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BHARATPUR TOURISM

Known as the Bird Paradise and the eastern gateway to Rajasthan, Bharatpur is situated 50 km west of Agra. It was the capital of the erstwhile princely state of Bharatpur. Since it falls within the Golden Triangle comprising Delhi, Jaipur and Agra, Bharatpur can be easily accessed by tourists. It shares its borders with the Gurgaon district of Haryana in the north and the Mathura and Agra districts of Uttar Pradesh in the east. Bharatpur is named after Bharat, the second brother of Lord Ram.

Founded by Suraj Mal in 1733, Bharatpur was carved out of the region formerly known as Mewat and was the only kingdom ruled by a dynasty of non-Rajputs in Rajasthan. Raja Suraj Mal had used the enormous wealth that he acquired during his reign and built numerous forts and palaces across the kingdom. He constructed the impregnable Lohagarh fort in the early 18th century along with two towers within the ramparts, the Jawahar Burj and Fateh Burj.

Another famous attraction of Bharatpur is the Deeg Palace. A strong and massive fortress, it was the summer resort of the rulers of Bharatpur and was built by Badan Singh. It is now known for its famous water palaces, gardens and fountains. CHECK OUT Chasing the Sarus at Bharatpur

Purple Sunbird at Bharatpur Wildlife Sanctuary

Purple Sunbird at Bharatpur Wildlife Sanctuary

However, tourists don’t flock here just for the historical buildings and its regal past. Bharatpur is home to the Keoladeo Ghana National Park, one of the most important avian sanctuaries in India. A former hunting ground for the royal family and the visiting British, the park is known for the flocks of Siberian Cranes that migrate here during the winter months.

Early in the 18th century, farmers of Bharatpur rose in revolt against the terror of the Mughals. The Jats came under the leadership of Badan Singh along with his uncle Churaman and defeated the Mughals. After the victory, Badan Singh was recognized and conferred the title Raja in 1724. In 1733, Raja Badan Singh’s adopted son, Suraj Mal captured the fort of Bharatpur and laid the foundation of Bharatpur city. Maharaja Suraj Mal displayed immense bravery and made an army of fierce Jat peasants. Suraj Mal also erected many palaces and forts. He was later succeeded by his son Jawahar Singh. DO READ 

The British made peace with the Jats by signing an agreement with them in 1818. The state acceded unto the dominion of India in 1947. It was merged with three nearby princely states to form the ‘Matsya Union’, which in turn was merged with other adjoining territories to create the present-day state of Rajasthan.

BEST PLACES TO STAY IN BHARATPUR

Bharatpur offers a plethora of options for accommodation. From budget to medium range hotels, resorts to heritage hotels, Bharatpur offers it all. Many of the hotels are close to the national park. If you plan to stay inside the national park, then the government-run Bharatpur Forest Lodge is the only option.

For budget travelers, there are several options ranging from railway retiring rooms to paying guest accommodation. Paying guest accommodation offers both single and double beds; However, some have shared bathrooms.

BEST PLACES TO EAT IN BHARATPUR

There are several options to eat in Bharatpur. Some even offer typical Rajasthani food besides Mughlai and continental cuisines.

BEST TIME TO VISIT BHARATPUR

The average minimum and maximum temperature of Bharatpur is as given below. The best time to visit Bharatpur is also specified.

MONTH BEST TIME MIN. TEMP (°C)MAX. TEMP (°C)
JanuaryBest time723
FebruaryBest time1127
March1633
April2139
May2742
June2940
July2735
AugustBest time2633
SeptemberBest time2434
OctoberBest time1934
NovemberBest time1330
DecemberBest time925

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Bharatpur National Park

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Lohagarh Fort

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Bharatpur Palace

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    India.com News Desk July 21, 2022, 8:47 am IST

  • Rajasthan Receives Heavy Pre-monsoon Rain, Many Areas Report Flooding, Waterlogging | Watch Videos

    Jaipur Meteorological Center director Radheshyam Sharma said that pre-monsoon will remain active in the state for the next 48 hours.

    India.com News Desk June 20, 2022, 12:06 am IST

  • Government Jobs: Recruitment For Various Posts Of Anganwadi In Rajasthan, Last Date To Apply June 30 | Details Inside

    Recruitment is out in various districts of Rajasthan like Ajmer, Kota, Bharatpur, etc.

    India.com Education Desk June 18, 2022, 8:55 pm IST

  • Rajasthan: People From Various Communities Block Highway, Demand 12% Reservation in Jobs

    Hundreds of people from Saini, Kushwah, Shakya, Maurya, and Mali communities blocked the Jaipur-Agra Highway in Bharatpur district on Monday demanding 12 per cent reservation…

    PTI June 13, 2022, 7:48 pm IST

  • Weather Update: Rain, Thunderstorms Likely in Parts of Rajasthan: MeT Dept

    The meteorological department has also issued a warning of hailstorms in some districts in the next 24 hours.

    PTI May 22, 2022, 11:51 pm IST

  • Maximum Temp Likely to Rise At Most Places in Rajasthan in Next 48 Hours

    In Jhunjhunu, Bharatpur, Dholpur, Karauli, Barmer, Jodhpur, Sriganganagar, Bikaner Pali Churu, and Jaisalmer, there is a possibility of dust storms and heatwave at some places.

    PTI April 25, 2022, 11:11 pm IST

  • Rajasthan: Man Shot Dead Over Property Dispute in Bharatpur District

    A man was shot dead during a clash over a property-related dispute in Rajasthan's Bharatpur district.

    PTI April 17, 2022, 8:05 pm IST

  • Rajasthan Shocker: 19-year-old Girl Poisoned To Death For Refusing To Have Sex With Classmates

    Police said the viscera samples of the victim have been sent to forensic science laboratory for examination and an investigation has been initiated.

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    Braj Holi Mahotsav is held during the month of March, just a few days ahead before Holi. The entire town is painted, and no one…

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