Udaipur Travel Facts Best time to visit: Sep to March STD Code: 0294 Population: 389,317 Weather: In Summer: 38.3 C (Max) - 28.8 C (Min) In winter: 28.3 C (Max) - 8 C (Min) Rainy Season : from July to Mid Sept, and very humid (Upton 90%) Rainfall: 62 cms. more information   About Udaipur Built by Maharana Udai singh, Udaipur is popularly known as the City of lakes. Pichola Lake, Udai Sagar, Fateh Sagar and Badi Sagar in this city are considered some of the most beautiful lakes in the state. Udaipur was the capital of the Rajput kingdom of Mewar, ruled by Ranas of the Sisodia clan. It is one of the most romantic cities of Rajasthan. The city is famous for its arts, crafts and miniature paintings. Udaipur has countless small shops and many interesting local craft, particularly paintings in the Rajput - Mughal style. Udaipur has a unique charm that distinguishes it from any other destination in Rajasthan. There are several other places to visit around Udaipur – Jaisamand Lake, the fort of Kumbhalgarh and the temples at Ranakpur, Eklingji, Nagda, Kankroli and Nathdwara. more information   Tourist Places City Palace more tourist places