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| Saheliyon ki Bari, Udaipur , Rajasthan
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| Saheliyon ki Bari is located on the banks of Fateh Sagar Lake. In the 18th century it was built by Maharana Sangram Singh for the royal ladies. Saheliyon ki Bari in Udaipur is one of the most beautiful gardens in the city and is also a popular tourist destination.
To arrive at this beautiful place the tourists can avail taxis, buses, auto rickshaws and other means of transportation. Another innovative way of traveling is the tonga or the horse carriage. The sprawling green gardens and fountains make Saheliyon ki Bari a favorable tourist spot. The name of the place literally means `Garden of the maids.`
The main attractions of this place are the carved pavilions. It was once a favorite retreat for the queen and her maids. According to legends the garden was actually designed by the king himself and presented it to his queen. The queen came with 48 maids after her marriage. This garden was built so that the queens and companions can spend their leisure time undisturbed and away from the conspiracies of the court. At that time there were lots of restrictions on women. Gardens like these allowed the ladies to enjoy in their own way.
There are four water pools in this garden and all of them have been provided with fountains. They present an amazing site when the water oozes out of these fountains in the midst of lushness and greenery. The carved marble pavilions, lotus pool, marble statues of elephants, flower beds and bird fountains make Saheliyon ki Bari in Udaipur a must visit local attraction.
Maharana Bhopal Singh too liked the garden and beautified it by pavilion of rain fountains. These fountains were brought from England. Do not forget to take a look at the main reservoir that has four kiosks made of black marble. Sculpted birds have been constructed on the top of these to make them look better. A museum is situated within the garden premises. Here one will come across items that were used daily in the royal households. Pictures from olden days, stuffed animals and cobras have been displayed at the museum of Saheliyon ki Bari in Udaipur.
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