Udaipur to Belgaum Flights

  About Udaipur

Udaipur is one of the most beautiful cities in Rajasthan and definitely worth a visit. The city of lakes is ideal for a backpacking trip as well as for your honeymoon. Udaipur is a city that you will love, and you'll never really get lost. With an unexpected turn, you might discover an undiscovered restaurant or a shop that's hidden from the main street. You can also pick up hobbies while you're in the city. You'll find a lot of cooking classes, arts and crafts classes and the friendliest teachers, too. Not just the lakes but the city are also known for the palaces, palaces that are surrounded by lakes but also for the rich culture and the stories that come with it. You can catch the talent show at the Baghore Ki Haveli and be amazed by how easily they pull off performances that you will take ages to perfect. You can sit by the lake and just admire the sheer beauty of the city.

Sitting by the steps of the Ambrai Ghat and looking at the reflection of the City Palace falling on the lake is a view you'll never get tired of ever. Since Udaipur is a very popular holiday destination in Rajasthan, you find it easier to book a hotel room of your choice and necessities. For all you backpackers out there, there are lots of hostels like the Moustache, Zostel, Banjara and so on that will provide accommodation at minimal rates and you won't regret it at all. Getting around the city is not very difficult. You'll find rickshaws and taxis as per your convenience. People are also quite helpful when it comes to directing you.

The Jagmandir Island Palace, City Palace, Baghore Ki Haveli, Lake Pichola, Saheliyon Ki Baari, a Vintage Car Museum are only some of the most popular places in the city. Udaipur is also like paradise for all you shopaholics out there. You'll find a market in every lane that sells clothes, souvenirs, mojaris, handmade paper, handcrafted diaries, artefacts and jewellery. The city also has some famous temples, and you can attend the pujas in the evening. Apart from Lake Pichola, there is also the Fateh Sagar lake, yet another popular lake in the city. You can go boating at the lake, and you can also enjoy chaat from a series of stalls. The chaat corner near the Fateh Sagar lake is called Bombay Chowpatti, and the entire stretch of the lake is a sight to behold. There are several carvings on the walls on the other side of the road that will demand your attention.

Udaipur also has a Saas-Bahu temple, which is on the outskirts of the city. According to the stories, King Mahipala of Kachchhwaha Dynasty built the temple for his wife, who was a devotee of Lord Vishnu. He named it the Sahastrabahu temple, which means 'the one with a thousand arms'. Later, the King's son got married to a woman who was a devotee of Lord Shiva. A temple dedicated to Lord Shiva was built right next to the Vishnu temple for the daughter-in-law. The temple later derived the name Saas-Bahu temple because of this connection. Though it's in ruins now, it is a place worth visiting.

Best Time to Visit Udaipur

November to February is when the city experiences winter, and it is the best time to visit. The weather is pleasant and the night, chilly. It is ideal if you have any outdoor activities planned or want to spend the day outside. It goes without saying that summer is not the most perfect time to visit Udaipur. March through May is summer and the heat can get pretty intense. You will not feel like stepping outside your hotel room. However, if you do have a trip planned during summer, make sure you get an air-conditioned room. The evenings will be pleasant as compared to the day. June to September is monsoon, and it doesn't rain too frequently in the city. While monsoon is also quite pleasant, it will take the fun away from a perfect day outdoors.

Places to Visit in Udaipur

Udaipur City Palace, located in the city centre, is one of the main attractions that you cannot miss. You'll have to get the tickets outside the palace gates. You will also get a combined ticket to Jagmandir Island Palace if you wish to see the beautiful palace that's right in the middle of the lake, too. Only part of the City palace is open for people since the royal family still resides in it but in a separate section of the palace. If you think the City Palace is breathtakingly beautiful, wait till you get to the Jagmandir Island palace in a boat.

The Sajjangarh palace is another most visited palace in the city. While you're at it, do not miss out on visiting the Monsoon palace. The whole reason this palace was built was to watch and admire the clouds during monsoon. The city also boasts of a Vintage Car Museum for all you car enthusiasts. Every car that's on display at the museum has a story behind it and a famous person having driven it. Don't forget to add the Kumbalgarh Fort and Kumbalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary to your list.

Things to do in Udaipur

Take at least 2-3 days out to visit all the palaces in the city. Most palaces also have restaurants inside the complex, and you'll be treated with the best kind of hospitality that you've come across yet. When you enter the City Palace, you will also have the option to dress up in traditional Rajasthani clothes and take pictures by the royal fountains. You can also take up cooking classes and learn to make some traditional yet easy dishes.

There are myriad places in Udaipur that organise hikes and treks since there are so many forts and hills in the city. You can also rent a cycle or a scooter and go wandering the city. Make sure you catch the sunset by the Ambrai Ghat. It's one of the most beautiful sights and sunsets that you'll catch. Udaipur is not all sightseeing, but you will also find a lot of cultural shows and performances put up by the locals.

Catch the sound and light show at the Kumbalgarh Fort. It's a treat to the eyes and the ears. You must also catch the cultural show at Baghore Ki Haveli during evenings. It has folk dance, folk music and even puppet shows and the seating arrangement takes you back to a totally different time. Udaipur also has quite a lot of lake facing rooftop restaurants that will make your evening quite romantic.

Food and Restaurants in Udaipur

The Ambrai Amet restaurant in Udaipur that overlooks the City Palace and is near the Ambrai Ghat is one of the most popular restaurants in the city. You can order anything from a traditional Rajasthani meal to a western or continental cuisine of your choice. The setting is so pleasant and romantic you'll want to take a nice, long walk after dinner to soak in the view. Since the city has a lot of international travellers, too, there are a lot of cafes and restaurants that add gluten-free and vegan dishes to their menu. Satori, a cafe near the Jagdish Temple is one of the cafes you must visit.

Rooftop restaurants are the highlights of Udaipur, and while the food they serve is mouthwatering, it's the view that adds all the charm to the place. Jheel's Rooftop Restaurant at Chandpole offers a spectacular view of the lakes and is quite popular, too. Upre by 1559 AD is another restaurant that offers a panoramic view of the city and the lakes.

How to reach Udaipur

By Air

The closest airport is the Maharana Pratap airport with spotless flight connectivity to and from Udaipur. The city is well-connected with various metropolitan cities in India such as Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Surat and more. These cities have airlines reserving flights to fly to Udaipur. Air India, Alliance Air, IndiGo, SpiceJet and Vistara are some of the domestic airlines that fly to Udaipur from the mentioned cities. Depending on when you plan your trip to the palatial city, you can make your flight bookings. But if you wish to get some good flight deals and cheap flight tickets, then it is recommended that you peruse through the site more and find online flight deals. Aso, it would be ideal for hotel bookings to be made ahead of the trip. There are no international routes that converge with Udaipur as the airport only caters to domestic flights.

By Rail

The Udaipur railway station is aptly connected to all the metropolitan cities in the country like Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad and Chennai. You also get a train to Ajmer, Khajuraho and a couple of other cities in the country.

By Road

Reaching Udaipur from one of the cities in Rajasthan is no trouble at all. There are quite a few government-run buses and AC, Volvo buses, too, that will help you reach Udaipur. Not to mention, you'll also easily get a bus from cities like Mumbai and Delhi. It takes about 10-12 hours to reach Udaipur from Mumbai.

  About Belgaum

Belgaum is a small city located in the borders of the state of Karnataka. The city, also known by the name Belgavi, rests comfortably in the northern regions of the Western Ghats. A proposal to make Belgaum the second capital of Karnataka after Bangalore is in the works. A replica of the state administrative structure Suvarna Vidhana Soudha has also been constructed in the city's outskirts. The city of Belgaum has been selected to be developed into a smart city under the flagship project of PM Narendra Modi, also called Smart Cities Mission.

Best time to visit Belgaum

Winter is considered to be the ideal season to visit Belgaum. As mountains and vast expanses of greenery surround the city, the weather is charming and cool between November to February. The city's cool ambience and serene atmosphere would make you feel calm and relaxed.

The monsoons are also not all that bad as Belgaum turns into a nature-lover's paradise, come monsoon. The clouds enveloping the city while the rains add more life to the green panorama is an image that would stay with you forever. The roads might not be all that friendly to your vehicle or back, but the air and atmosphere would certainly be lovely. You can book a hotel in Belgaum and check out the bliss that the monsoon brings.

Summers are not the best time to visit the city as the temperatures take a hike. The scorching heat would put a damper on your travel plans as the weather is known to see a spike during summers.

Places to visit in Belgaum

Belgaum specifically doesn't have exemplary tourist attractions, but the areas around the city have some fun highlights that you can explore. From sitting under the Gokak Falls to taking a stroll through the Belgaum Fort, here are some places that you can visit when in Belgaum.

Gokak Falls

The Gokak Falls is close to 60 km away from the city centre and worth a visit. The blissful scenery of the falls located on the green Ghataprabha river forms quite a visual spectacle. Not to mention how the white waters cascading through the mountains offers a beautiful feel. There is an old temple of Lord Mahalingeshwara close to the falls so you can also visit the shrine.

Shri Ramakrishna Mission Ashram

Located in the city, Shri Ramkrishna Mission Ashram has spiritual significance and hence, is a tourist attraction. It has been stated that Swami Vivekananda took solace in the ashram and resided there for a few days. The ashram's look is quite interesting as there are decked up prayer halls, a Sarada mandap and elegant appeal to the structure. It is the best spot for people who wish to seek a retreat and break from their busy lives.

Navila TirthaNavila Tirtha is originally a village nestled in the Savadatti taluk of Belgaum district. While it is away from the central city, what makes this rocky village so special is the fact that it has a majestic dam. With several names such as Renuka Sagar, Navilteerth Dam and even Malaprabha Dam, the structure has been built across the Malaprabha river. Another highlight of the dam is the size and the fact that it is the shortest dam to be found in Karnataka.

Kittur Fort

The Kittur Fort and Palace is believed to be the works of Rani Chennamma. The complex now holds not just an aesthetically pleasing architecture but also has an archaeological museum within the palace. The collection is also quite exciting as the weapons, jewellery, historical sculptures, armour, costumes and more are displayed. The site would be a good place for you to learn a little more of Belgaum's history.

Belgaum Fort

It is said that the Belgaum Fort is the architecture of the rulers from the Ratt Dynasty and was constructed back in 1204 AD. While it is popularly known as Belgavi Fort, this is easily one of the tourist attractions that you can find when in Belgaum. The structure boasts some impeccable architecture with Indo-Saracenic features and an intriguing amalgamation of Deccan and Chalukyan designs. Within the fort, you will find a handful of temples including shrines of Ganpati and Goddess Durga. As you further explore the fort, you will see some beautiful mosques as well as Jain and Hindu temples.

Vajrapoha Falls

A little away from the small town of Belgaum is this pristine Vajrapoha Falls that overlooks the towering Sahayadri mountains. The scenic beauty of the place has often brought several travellers to its lap. The beauty of the falls is further amplified during monsoon. To be close to nature, one couldn't ask for a better getaway.

Things to do in Belgaum

The city has some beautiful forts and structures that can be explored. However, for outdoor activities, the best way to go about is to step out of the main city. Belgaum has several fun adventure activities that you can indulge in. From trekking at the Jamboti and Amboli ghats to picking white water rafting at the Kali river, these are some noteworthy activities that one can select when in Belgaum. As you go to the Jamboti ghat, you can also sit under the Vajrapoha falls and soak in the marvellous scenery at your perusal.

Similarly, you can also pick more trekking and hiking options and head to the Gokak and Godchinmalki waterfalls. Although the locations are a little away from the city centre, it would be an excellent way to unwind. Here's another exciting activity that you can take up when in Belgaum. The city actually has paragliding activities that you can pick up. Although the Himalayan terrains are known to offer the best of views and landscapes for paragliding, the one in Belgaum will give you a bird's eye view of the gorgeous Sahayadri mountains.

Food and Restaurants in Belgaum

The quaint city of Belgaum has an interesting melange of taste when it comes to food. Their history with Maharashtra has further led them to incorporate the same in their cuisine as well. You will find hear people speak Marathi and Kannada with a twang as they are at the border of the state. Even the cuisine is heavily inspired by Marathi culture as well as some flavours of North Indian delicacies. Not to mention how South Indian food such as the classic idli, vada, dosa and more are part of their staple food.

Over the years, thanks to impeccable development, Belgaum is seen quite a cultural twist with several big city joints such as Domino's, McDonald's, KFC and more making their way to the city. You can enjoy delicious Puri bhaji at Ajanta cafe and probably head to Belgo for some dessert. For all the tea lovers, Appolo tea bar is the place to be at to get the best tea in the city. As for those who wish to delve into scrumptious seafood, Hotel Aadinarayan is famous for their dishes.

How to reach Belgaum (Transportation)

By Air

Belgaum has decent flight connectivity from Bangalore as two dedicated airlines fly to and from Belgaum. SpiceJet and Star Air Airlines are the two services providers who have flights reserved for the city. The Belgaum airport is located in Sambra is touted to be the oldest airport in North Karnataka. Stretching across 10 kilometres, the airport is a little away from the city and close to State Highway 20. The government has included the airport in the UDAN 3 scheme which is why the city has regular flights flying in and out of Belgaum. Works to add more planes to fly from Belgaum to domestic routes of Mumbai, Pune and Mysore have also been planned out. These links will soon be added to the list of flights flying in and out of Belgaum.

By Rail

The Belgaum railway station is in the city centre and also part of the Indian Railways grid. The rail is perfectly connected with several major cities which make travelling to the city easier. Some trains go via Hubli to major metropolitan destinations such as Mumbai, Bangalore, Goa, Pune and even Delhi. The connectivity is quite good as there are not many transit changes required when travelling by train.

By Road

Belgaum is connected to major states thanks to National Highway 4. The national highway makes it easier for passengers travelling from Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Tamil Nadu. This domestic route from Belgaum allows the city to connect with a majority of Southern states in India directly. Another route connecting Belgaum to Karnataka and Goa is the 4A route. Several government buses run on these routes. The North Western Karnataka Road Transport Corporation and KSRTC have dedicated set numbers to connect all the places within the state.

Various private bus services have also been reaching the city thanks to the national and State highway. Many travellers also take up the Belgaum route for road trips as the roads are beautiful. Travellers heading to Goa are especially piqued by Belgaum’s beauty and often use the city as a stop-over. Overall, the city has great connectivity, making it easy for people to venture in and out of Belgaum.