An iconic artificial freshwater lake in Udaipur, celebrated for its royal palaces, serene boat rides, breathtaking sunsets, and timeless heritage views.
Lake Pichola is one of India's most picturesque and historic lakes, originally created in 1362 AD. Spread over approximately 6.9 sq. km, it is surrounded by the majestic City Palace, historic ghats, temples, and the world-famous Lake Palace (Jag Niwas) and Jag Mandir Palace, both situated on islands within the lake. The shimmering waters, Aravalli Hills backdrop, heritage architecture, and spectacular sunrise and sunset views make Lake Pichola one of Rajasthan's premier destinations for tourism, destination weddings, pre-wedding photography, fashion shoots, travel documentaries, and Bollywood film productions. Visitors can enjoy boat cruises, lakeside dining, cultural performances, and panoramic viewpoints throughout the year.
Nearest landmark
City Palace Udaipur
Nearest airport
Maharana Pratap Airport, Udaipur (UDR) — 24.0 km
Parking
City Palace Parking
Full address
Lake Pichola, Udaipur, Rajasthan 313001, India
Entry timings
Open 24 Hours
Open days
Monday - Sunday
Closed on
Open all days
Drone policy
Drone use is not permitted, or requires prior clearance — check with the owner before planning a shoot with a drone.
Permission requirements
Permission is required for shoots at this location. See the process below.
Permission process
Commercial drone filming requires: DGCA authorization Permission from the District Administration Approval from heritage authorities or private property owners where applicable Flying drones near heritage monuments, hotels, or crowded areas without authorization is prohibited.
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