subject: Udaipur Voted the Best City in India for Hot Air Balloon Rides [print this page] Udaipur Voted the Best City in India for Hot Air Balloon Rides
In a recent poll, Udaipur also made top spot in a new growth industry hot air ballooning. Riding the wave of popularity in the last few years, it's easy to see the appeal of hot air balloon rides in this magnificent region. What better way to appreciate the detail and vastness of Udaipur's history? Whether it's photographing the wildlife roaming the grasslands or admiring the architecture and design of various fort and palaces, seeing India from a hot air balloon ride is a unique experience one that turns the country into a motion picture, and you get to be the star!
More than looks were assessed when Udaipur claimed the moniker of most beautiful city in the world, Value, service, and cultural richness were all factors that put the city over the top.
Experiencing Udaipur sightseeing by balloon is an unhurried and relaxing. The flames crackle as the ground drifts by lazily. Although planes and helicopters allow us to fly, the noise and machinery can detract from the experience. In a hot air balloon, there's nothing to hamper the enjoyment of the serene landscapeit's an ethereal experience. Take note of wondrous buildings such as the City Palace that sits on the east bank of Lake Pichola, or the Lake Palace, seemingly thrust out of the great lake itself; temples such as the Jagdish or Neemach Mata rise high into the sky, and can be properly admired in the style and comfort of a private gondola.
Even beyond the city, beauty abounds. Fateh Sagar Lake lies north of the city. For a time the lake had been drained due to heavy rains, but now it is reborn and more glorious than ever. Nehru Park, famous for its zoo, resides next to the lake. On one of the many islands rests Solar Observatory, enabling visitors to unravel the mysteries of heaven. And in the backdrop lie the magnificent Aravalli Mountain, a sight that can only be truly appreciated from the air!
