Image source: Lake PicholaIn Rajasthan, the monsoon has arrived. Udaipur becomes a rain-kissed paradise when the clouds break and the peacock calls out for his love. Most of Rajasthan is still hot and dry, but Udaipur stands out for having a good temperature that makes it feel like a cool oasis amidst the heat.
Here are 5 places to explore in Udaipur during monsoon
1. Sajjangarh Wildlife Sanctuary
Known as the “lungs of Udaipur,” Sajjangarh Wildlife Sanctuary is located close to Lake Pichola and surrounds Sajjangarh Palace. It is surrounded by forests and is home to many zebras, wild boars, panthers and sambars.
2. Lake Pichola
Lake Pichola is the heart of Udaipur. The lake is home to four tiny islands: Jag Niwas, Jag Mandir, Mohan Mandir and Arsi Vilas. Popular sites such as Jag Mandir and Lake Palace are located on these islands. During the monsoon, a boat ride on Lake Pichola at sunset is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
3. Nandeshwar lake
Even during the rainy season, Nandeshwar Lake shines like a shining gem amidst beautiful hills. Maharana Shambhu Singh built the artificial lake during the 17th century. During the rainy seasons, stroll around this lake in peace while enjoying its unspoiled beauty.
4. Kaileshwar waterfall
These falls are located on the outskirts of Udaipur, approximately 16 kilometres from the city centre. During the rainy season, it turns into an amazing picnic location where you may get drenched under its roughly 100-foot-high waterfall.
5. Rayta Hills
Rayta Hill, just 20 kilometres from Udaipur, is the ideal full-day getaway to experience the monsoons in the lap of nature. The area is surrounded by a green landscape, which makes it the ideal place for trekking and picnics. The landscape is even more charming because of the mist-covered hills and the smell of wet earth.
