Saheliyon ki Bari

Overview

Saheliyon ki Bari, the Garden of the Maidens, is a royal garden in Udaipur laid out in the early eighteenth century by Maharana Sangram Singh II for the women of the royal household and their companions. It is known for its fountains, which were designed to work without pumps.

The garden has marble kiosks, lotus pools and lawns, and a series of fountains. It is a quiet, shaded place compared with the busy city outside.

What to look for

• The fountains and their marble pools
• The lotus pool with its carved elephants
• The kiosks and shaded walks

Visiting tips

• It is a gentle stop of about 45 minutes.
• Go in the morning, when the fountains are running and it is cooler.
• It lies near Fateh Sagar Lake.

Why visit with a private guide

A private guide shows you where to stand, when to arrive and what most visitors miss at Saheliyon ki Bari, and fits the visit around the rest of your day.

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Nearby

Chittorgarh Fort Vijay Stambh City Palace Jag Mandir Lake Pichola Jagdish Temple Eklingji Temple