India Mint Stamp
Lokith Philately
Permanent Pictorial cancellation of Rajasthan
Permanent Pictorial cancellation of Rajasthan
Permanent Pictorial Cancellation inaugural day covers
Permanent Pictorial Cancellation inaugural day covers
Date of issue: 21.03.1978
Date of issue: 21.03.1978
Pin code: 313001
Pin code: 313001
Status: Active
Status: Active
PO Name: Panchawati Udaipur
PO Name: Panchawati Udaipur
Description: The city of Udaipur, also known as the City of Lakes is the highlight of Rajasthan. The city was founded in 1559 by the Rajput king Udai Singh Il of the Sisodia dynasty. He decided to shift the capital from Chittorgarh to Udaipur after the Mughals laid siege to Chittorgarh. His son Rana Pratap, who was born on 9 May 1540 and died on 19 January 1597, is regarded in history for his courage, sacrifice and determination. He was raised in a royal family and received extensive training in warfare from a young age. Rana Pratap refused to surrender to the Mughal emperor Akbar and is known for his heroic leadership in the face of adversity, especially the Battle of Haldighati and during it, the brave Chetak on whom he fought astride his beloved horse in the Aravalli Mountains of Rajasthan on 18 June 1576.
Description: The city of Udaipur, also known as the City of Lakes is the highlight of Rajasthan. The city was founded in 1559 by the Rajput king Udai Singh Il of the Sisodia dynasty. He decided to shift the capital from Chittorgarh to Udaipur after the Mughals laid siege to Chittorgarh. His son Rana Pratap, who was born on 9 May 1540 and died on 19 January 1597, is regarded in history for his courage, sacrifice and determination. He was raised in a royal family and received extensive training in warfare from a young age. Rana Pratap refused to surrender to the Mughal emperor Akbar and is known for his heroic leadership in the face of adversity, especially the Battle of Haldighati and during it, the brave Chetak on whom he fought astride his beloved horse in the Aravalli Mountains of Rajasthan on 18 June 1576.
Despite facing many challenges, he never wavered in his commitment to protect his people and his land. His inspiring bravery and perseverance have earned him the title of the true hero of Rajasthan. Udaipur remained the capital city until 1818, when it was converted into a British princely state. Subsequently, the Mewar province became part of the state of Rajasthan after India's independence in 1947. Udaipur is also famous for its impressive fortifications, surrounded by seven major gates within a radius of six km, due to which it is called the City of Gates or in Hindi 'Pole' pronounced.
Despite facing many challenges, he never wavered in his commitment to protect his people and his land. His inspiring bravery and perseverance have earned him the title of the true hero of Rajasthan. Udaipur remained the capital city until 1818, when it was converted into a British princely state. Subsequently, the Mewar province became part of the state of Rajasthan after India's independence in 1947. Udaipur is also famous for its impressive fortifications, surrounded by seven major gates within a radius of six km, due to which it is called the City of Gates or in Hindi 'Pole' pronounced.