led by Mayor Govind Singh Tank, Deputy Mayor Paras Singhvi, and Chairman Mahesh Trivedi.
The committee decided that on all the national festivals viz. Republic Day (celebrated on 26th January) and Independence Day (celebrated on 15th August), tricolor flag will be hoisted in parks of Udaipur, including Gulab Bagh, as these parks are an indigenous part of the city.
Another important decision given by the cultural committee was that all the dividers of the city will be decorated by planting beautiful and colorful flowers. This was decided because it was regularly seen that dividers are used by people to dry their clothes on the roadside
All existing visas, except diplomatic, official, UN/International organisations, working and project visas are to be suspended till 15th April 2020. The government has suspended the visas to India because the cases of coronavirus in India are reflecting a drastic increase and the World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared it as the rampant epidemic.
The suspension will be implemented from 1200 hours GMT on 13th March 2020 at the point of departure.
The official statement was issued by a panel at Health Ministry Of India, headed by Union Health Minister, Dr. Harsh Vardhan on Wednesday, 11th March 2020.
People coming from China, Iran, Italy, Republic of Korea, Germany, France and Spain after 15th February 2020 will be halting at Quarantine for 14 days, the decision for the same will be made at the departure port of airports.
People holding credentials of OCI Card which gives them Visa Free Facilities will too be denied entry.
If the reasons are too serious for travelling to India, then the person has to contact the nearest Indian embassy.
Udaipur being a Tourist attraction city is believed to face decline in Tourist Activities because of the suspension of visas. Several tourist spots are suspected to experience a downhill in their business; even the city dwellers such as rickshaw drivers, local artefact shops etc are also to witness a slacken for a few days.
The biggest festival of lights has come to its final phase. The celebration has come to an end. The festivities are over and have left behind some unforgettable beautiful memories.
Being the biggest festival of the country, Diwali is celebrated with an altogether different zeal and feel. It fills the heart with happiness and joy and let us create some beautiful memories with our loved ones.
With the same spirit and purpose, Udaipur celebrates Diwali in the form of Udaipur Light Festival. And like every year, UdaipurBlog celebrated the biggest festival in the most beautiful and glorious way. Udaipur Light Festival 2019 was filled with fun, happiness, adventure, music and memories.
An UdaipurBlog initiative, ULF makes people celebrate Diwali at a common place to share their happiness with each other. This has been the city’s biggest event since 2012 which allows people to meet, eat, celebrate and have fun together.
The love and warmth that people have showered in ULF2019 cannot be expressed in words. And we can’t thank you enough for making it a super grand event for us to look back to.
UdaipurBlog expresses its sincere gratitude for making ULF2019 such a success. We are thankful to all those who have been a part of this event directly and indirectly.
We are thankful to the humongous crowd that gathered to join us in the celebration. We would like to thank our celebrities Ash King and Ritviz and the event host Vishaal Rasquinha for entertaining our guests and elevating the fun of the celebration. A warm thank you note to SADA Dance Academy for an amazing dance performance.
We are thankful to our partners
Light and Sound Partner – Bharat Music
Decor Partner – Rajkamal Tent House
Design Partner – VCD College of Designing
Photography Partner – Star Photoworks
Venue Partner – Shouryagarh Resort & Spa
Execution Partner – The Enchanted Affair
Hospitality Partner – Justa Sajjangarh Resort and Spa
Visual Partner – VJ Ravi
SFX Partner – Naman Fireworks and Events
Adventure Sports Partner – The Jalsa Food and Adventure Hub
Radio Partner – 94.3 MY FM
Art Installation Partner – P.S. Let’s Party
Fire Safety Partner – Visvesvaraya Foundation
Communication Partner – Amenity Rentals and Services
Security Partner – Ganga Security
Water Supply Partner – Insta-Qua
Technology Partner – Assure IT-Infra
Thanks to our Food stall partners – Game of Cheese, The Shake Maker, Book A Surprise, Hariyali Restaurant, Sai Sagar Coffee House, Bhatti & Bakes, Lalaji and Masala Ministry.
Moreover, we also want to thank our team of volunteers who made every big and small task possible. A special thanks to the Udaipur Administration, Police Department & Smart City Udaipur whose support made it possible to execute this event.
We are sure that everyone associated with ULF2019 had a gala time. Your happiness is an encouragement that motivates to bring the best for you every year.
It was not just an evening but an experience that will be etched in our memory to cherish for a lifetime. On this note, we promise to bring even more beautiful and amazing ULFs for years to come.
Rajasthan Petroleum Dealers Association, Udaipur, said that all the petrol pumps in the city will remain closed on October 23. This is to protest against the Government’s refusal to cut VAT on petrol and diesel.
There are around 140 petrol pumps in Udaipur. All of them will remain closed from 6.00 am onwards on October 23 and remain closed till 5.00 am on October 24, 2019. The statewide strike has been called after the government hiked the VAT on petroleum products by 4%. This hike has increased the fuel prices by 5 to 9 rupees. This price is higher than that of the neighbouring states, which has resulted in fall of revenue.
According to the Association, the situation has been presented to the government a number of times earlier, but there has been no positive response, due to which the dealers are forced to go on strike.
The dealers also informed that the strike is indefinite and may continue in the absence of any favourable measure. The Association presented a memo on this matter to the District Collector and District Revenue Officer.
When over six lakh readers from across the world submitted ratings and comments for selecting their favourite travel destinations and brands, Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur got the third position in the list of top 10 best hotels in the World.
The global luxury and lifestyle magazine, Condé Nast Traveler, has combined the annual readers’ surveys in the U.S. and the U.K. into one Global Readers’ Choice Awards List.
The palatial hotel, undoubtedly, deserves every bit of this position with its awe-inspiring architecture and hospitality. The guests are treated like royals from the very first moment they enter into the property. The location of the hotel further adds to its charisma giving a feeling of a walk into the history and an experience of unique service that brings the “Tajness” to life.
This all, of course, comes with a price. One night stay at this luxurious property of Udaipur can cost somewhere between INR 80,000 to 11 lacs, depending on the business season.
However, for general people, watching this beauty during the boat ride in Lake Pichola is another experience especially during evening and night, when the property is lit with mesmerizing lights.
The hotel rose to another level of fame after the famous James Bond movie, Octopussy, was shot here in 1984. Post that, many Bollywood movies made The Taj Lake Palace their shooting location.
