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ALWAR, rajasthan, India |
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ALWAR - Destination Overview |
 Once
an ancient Rajput state, formerly known as Mewat, Alwar
was nearest to the imperial Delhi. The people of the
state did not accept any external interferences and
daringly resisted all foreign invasions. In the 12th
and 13th centuries, they formed a group and raided Delhi.
But finally, Sultan Balban (1267 AD - 1287 AD) suppressed
them, bringing the area under the Muslim rule. In 1771
AD, Maharaja Pratap Singh, a Kuchhwaha Rajput belonging
to the clan of Jaipur’s rulers, won back Alwar and founded
a principality of his own.
Driving through mustard fields spread out below the
steep escarpments of the Aravalli Hills, it takes about
2½ hours out of Delhi to get to Alwar straight
into the life and times of the Kachchawah Rajputs in
the 1700s. In 1771, Maharana Pratap Singh wrested this
kingdom from the clutches of the Jats, to whom it had
passed from the Marathas
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Tourist Attractions in Alwar |
The Fort |
Government Museum |
City Palace or Vinay Vilas
Mahal |
Purjan Vihar (Company Garden) |
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Around the Clity of Alwar |
Vijai Mandir Palace :
Situated 10-km away from the city this palace is a splendid
palace, built by Maharaja Jai Singh in 1918 AD. A picturesque
lake overlooking the palace makes it a fascinating sight.
A fabulous Sita Ram Temple in the palace attracts number
of devotees, especially during Ramnavami. One needs
prior permission form the Secretary to visit the palace.
 Siliserh
Lake & Palace Hotel : 13-km away from Alwar,
this place is an idyllic picnic spot with enchanting
landscape of wooded hills and beautiful 'chhatris' on
the embankment of the 10.5-sq-kms placid lake. A magnificent
royal palace and the hunting lodge, built by Maharaja
Vinay Singh in 1845 AD for his queen Sheela stands overlooking
the lake. Now converted as a hotel with lake facilities,
it is a delight for the trigger happy photographers
and film makers.
Sariska Palace : A marvellous
palace was built here by Maharaja Jai Singh in the honour
of the Duke of Edinburgh during his visit to the sanctuary.
Presently, it has been converted into a heritage hotel
called as Sariska Palace. RTDC Hotel Tiger Den also
offers excellent accommodation at Sariska. The best
time to drive in the sanctuary is from sunrise till
sunset.
Jaisamand Lake : 6-km from
the city, Jaisamand Lake makes a beautiful artificial
lake constructed by Maharaja Jai Singh in 1910 AD; a
popular spot for outings and picnics. During monsoons,
sprawling greenery all around makes it a visual treat.
This place is easily accessible by road from Alwar.
Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary :
The 765.80-sq-kms thickly wooded reserve cradled in
the picturesque valley of the Aravallis. Established
in 1955, it is an excellent tiger sanctuary under the
Project Tiger. The dry deciduous forests of the Reserve
are noted for their population of Tiger, Nilgai, Sambhar,
Cheetal, Four-horned Antelope and Wild Boar.
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