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| Weather |
In Summer: 37 C (Max) - 24 C (Min)
In Winter: 31 C (Max) - 11 C (Min)
Rainy Season: from July to Mid Sept, and very humid (Upton 90%)
Rainfall: 62 cms.
Our suggestion: Best time to come: Sep to March |
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| History |
It is nested between a clusters of small hills of the Aravali range. Perched on the most prominent of these hills is a massive ancient fort that whispers tales of the rich history of the city. This city was formerly known as 'Mewar The people of the state did not accept any external interference’s and daringly resisted against foreign invasions. In the 12th and 13th centuries they formed a group and raided Delhi. But finally Sultan Bulban (1267 A.D. - 1287 A.D.) suppressed them, bringing the area under the Muslims rule.
In 1771 A.D. Maharaja Pratap Singh, a Kuchhwaha Rajput belonging to the clan of Jaipur’s rulers, won back Alwar and founded a principality of his own. Apart from its long history, the city has a rich natural heritage with some beautiful lakes and picturesque valleys thickly wooded in parts. |
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| Hot Attraction |
| Sariska Tiger Reserve: |
A famous tiger sanctuary established under the project tiger.
Held in the memory of the revered Sufi saint Khawaja Moinuddin Chishti, it is an occasion for thousands of believers to congregate at the shrine and offer their prayers. All of Ajmer seems to take on a festive air and several programs are organized to mark the festivals. |
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| PLACES TO SEE |
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| City Palace |
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The ravishing City palace, which dates back to the 18th century CE, reflects a unique amalgamation of the Rajput and Mughal style of architecture. Built by Maharaja Vinay Singh, the secret of its inner beauty lies in its uniqueness that it does not have any stairs, but rather gently inclining corridors leading to the upper floors. The city palace, now headquarters of the Collectorate, also comprises a Sheesh Mahal, again an excellent example of the superb interior decorations. Besides, inside the premises of the city palace, also known as Vinay Vilas Mahal, lies the City Palace Museum - a home to exquisite furniture, stuffed tigers, pointed weapons, Mughal and Rajput paintings and ancient manuscripts. |
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| Bala Fort (Quila) |
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The Bala fort, built by the Nikumbha Rajputs, is situated on a steep cliff at an altitude of 1000 feet, thereby providing a picturesque sight of the city. Once a host to the Mughal emperors Babar and Jahangir, the Rajputana Bala fort comprises 15 large towers, 51 small towers and 446 openings for musketry, along with its other pampered treasures like Jal Mahal, Durbar Hall and Salim Sagar(Named after a Mughal emperor, Jahangir). |
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| Vijay Mandir Palace |
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Built by Maharaja Jai Singh in 1918, the Vijay Mandir palace is an excellent example of magnificent Indian architectural style. Confronting a beautiful lake, the palace houses the sacred Ram and Sita temple, visited by a large number of devotees every year especially on the day of Ram Navami, the birth anniversary of the Hindu God Rama. |
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| Purjan Vihar |
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A lovely garden situated in the central part of Alwar, the Purjan Vihar allure the tourists with its enchanting setting 'Shimla' and other scenic beauties like 'Moosi Maharani Ki Chhatri', which is an umbrella-shaped structure with Bengali roof and arches |
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| Kankwari Fort |
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The Kankwari fort, whose history dates back to the 17th century, is situated at a distance of 36 kilometers from Alwar. It was at this place where the Mughal emperor had imprisoned his elder brother and political rival Dara Shikoh. A home to numerous wall paintings, the fort attracts a large number of tourists and archaeologists interested in Indian history and heritage. |
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| HOW TO REACH ALWAR |
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By Air
The nearest airport from Alwar is Jaipur. Jaipur is well connected to all the major cities which include Delhi, Mumbai, Calcutta, Jodhpur, Udaipur. Recently, flights to Dubai has also started from Ajmer by Indian Airlines.
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By Bus
Alwar is approachable by road from Jaipur (143 km) and Delhi (164 km).
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By Train
Connected through train from Delhi and all parts of Rajasthan. |
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| Getting around |
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Cycle - rickshaw and tongas are available. |
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