Lake Pichola is an artificial lake in the heart of Udaipur, Rajasthan. The oldest and one of the largest lakes in the city, Lake Pichola is visited by oodles of tourists for its tranquillity and beauty.  Flanked by high hills, historical buildings and bathing ghats, it is a dream come true for peace and nature lovers. A visit to Lake Pichola is incomplete without a boat ride, especially at dawn. In the evening, it seems as if the whole place is dipped in gold as you see the historic buildings and pristine waters turn golden with the reflection of the sun. The captivating view will take you to another world of silence and also bring out your romantic side. Lake Pichola was built by Pichhu Banjara during the reign of Maharana Lakha in 1362 AD.  It is 3 miles long, 2 miles wide and has a depth of 30 feet. Maharana Udai Singh, who was charmed by the charm of the lake, enlarged it and also built a dam on the banks of the lake. The lush green hills in the background and the many r...