Lake Pichola Udaipur Rajasthan

Lake Pichola is situated in the middle of Udaipur, the most beautiful city in Rajasthan. The city of Udaipur, known as the city of lakes, is world-famous for its natural beauty, beauty, green mountains, big lakes, and vast forest area, which add to the beauty of Udaipur city. Udaipur is a major tourist city in India.

Lakhs of domestic and foreign tourists visit here throughout the year, tourists visit Udaipur to take the most memorable moment and happy experiences of their life. Lake Pichola is the famous freshwater artificial lake of Udaipur. 

It is situated in the heart of Udaipur city. The view of Lake Pichola is surrounded by large mountains full of greenery, big buildings built on all four sides and bathing ghats, this place provides immense peace and relaxation and is like a paradise for nature lovers.

History of Lake Pichola 

Lake Pichola was built in the late 14th century by a Banjara named Pichhu during the reign of Rana Lakha. Later, being pleased with the beauty and charm of Lake Pichola, Maharana Udai Singh gave a big shape to the lake and built a dam on the shore. 

In the surroundings of the lake, very beautiful palaces, marble temples, large Havelis, platforms, and baths have been built centuries ago, which describe the then exquisite craftsmanship of Rajasthan.

The length of Lake Pichola is 4 km, breadth is 3 km and depth is 30 feet. A very beautiful and beautiful dam named Bada Pol is built on its banks.

Special attractions of Lake Pichola - 

There are two islands in the middle of Lake Pichola. On both the islands, there are very beautiful and beautiful Jag Mandir and Jag Niwas Mahal in the middle of the water, whose reflection falls in the lake, seeing the reflection of the palaces in the water. Tourists get thrilled. Jag Niwas Mahal which currently operates as a five-star Lake Palace hotel is run by members of the erstwhile royal family of Mewar.

At present both Jag Niwas and Jag Mandir palaces are being developed from the point of view of tourism. Raj Mahal City Palace is situated on the banks of Lake Pichola which is adding to the beauty of Lake Pichola and a boating facility is available for tourists to visit Jag Niwas and Jag Mandir Palace from the City Palace itself.

Jag Niwas Mahal was built in 1746 AD by Maharana Jagatsingh and named this palace Jag Niwas after him.

Surrounded by picturesque valleys and valleys amidst the Aravalli mountain ranges, Lake Pichola has become a favourite tourist destination. The Mohan Temple is built in Pichola Lake itself, from where the king used to watch the annual fair held at Gangaur Ghat in Pichola. Natni's platform is situated on the Pichola lake itself, it is mentioned in the history of Mewar.

The City Palace is situated on the east side of Lake Pichola and on the north side there are many bathing ghats and picnic spots for walking on the back side of the lake. A separate boat facility is also available for visiting Pichola Lake. Tourists can not stop taking a boat ride when they come to Lake Pichola, tourists sit in the boat and admire the beautiful environment of Lake Pichola with their eyes and capture their photos in the camera by going to the middle of the water.

The enjoyment of sunset in Lake Pichola is different, it seems that the sun is setting in Lake Pichola itself. Lake Pichola is also a sunset point for tourists.

The water of the Sisarma river comes from Pichola lake.

The most suitable season to visit Lake Pichola is from July to April, the enjoyment of visiting Lake Pichola during rainy and winter days is very different. Boats are available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM to visit Lake Pichola

How to reach Lak Pichola Udaipur

How to reach Pichola Lake has located at a distance of 4 km from Udaipur Railway Station and 3 km from the Bus Stand. After reaching here Pichola Lake can be reached through Auto, Taxi trains.

By Air: If you want to reach Udaipur from any corner of the country, then an airport facility is available in Udaipur, the distance of Pichola Lake from the airport is 24 km, Pichola Lake can be reached by taxi car after reaching the airport.