Udaipur is the administrative headquarters of the Udaipur district in the State of Rajasthan. Udaipur’s breathtaking lakes, rivers, palaces, temples, fortes and gardens makes for a very romantic setting.
Udaipur is a choice location for film makers, and many will remember the destination from the scene in the film Octopussy where James Bond swims up to the floating palace filled with beautiful women. Maharana Udai Sigh founded Udaipur in 1568 after the emperor of Mughal (Akbar) felt that his current capital, Chittograrh, wasn’t safe enough for his expanding empire. As the new capital of Mewar, the emperor built up his city with spectacular palaces and temples.