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Udaipur:

• Shri Eklingji: Located 25 km from Udaipur in a remote mountain pass on the way to Nathdwara. Chiselled out of sandstone and marble, this temole of Shri Eklingji was originally built in 734 AD by Bappa Rawal, founder of the Sisodia clan and rebuilt in the 15th century. Shri Eklingji, an incarnation of Lord Shiva is the principle deity of the people of Udaipur. The complex of 108 temples is built on the shore of a lake and enclosed by high walls.
   

• Nagada: Located 2 km north of Shri Eklingji and 23 km from Udaipur. It has temples dating back to the 6th century, including the famous 11th century Sas-Bahu twin temples and the Adbhutji temple. Both temples are at the edge of a lake and submerged within the lake are several later structures.
   

• Jaisamand Lake: Located 50 km from Udaipur it was created in 1691 by Rana Jai Singh and is the second largest man made lake in Asia. On the banks of the lake are vast marble steps descending to water, embellished with pavilions and sculpted elephants. There are 11 islands in the lake, some providing sanctuary to migratory birds. Its surrounding area is now the Jaisamand Wildlife Sanctuary. Covering 64 sq. km, it has spotted deer, antelopes, gazelle, and panthers.
   

• Nathdwara: Loacted 55 km north of Udaipur on the bank of the river Banas. It has the most celebrated Vaishnava shrine of Lord Krishna or Shri Nathji. It is a major pilgrimage destination and also a centre for traditional meenakari (enamel) work.
   

• Haldighati: Located 40 km from Udaipur. The historic battle between Rana Pratap and the Mughal Emperor Akbar was fought here in 1576 AD. A chattri stands dedicated to valiant horse of Rana Pratap, Chetak, who died after seeing his master out of danger.

Kishangarh Fort