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Discover Udaipur: 6 Must-Visit Spots For DIY Photography Tours
Udaipur enjoys the distinction of being the most picturesque city in the country because of its magnificent palaces and sprawling lakes. The city of Udaipur is often considered the fantasy of countless amateur and professional photographers. Always bustling with tourists and locally rich in culture paired with splendid natural beauty, Udaipur is the perfect combination of vibrant markets, serene lakes, and grandiose palaces. Udaipur has numerous sites to click from and here is a Remotest DIY guide to the top sites and the times of the day for popping results.
1. Lake Pichola at Sunrise
At dawn, the golden rays of sun reflecting off the lake create the perfect backdrop for the City Palace and the hills nearby. Begin your photography session with capturing the splendid aesthetic beauty of Lake Pichola, taking a ferry ride can provide unique viewpoints. Capturing the grandeur of the Jag Mandir and Taj Lake Palace is also viewable from the shoreline.
Quick Tips:
When to Shoot: Soft light and calm waters can be best captured in the early hours of the day.
Use a wide-angle lens to capture the lake's vastness.
Play around with reflections to compose shots that stand out.
2. City Palace Complex in Mid-Morning
The crowning structure in Udaipur is the City Palace, which showcases the Musk and Rajputs styles of architecture. It is a radiant gem when illuminated by the sun. The Place boasts of courtyards, balconies, and even a museum which allows both close and far ranging photographic captures. Also, the scenic view of Palace with Lake Pichola is mesmerising.
Best Time to Shoot: Mid-morning (9:00 AM to 11:00 AM) to avoid harsh shadows.
Quick Tips:
Pay attention to architectural details like jharokhas and so on.
For steady indoor shots, always use a tripod.
3. Jagdish Temple During Golden Hour
This temple is located close to the City Palace and is famous for its detailed carvings. It has strong photographic features because of its setting during the late evening when the sun is setting creating a backdrop. The temple is further enhanced during the golden hour – a great time for capturing images blocks away from the busy City Palace.
Best Time to shoot: Late Afternoon (4:00 PM to 5:30 PM) during golden hour.
Quick Tips:
Capture the temple with tourists dressed in ethnic clothing to give a sense of scale.
Capture the finer details in the carvings.
4. Saheliyon Ki Bari in the Afternoon
This place is particularly famous for its visually attractive fountains, verdant pavilions, and pools of water-lilies. It is best suited for pictures in and around the majestic garden of maidens that is adored for its symmetry and layout, and ornate towers.
Best Time to Shoot: Afternoon from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM for optimal lighting.
Always remember:
Add people into your photos for storytelling and scale.
Use macro mode to capture intricate flower details.
5. Best Sunset Photograph Location: Fateh Sagar Lake
If you want to capture a stunning sunset photograph, head over to Fateh Sagar Lake. The lake is a spectacle in itself, with the Aravalli Hills giving it a gold gilded look underneath the setting sun while the warm silhouettes of boats, set against a colorful sky will seal the deal.
Best Time to Shoot: Sunset from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM.
Always remember:
Use a telephoto lens when shooting distant boats.
Change your white balance to warm up the overall picture.
6. Ambrai Ghat Best Photograph Time: Twilight
Ambrai Ghat has one of the best views of the City Palace shining bright in the night sky. It combined with the shimmering lights from Lake Pichola truly adds magic to your photography.
Best Time to Shoot: Twilight to Early Night from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Always remember:
Use long exposure to highlight reflections accompanied with light trails.
A tripod will help you capture steady night shots.
Final Thoughts
Photographers of all types are guaranteed to appreciate the beauty of the city, which is why Udaipur is as charming as it is. The city is filled with breathtaking scenery, fascinating monuments, and an impressive lifestyle that will surely provide plenty of opportunities to take amazing photographs. So grab your camera and make sure to visit Udaipur using this guide for an unforgettable experience capturing India.
