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1. Haldighati:

You might remember the chapters from your school time that gave you a pictorial representation of what happened in Haldighati! It is the birthplace of the famous Rajput warrior, Maharana Pratap, who fought fiercely against Mughals.

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The place is filled with traditionalist and historical knowledge and not to forget the Haldi or reddish yellow soil that is still evidence of the bloodshed!

It is a perfect escape for the weekend!

Things you can do at Haldighati -

• ● Go to the museum which has all the weapons, coins, and other vintage artefacts. Not to forget the bronze statues that depict the life of Maharana Pratap.
• ● It is just 40 Km from Udaipur, and you can witness the picturesque beauty throughout the trip.
• ● The hills and the temple located at a temple which is still unexplored by a lot of people. You can take a horse ride up the mountain.

2. Jaisamand Lake & Sanctuary:

You can hire Shrinath Solitaire’s outstation taxi to take a trip to the Jaisamand lake and sanctuary, which is just 60 Km away from Udaipur. It is a place that you must go for a weekend getaway from the hectic schedule and revive your soul again.

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Jaisamand lake, also known as the Dhebar Lake is the second-largest artificial lake in the world. It has a history attached to it, that is, it was built by Maharana Jai Singh, the ruler of Mewar in 1685 to reduce the water scarcity in Mewar’s south-east.

Jaisamand is rich in flora and fauna; there are amphibians, a variety of birds, and a lot of other animals.

Things you can do -

• ● Go for boating.
• ● Go to the Jaisamand resort located in the middle of the lake for a beautiful and calming stay.

3. Kumbhalgarh:

Being in the comfort of an outstation taxi by Shrinath Solitaire, you will reach a place famous for its heritage temples and forts, which is, Kumbhalgarh. Amidst the lap of Aravalli Hills, it is a great place to explore, when it comes to a long weekend getaway. It was built in the 15th century and has witnessed a number of wars between Mughals and Mauryas.

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Things you can do -

• ● You can visit Jain temples that are constructed with elaborated marble carvings.
• ● Explore the vividness of the fort.
• ● There are resorts where you can chill and spend some time with yourself.
• ● Visit the Kumbhalgarh Sanctuary. It has a number of endangered animals like Nilgai, jackals, hyenas, sloths, and many more animals.

Kumbhalgarh is recognized as the second-largest wall in the world after the Great Wall Of China.

4. Mount Abu:

Just 164 km away from Udaipur, the mesmerizing hill station of Mount Abu that you would love to visit during your weekend getaway. Picturesque hills, beautiful climate, and a lot of natural lakes, the place is an epitome of scenic beauty. It is at the height of 4000 ft and a perfect fit for a long weekend.

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Things you can do -

• ● Explore and visit different Jain Temples.
• ● Visit Guru Shikhar - the highest peak of Aravalli ranges. You will get a lovely panoramic view of the hills and lakes altogether.
• ● Visit Nakki lake. It is known as the place where the ashes of Mahatma Gandhi were immersed.