Top Majestic Places to Visit in Bharatpur
Rajasthan- Rajasthan
is a beautiful amalgamation of the old and new; the ancient and the modern.
Rajasthan, or the Land of Kings, is true to its name with lavish forts and
majestic palaces that are apt reminders of a rich, romantic past that speaks of
heroism, honor and chivalry. Amidst a stark desert and surrounded by the
Aravallis, India’s oldest mountain range, the State stands out like a beacon,
attracting travelers with its rich art and culture. There are so many vibrant
and colourful festivals held across the state that give visitors to Rajasthan a
reason to celebrate almost throughout the year. A glittering jewel of India,
Rajasthan has something for everyone so whether you are planning an adventurous
holiday hoping for a rendezvous with tigers or a quiet sojourn gazing at the
beauty of the golden sand-dunes; or to experience the many nuances of royalty -
Rajasthan is the place for you. The fast-expanding cities like Jaipur, Jodhpur
and Udaipur are a confluence of culture and modernity and despite the fact that
the state has progressed steadily since Independence the people have still held
on to their roots as is evident by their simple, warm nature and hospitality.
No wonder, Rajasthan is one of the most sought-after tourist destinations and
just about has it all; it is brimming with varied, amazing and incredible
attractions.
Art & Culture of Rajasthan - Every region has its very own dialect of music and dance. The Ghoomar dance from Udaipur and Kalbeliya dance of Jaisalmer have international recognition. Folk music is a vital part of Rajasthan culture. Songs are used to tell the legendary battles of Rajputs. Folk songs are commonly ballads, which relate heroic deeds, love stories, and religious or devotional songs known as bhajans and banis and often accompanied by musical instruments like dholak, sitar, sarangi etc.
Rajasthan is known for its traditional and colorful art. The block prints, tie and die prints, Bagaru prints, Sanganer prints, Zari embroidery are major export products from Rajasthan. Handicraft items like wooden furniture and handicrafts, carpets, blue potteries are some of the things you will find here. Rajasthan is also famous for textile, semi-precious stones and Handicraft.
Fair &Festival of Rajasthan - Rajasthan has an unending cycle of fairs and festivals throughout the year. They are perhaps the most colourful and spectacular in the whole of India. Rajasthani festivals give an insight to the colourful life style of the Rajasthani people and are mesmerizing with their folk dances, music, drama and animal races. Some of the main Fairs and festivals are Teej, Gangaur and the Pushkar Fair, Desert festival, Elephant Festival and the Camel festival which are now known worldwide.
Places to See of Rajasthan - Rajasthan India tourism highlights the kaleidoscope images of the princily state which conjures up - from the imposing forts and delicate palaces in Jaipur and Jodhpur, the lake cities of Udaipurand Pushkar, the painted towns of Shekhawati, the sand dunes of Jaisalmer to the national parks of Ranthambore, Bharatpur and Sariska - dazzle tourists from the world over.
Lohagarh Fort / Iron Fort - Lohagarh Fort (or Iron Fort) is situated at
Bharatpur in Rajasthan, India. It was constructed by Bharatpur Hindu rulers.
Maharaja Suraj Mal used all his power and wealth to a good cause, and built
numerous forts and palaces across his kingdom, one of them being the Lohagarh
Fort (Iron fort), which was one of the strongest ever built in Indian history.
The inaccessible Lohagarh fort could withstand repeated attacks of British
forces led by Lord Lake in 1805 when they laid siege for over six weeks. Of the
two gates in the fort, one in the north is known as Ashtdhaatu (eight metalled)
gate while the one facing the south is called Chowburja (four-pillared) gate.
Monuments
in the fort include are Kishori Mahal, Mahal Khas, and Kothi Khas. Moti Mahal
(Bharatpur)|Moti Mahal and towers like Jawahar Burj and Fateh Burj were erected
to commemorate the victory over the Mughals and the British army. The Gateway
has paintings of huge elephants.
Bharatpur Palace & Museum – Located within the premises of the
Bharatpur Palace is Kamra Khas, a museum that contains a vast number of antiques,
over 581 stone sculptures, 861 local art and craft wares and ancient scriptures
that depict the art and culture typical of Bharatpur. The palace itself was
built in stages by various Maharajas and is a fine fusion of Mughal and Rajput
architecture. The various apartments in the palace have a variety of richly
patterned floor tiles decorated with exquisite designs.
GangaMandir – The
Ganga Mandir, which resides in the heart of the city of Bharatpur is one of the
most beautiful temples in Rajasthan. In it lies the magnificent deity of Ganga
Maharaj made of pristine white marble. Maharaja Balwant Singh started
constructing this temple in the mid-19th century. However, he had a very unique
request that required all the affluent inhabitants of the city to donate one
month’s pay to help towards the temple’s creation.
Laxman Mandir –
This temple is dedicated to Laxman, brother of Lord Rama,
and is famous for its typical Rajasthani style of architecture and beautiful
pink stonework. Visitors will enjoy the intricate carvings of flowers and birds
on doorways, ceilings, pillars, walls and arches.
Keoladeo Ghana National Park – Every year, thousands of migratory waterfowl birds such as
green sandpiper and cranes visit the park during winter. It was created in mid
18th century as a small reservoir located 5 kilometres to the southeast of Bharatpur.
The construction of the Ajan Bund (dam) and the subsequent flooding of this
natural depression led to one of the world’s most fascinating and spectacular
bird reserves. The Keoladeo Ghana National Park is considered to be one of the
richest bird areas in the world today.
Deeg (Bharatpur) -
Deeg is a beautiful garden town situated north of
Bharatpur. It has many embellished palaces that add to the beauty of the place.
Known for its forts, palaces, gardens and fountains, the highlight of Deeg is
an impressive fort surrounded by moats and gateways. It was built by Raja Suraj
Mal and stands over a slightly elevated point. Although the interiors are
almost in ruins, the watch tower containing a gun still maintains watch over
the city.
Band Baretha –
Band Baretha is an old wildlife reserve of the rulers of
Bharatpur, currently under the administration of the Forest Department. The
construction of the dam on Kakund River was started by Maharaj Jaswant Singh in
1866 AD and completed by Maharaj Ram Singh in 1897 AD. The palace inside the
reserve was built by Maharaj Kishan Singh and is the private property of the
Bharatpur royal family. Band Baretha is a bird watcher’s paradise because of
over 200 species of birds, including the elusive Black Bittern.
Kaman - The
locals also know Kaman as Kamaban. This old town is located at the north of
Bharatpur and is a part of the Brij area where Lord Krishna spent his early
years. It is a place of pilgrimage and is annually visited by a large number of
Vaishnavs in the month of Bhadhva as a part of the Banyatara. The ruins of a
temple / mosque consisting of 84 pillars named Chaurasi Khamba are the main
attraction.
Dholpur Palace –The Dholpur Palace,
renowned across the country for its locally quarried sandstone, originally
belonged to the Rajputana kingdom. This famous red stone was widely used in
construction of spectacular forts and palaces as a mark of protection around
the widely spread dominion. The palace’s classic exteriors and rich heritage is
alluring to the onlookers and invites them for a journey of its vibrant
history.
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