Close to Kankroli is the dam built by Maharana Raj Singh in 1660 AD. Many embellishing arches and magnificent 'chhatris' adorn the embankment. Sixty-five kms from Udaipur, it is arguably the most beautiful lake in Rajasthan. There are beautiful 'torans', gardens and carved 'chhatris' around the lake. The sunset at the lake is absolutely splendid.


Prime Attractions of Rajsamand (Rajasamand)
Desuri
Three Jain temples, dedicated to Lord Shiva, Lord Hanuman and Navi Mata are among some noteworthy temples at Desuri. A temple dedicated to Parsurama Mahadeo, nestled in the hills, is also closeby. It is situated in the Kumbhalgarh tehsil of Rajsamand.

Kankroli
An important Vaishnava temple popularly called “Dwarkadhish” is located here. It is the most important temple of the Vallabhacharya sect, built to resemble the famous Nathdwara shrine.

Paul Chowk
Named after Mr. Bipin Chandra Paul who came to Rajahmundry in April 1907 during the Vandemataram movement.
Rajasmand Rest House
The rest house has a beautifully laid out garden interspersed with exquisite sculptures excavated from the ruins nearby.

Rajsamand Lake
On the way to Kumbhalgarh lies the magnificent dam - the Rajsamand Lake. The royal lake, was built in 1660 AD by Rana Raj Singh. From here, one can have a spectacular view of the sunset with beautiful 'torans' or arches and 'chhatris' adorning the embankment. The lake has a Rest House of the Irrigation Department on the embankment below. The Rest House has a beautifully laid out garden interspersed with exquisite sculptures excavated from the ruins nearby. The town of Kankroli nearby with a marvellous temple and a pretty palace on the hill top offers a scenic view.

Excursions from Rajsamand (Rajasamand)
Kumbhalgarh
Cradled in a cluster of 13 mountain peaks of the Aravalli ranges, the formidable medieval citadel - Kumbhalgarh stands a wary sentinel to the past. Rising from a prominent ridge, 1914 meters high from the sea level, the fort was built in by Maharana Kumbha

How To Get There - Rajasamand
By Air
The nearest airport is at Udaipur.

By Road
There are hourly RSTC buses plying from Udaipur

Places To Stay - Rajasamand
The rest house of the irrigation department offers ideal accommodation.