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General
Information
Location:
32-km From Deeg, Rajasthan
Tourist Attractions: Lohagarh Fort, The Palace, Keoladeo
National Park
Area 22-sq-kms
Altitude: 250m
Best Season : October - February
Languages:Rajasthani, Hindi, English
Best Time To Visit: October-February
Bharatpur
is popular for its bird sanctuary near the Keoladeo Ghana National
Park, which is the finest in Asia with a rich avian variety. Every
year, the rare Siberian cranes come to spend the winter in the
warmer climate of Bharatpur.
Of the remnants of the royal past remain the marvellous Bharatpur
Palace housing a rich repository of a large number of ancient
exhibits that date back to the early 15th century.
PRIME
ATTRACTIONS
FORTS
 Lohagarh
Fort: The massive iron structure built in the early 18th
century. With its impregnable defences, it sustained itself even
after a number of British attacks. The fort was conceived and
designed by Maharaja Suraj Mal, the founder of Bharatpur. The fort
has three palaces within its precincts - Kishori Mahal, Mahal Khas
and Kothi Khas.
Jawahar Burj and Fateh Burj: A few of the eight imposing
towers still stand erect within the glorious ramparts of the fort.
Especially two of them - Jawahar Burj and Fateh Burj are of special
interest. These were built by Maharaja Suraj Mal to commemorate his
victories over the Mughals and British respectively.
PALACES
The Palace: This royal edifice is a fusion of the Mughal and
Rajput architectural styles with magnificent apartments and
intricately designed floor tiles having interesting patterns. One
can marvel at the ancient exhibits displayed in the museum in the
central pan of the palace.
MUSEUMS
Government Museum: A rich collection of artefacts,
exquisitely carved sculptures and ancient inscriptions can be
admired in the Government Museum located in the palace. All these
items speak volumes about the rich heritage and art and crafts of
the region.
WILDLIFE
 Keoladeo
National Park: Once the royal hunting reserve of the princes of
Bharatpur, it is one of the finest bird sanctuaries in the world,
inundated with over 400 species of water birds. Exotic migratory
birds from Afghanistan, Central Asia, Tibet as well as Siberian
cranes from the Arctic, greyleg geese from Siberia and barheaded
geese from China, come here in July/August to spend the winters in
the warmer climate and they breed till October/November.
Colonies of cormorants, spoon bills, storks, egrets, herons,
pelicans, ebis and grey herons can be spotted all over the park. The
raised paths camouflaged by Babul trees make their viewing easier.
RAJASTHAN
TRAIN TRAVEL
PALACE
ON WHEELS
Ever wondered what luxury in the royal times was all about! Welcome
to Palace On Wheels, a luxury train that carries with it an ambience
of the Rajputana era and an exciting fairytale journey, which takes
the visitor to the imperial cities of Rajasthan every single day.
The coaches also carry out an image of the Rajput states with
beautiful interiors. Last but not the least the "Royal
Treat" for the passengers on board include saloons, bar lounges
& libraries in every coach as well as restaurant and organized
shopping facilites.
EXCURSIONS
CITIES
Deeg (32-km): Once the summer resort of the rulers of
Bharatpur, it served as the second capital of the region. This
interesting town is strewn with massive, fortifications, stunningly
beautiful gardens, magnificent palaces and a colourful bazaar.
HOW
TO GET THERE
Air:
Agra 56-km is the nearest airport.
Rail: Regular rail services connect Bharatpur with several
cities on Delhi -Mumbai trunk route, Jaipur and Agra. Some important
train connections are : Golden Temple Mail (Mumbai-Bharatpur-Jammu
Tawi); Intercity Express (Hazrat Nizamuddin-Bharatpur); Paschim
Express (New Delhi-Bharatpur-Mumbai)
Road: A network of bus services links Bharatpur with several
cities within and outside the State.
Local Transport: Tongas and Cycle-rickshaws are the best way
to commute within the city.
PLACES
TO STAY
There
are plenty of accommodation options available from deluxe heritage
hotels to budget accommodation. There are forest rest houses and PWD
Dak bungalows also available.
TOURIST
INFORMATION CENTERS
Banks/Money
Changers: State Bank of Bikaner and Jaipur, B. Narayan Gate,
Bharatpur
Post and Telegraph Office: G.P.O., Gandhi Park.
Clubs: Bharatpur Club, Company Bagh.
Tourist Reception Centre: (RTDC), Hotel Saras, Agra Road, .
Guide Services: Approved guides for the National Park can be
hired from the Tourist Reception Centre, RTDC Hotel Saras, and Dy.
Chief Wild life Warden, Forest Rest House
Mini Bus Tour: Mini Bus is operated by Forest department.
Please contact the Dy. Chief Wildlife Warden, Forest Rest House
NEAR
BY CITIES
Deeg:
32-km
Jaipur: 150-km (approx)
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