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A premier solar research facility located on an island in Udaipur's Fatehsagar Lake, best viewed during a boat ride.
Discover what makes this destination truly special
Located on a small island in the middle of Lake Fatehsagar, the Udaipur Solar Observatory is a unique scientific institution. It's considered one of the best sites in Asia for solar observation due to the surrounding water, which reduces air turbulence and improves image clarity. The observatory is managed by the Physical Research Laboratory in Ahmedabad and is an active center for research in solar physics.
Plan your trip around the ideal season for the best experience
November-January, weekends, and public holidays, as this is the peak tourist season in Udaipur with pleasant weather.
February-March, September-October, during weekdays.
April-June due to extreme heat and during the monsoon months of July-August.
Plan ahead with accurate pricing and visiting hours
Indian Visitors
Free
No entry fee
Opening Hours
10:00 AM — 5:00 PM
These are the official working hours for the research facility and are relevant only for visitors with prior permission. It is closed on weekends and public holidays for visitors. The boat ride on the lake, from where you can view the observatory, typically runs from around 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily.
There is no entry fee for the observatory itself as it is not open to the public for tourism. Access is only through prior permission. Visitors will need to pay for the boat ride on Lake Fatehsagar, which costs approximately ₹30 to ₹400 per person depending on the type of boat (motor vs. speed boat).
Find your way to this destination with ease
Address
Island in Fatehsagar Lake, Udaipur
Coordinates
24.6132, 73.6712
Nearest City
Udaipur
Multiple ways to get to this destination conveniently
Maharana Pratap Airport (UDR) in Dabok is the nearest airport, located about 25 km from Fatehsagar Lake. A taxi from the airport to the lake takes around 45-60 ...
Udaipur City Railway Station (UDZ) is about 6 km from Fatehsagar Lake. It is well-connected to major Indian cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Jaipur. Auto-rickshaw...
Udaipur is well-connected by National Highway 48 and other state highways. Regular government and private bus services run from cities like Jaipur (400 km), Ahm...
To reach Fatehsagar Lake, you can use auto-rickshaws, taxis, or app-based services like Ola and Uber. Local city buses also operate on routes near the lake. Ren...
Learn about the story and cultural importance of this destination
The Udaipur Solar Observatory was established in 1976 by Dr. Arvind Bhatnagar, following the model of the Big Bear Solar Observatory in California. The site was chosen specifically because the large water body of Lake Fatehsagar helps in stabilizing the air, which is crucial for high-resolution sola...
This observatory holds significant scientific importance as one of the few in the world situated on an island. This unique location provides exceptionally stable atmospheric conditions, allowing for clearer and more detailed solar observations than most land-based sites. It plays a crucial role in I...
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