Situated on the bank of Lake Pichola & incorporating the majestic Gangaur Ghat, this haveli was built by the then Prime Minister of Mewar in the second Half of the 18th Century. It fell into a Dilapidated state until restoration by the West Zone Culture Centre began in 1986. There are 138 rooms, balconies, courtyards and terraces. The Chambers of the Royal Ladies contain fresco paintings, and the glass and mirror inlay work in the Haveli is marvelous.
Admission price: Rs.10 Opening
Hours: 10:00 to 17:00

Meaning " The Rose Garden," is situated in Sajjan Niwas Park. Sajjan Singh laid out the Gulab Bagh in the late 19th Century. The Saraswati Bhawan Library (originally called the Victoria Hall) is a striking building that was built to commemorate Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee. It contains many rare books and a displaced statue of Victoria.

This is a beautiful, recently restored musical fountain situated near sunset point to the side of Machala Magra Mountain. The lovely, tranquil park in the area provide a romantic place from which to see the sun setting over Lake Pichola. For those who enjoy a brisk climb and an even wider view, there is a path to the top of the mountain upon which stands the ruin of an ancient fort.
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The vast bastion, built by Rana Kumbha in the mid 15th century, stands at 1,100 m & was once almost inaccessible. Only once Was it captured due to its water supply being contaminated by an enemy agent.
Apart from this, it remained safe through the turbulent histroy of the region. Within its complex there are palaces, temples, fields and water resources sufficient to withstand even the longest siege.
Car parking: Rs. 25 Kumbhalgarh Wild life Sanctuary Admission Price: Rs. 50 (Permission must be taken from the local Forestry Dept. Office or The Head Forest Dept. In the Gulab Bagh ).
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A village situated on a very high peak in Aravali Hills and that is reached by a hair raising pass. Gogunda that abounds with Hindu & Jain temples, and it was here that the heroic Rana Pratap was crowned.

Maharana Pratap had a country retreat here, and it was here that he died in1597 following a hunting accident. The People of Bheel tribe inhabit the wild countryside of this area. Bheel men were very proficient archers and use to support Pratap in battle.
There is a fine statue of Pratap and four of his aides.
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The 15th Century temple at Dhuler is of special significance to Jain Pilgrims, who go there to worship the idol of Rishabhdeoji. The idol is almost one meter high and is of black marble. The founder of Jainism is Lord Mahavira, and Rishabhdeo is believed to be one of his incarnations.

Measuring 14 Kms. in length by 8 Kms. At its widest point, this is one of the largest man made lakes in Asia. Maharaja Jai Singh created it in the 17th century utilizing the waters of Gomti River . Encircled by hills and with a number of summer palaces along the shore, the lake is a natural and peaceful haven. There are eleven islands on the lake , some of which provide sanctuary inhabited by several species of migratory birds. The nearby wildlife sanctuary is also worth a visit. There is a number of resort hotels catering for those who would appreciate a break from the noise and turnoil of the city.
Jaisamand Wild life Sanctuary Admission Price: Rs.50
(Permisssion must be taken from the Jaisamand forestry Dept. Office or The Head Forestry Dept. In the Gulabh Bagh).
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Nagda was once the capital of Mewar. Some of the temples here date back to the 10th Century. The most notable is the Sas-Bahu Ka Mandir, a temple dedicated to the mother-in-law & daughter (they should build a few mother-in-law / son-in-law temples in the West, possibly making the occasional sacrifice!). It is a beautiful temple adorned with intricate carvings.
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The magnificent temple of Jagat is dedicated to the deity Ambika Mata and is famed for its richness of erotic sculptures which bears a similarity with Khajuraho For those with an interest in Hindu art and architecture, Jagat should not be missed.
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