Pichola lack

Pichola Lake is one of the most beautiful and picturesque lakes of Rajasthan, India. Located in the heart of the city, Pichola Lake is the oldest and one of the largest lakes of Udaipur. In 1362, the beautiful lake was built by Pichhu Banjara during the ruling period of Maharana Lakha. Talking about the dimensions of Pichhola Lake, it is extended to 3 miles in length, 2 miles in width and has depth of 30 feet.

The beauty of this lake has not separated anyone to attract towards it. The lake looks more enchanting with its scenic surroundings. Maharana Udai Singh must have been certainly captivated by the charm of this pristine lake with the perfect backdrop of lush green hills as when he founded the city of Udaipur, he enlarged this lake. He also constructed a dam made in stone that falls under the 'Badipol' region on the shore of this lake.

Pichola Lake is enveloped by lofty Palaces, temples, bathing ghats and elevated hills on all its sides. In the southern part of this lake, there is a hill that is known as Machhala Magra and one can see glimpse of Eklinggarh Fort from here. The City Palace of Udaipur broadens along the eastern banks of this lake. Built by Jagat Singh, Mohan Mandir is situated in the north-east corner of Lake Pichola.

Lake Pichola comprises several islands that accompany the calm waters of the lake. The world-renowned Lake Palace is perfectly located on the Jag Island of this tranquil lake. Even the Jag Mandir, another destination of tourists, is located on an island of this lake. Above all, a trip to Pichola Lake would be incomplete with a boat ride. The pristine blue waters of the lake leave a soothing impact on the spectator. At the time sun-set, a boat ride in this lake is sufficient to enthrall anyone.

Rudyard Kipling mentioned this lake in his Letters of Marque (1899), "If the Venetian owned the Pichola Lake, he might say with justice, `see it and die'". The beauty of Lake Pichola attracts people from all over the world. One can undeniably say for Pichola that once, if you see this lake, you would definitely fall in love with it. The mesmerizing beauty of Lake Pichola makes it worth visiting during your visit to Udaipur.

Lake Pichola, situated in Udaipur city in the Indian state of Rajasthan, is an artificial fresh water lake, created in the year 1362 AD, named after the nearby Picholi village.^[1][2] It is one of the several contiguous lakes, and developed over the last few centuries in and around the famous Udaipur city. The lakes around Udaipur were primarily created by building dams to meet the drinking water and irrigation needs of the city and its neighborhood. Two islands, Jag Niwas and Jag Mandir are located within Pichola Lake, and have been developed with several palaces to provide views of the lake.^[1][3]
Three of the numerous lakes found in the vicinity of Udaipur which connect with the Pichola lake and the Saroop Sagar Lake connected by an arched bridge built by Maharana Swaroop Singh (1842-1861) which in turn connects to the Fateh Sagar Lake, the crystal watered lake in the midst of tree lined hills and the smaller Arsi vilas.^[1][3]

Founded by the legendary Maharana Udai Singh in 1559 A.D. on the banks of Lake Pichola, Udaipur is one of the most romantic cities in Rajasthan. Also known as the city of lakes, Udaipur gleams in its abundance of lakes, marble palaces and picturesque gardens.
	A legendary Haveli standing on a peaceful island "Bramhapuri" on the western Banks of Pichola Lake, Overlooking the magnificent city palace. The oldest jagdish Temple ,Bathing Ghats and Embankments.West Zone culture Center of India which happens to be historical Bagore ki haveli is also situated on the opposite ghat.

Lake Pichola Udaipur

¤ The Pristine Lake

The title of the most beautiful and enchanting lake in Udaipur has been rightly given to Lake Pichola. Rudyard Kipling in his Letters of Marque, 1899, compliments the lake: ‘If the Venetian owned the Pichola [lake] he might say with justice, `See it and die.‘" This lake was started by either a banjara or a grain carrier at the end of the 14th century and was completed by Rana Udai Singh. Fed by a big stream from the western mountains, the lake is 2¼ miles long and 1¼ mile wide. Pichola is encircled on all sides by numerous palaces, marble temples, family mansions, dark hills and rows of bathing ghats which is thronged by bathers at dawn. The lake at places narrows down and both its banks almost touch each other. Here, at these places the lake is spanned with ornamental bridges and their attractive arches. Another interesting spot on the lake is the Shikarbadi or the Khas Odi(see Sajjangarh for more details).


¤ The Island Attractions

There are islands at regular intervals on the lake which have either palaces and pavilions on them. The most beautiful and eye-catching are the Jag Mandir and the Jag Niwas. Mohan Mandir and Natini ka Chabutra are pretty small in size – nevertheless they have their own legends to boast. This chabutra (raised platform normally within a courtyard) was built in memory of a natani or tightrope walker. It is said that Maharana Jawan Singh (1828-38) in an inebriated state promised a natani that he would give her half the kingdom of Mewar if she crossed the width of the lake on a tightrope from a village on the west bank of the lake to the City Palace on the east bank. When the natani was about to reach the other side the rope was cunningly severed. Half of Mewar was saved, but the poor girl pluged to her death and drowned. But before she died she cursed the maharana’s family that from then on they would not have any direct heirs. Out of the seven Ranas succeeding Jawan Singh six were adopted ones. The Mohan Mandir in the northeast corner of the lake was built by Jagat Singh between 1628 and 1652.

Lake Pichola

A pristine and enchanting lake, Pichola is among the important landmarks of Udaipur. Several beautiful forts and palaces as well as temples that are now an important part of India’s heritage have been built in and around Lake Pichola. Rudyard Kipling in his Letters of Marque, 1899, compliments the lake: If the Venetian owned the Pichola [lake] he might say with justice, ‘See it and die’. Udaipur is called the Venice of the East due to Lake Pichola and a couple of other lakes present in the city. Pichola is a manmade lake and was most likely started by either a banjara or a grain carrier at the end of the 14th century though it was completed by Rana Udai Singh. The Aravali hills, numerous ghats (steps), havelis (mansions), palaces and temples are a part of the charming vistas surrounding Lake Pichola. There are also several ornamental bridges adding to its beauty. It is quite a large lake, 2¼ miles long and 1¼ mile wide, and is fed with water by a stream from the western mountains. Lake Palace (Jagniwas) and Jagmandir, the biggest temple of Udaipur have been constructed on an island in the middle of the lake. Other attractions include Mohan Mandir and Natini ka Chabutra (raised platforms) that have legends attached to them. Natini ka Chabutra was built in memory of a natani or tightrope walker. It is said that Maharana Jawan Singh (1828-38) promised a natani that he would give her half the kingdom of Mewar if she crossed the width of the lake on a tightrope from a village on the west bank of the lake to the City Palace on the east bank, while he was in an inebriated state. When the natani was about to reach the other side the rope was cunningly severed. Half of Mewar was saved, but the girl drowned and died. She cursed the Maharana’s family before dying that from then on they would not have any direct heirs. Out of the seven Ranas succeeding Jawan Singh six were adopted ones. 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