Gangaur Ghat is located at the heart of the city of Udaipur and is very easy to find. Upon leaving the City Palace via the north gate, walk down until you reach the flight of stairs on your left for Jagdish Temple. At the road junction, turn left and head down past all the souvenir shops until you eventually reach the waters edge.
This was a place I kept returning to during my stay in Udaipur, there was always something happening but in a quiet and peaceful way. There are a few cafes close by as well if you want to linger for even longer.
The name-sake Ghangaur festival is celebrated in a grand manner every year in Rajasthan. Gangaur signifies Lord Shiva and Parvati together. It’s believed that Parvati returned to her parental home during Gangaur, to bless her friends with marital bliss. On the last day, Parvati was given a grand farewell by her loved ones and Lord Shiva arrived to escort her home.
You can also come here at night on your way to see the City Palace illuminated on the opposite shoreline.
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Categories: Gangaur Ghat, India, Rajasthan, Udaipur
I think its the most beautyful country in the world! Ty for sharing! 😉
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Beautiful!
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Udaipur was one of my favourite cities I visited in India. Again, thank you!
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It’s a truly beautiful place. We shot an advert there and it was a magical experience.
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I recognised some of those locations ! Thanks !
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This brings back magical memories of a Tennant’s shoot some time back.
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Thanks for the reblog !
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No probs. love your shots!
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Once there, and I spent one of the most memorable sunset in Udaipur.
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I enjoyed seeing your beautiful shots of Udaipur. Have wanted to visit for some time. Your photos brought me a little closer. Thank you for sharing!
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You’re welcome, it’s probably my favourite city in India. The old part is quite compact, and it’s easy to explore on foot. Well worth visiting for a few days !
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As a native of Rajasthan , i think your photos did a complete justice to the beautiful culture and people of Rajasthan. 🙂
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I am in Udaipur for a couple of months and had no idea of this place. Certainly on my list now! Thank you 🙂
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You’re welcome :))
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Check out my other posts on Udaipur and nearby locations in Rajasthan – there’s some amazing places that are reachable on day trips (most I’m sure you are aware of already)
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