In the evening, we went to see the magnificient Lake Palace in the middle of Lake Pichhola. And what a breathtaking sight it was... the white-marbled Lake Palace seemed to float fairy-tale like in the waters of the lake.
The Lake Palace -
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Our Network guide asked us if we would like to take a leisurely boat-ride, and we jumped at the opportunity. It was an unforgettable experience and probably the most romantic evening of our lives. We cruised around, taking in the numerous ghaats (including the Gangaur Ghaat which witnesses frenzied activity during the Mewar Festival), the imposing City Palace and the city spread around the lake.
This photo of the City Palace
was taken from the boat - Click to enlarge
I was looking at the water turning a deep orange, when Sonia tugged at my arm and whispered "Mike, just turn around verrrrry, verrrrry slowly." I did and was treated to the most glorious sunset that I had ever seen!!!
Sunset on Lake Pichhola - Click to enlarge
We had a candle-light dinner in the charming Lake Palace (now a luxury hotel) and then took the boat back to the city. Little wonder that the Lake City of Udaipur is fondly referred to as "Venice of the East".
