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Udaipur Trip

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The following places that we visited in Udaipur: • Shri Eklingji Temple : A Hindu temple complex in Udaipur District of Rajasthan in western India. It is situated in Kailashpuri village, near the former capital of Mewar, i.e., Nagda. Eklingji is believed to be the ruling god of Mewar Princely State and the Maharana rules as his Dewan. • Lake Pichola : Situated in Udaipur city in the Indian state of Rajasthan, it is an artificial fresh water lake, created in the year 1362, named after the nearby Picholi village. It is one of the several contiguous lakes, and developed over the last few centuries in and around the famous Udaipur city. • Taj Mahal Palace : The 5 star hotel in Udaipur located on an island in the midst of Lake Pichola. 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 ne...

Tripura Trip

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The places we visited in Tripura: • Tripura Sundari Temple: One of the most revered Shakti Peethas in India, Tripura Sundari Temple—also known as Matabari—is located in Udaipur. The temple, dedicated to Goddess Tripura Sundari, features a distinctive square-shaped sanctum and attracts thousands of devotees throughout the year. • Bhubaneswari Temple: Situated on the banks of the Gomati River, Bhubaneswari Temple is a renowned Hindu shrine dedicated to Goddess Bhuvaneswari. Its elegant architectural style and cultural significance are further enhanced by its mention in Rabindranath Tagore’s literary works. • Kalyan Sagar Lake: Located adjacent to the Tripura Sundari Temple, Kalyan Sagar is a serene and scenic lake known for its abundance of fish species. We visited the lake and enjoyed fresh coconut water while soaking in the peaceful surroundings. • Neermahal: Neermahal, meaning “Water Palace,” is a stunning palace built in the middle of Rudrasagar Lake. Constructed by Maharaja Bir Bikr...