Nehru Garden (Entry Fee, Timings, History, Best Time to Visit)

Entry Fees [Indian] :- INR 30 for adults, INR 15 for
children
Entry Fees [Foreigners] :- INR 125 for adults, INR 60 for children
Timing :- 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Address :- Fateh Sagar Lake, Udaipur, Rajasthan, 313001, India

Overview


In Udaipur, it is not hard to locate places offering astonishing beauty, having some historical significance. In this article, we will talk about Nehru Garden which is considered to be a marvelous wonder of nature. The Nehru Garden is one of the most visited gardens in Rajasthan. The Garden is located on the island, offering exquisite beauty and splendor.


History


Nehru Garden was inaugurated on 14th November 1967 on the birth anniversary of Pt Jawaharlal Nehru.


Architecture


Spread around 4.5 acres, the Nehru Garden has an ovular structure site, amidst the stunning Lake Fateh Sagar. You can find many fountains built in the shape of pyramids, resembling the fountain channel located in the Brindavan Garden of Mysore city. These are further equipped with gorgeous colorful lights to complete the beautiful view. There is a food court in the north-western side of the Garden, constructed by mirroring the shape of a boat. This lush green Garden is surrounded by palm trees, which creates a marvelous green velvet cover.


How to reach


Airport:- The Maharana Pratap Airport is located at a distance of 21 km from Lake Fateh Sagar. The Udaipur airport is connected with five important cities - Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur, Jodhpur, and Aurangabad. You can take a taxi or a cab to reach the Lake in about 40 minutes.

Railway Station:- The Udaipur Railway station is situated 3 kilometers away from the Lake. You can reach the Udaipur station via direct trains from Delhi, Chittaur, Ajmer, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, and Jodhpur.

Public Transport:- If you wish to drive to Udaipur, you can take the National Highway 8 (NH 8), which is linked with Delhi and Mumbai. You can find many Volvo or deluxe buses running in and out of the Udaipur city. These bus rides are provided by four neighboring state governments- Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan.