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Ganga Mandir Bharatpur

         

It is said that the year 1845 saw Maharaja Balwant Singh begin this temple’s construction. The construction process of the temple was quite unique in that all the employees of the state and many other affluent locals were asked to contribute towards the building of the shrine. It is said that around 9 decades were taken to build the temple. Once the temple was complete, Brijenra Singh, Balwant Singh’s fifth descendant placed an idol of the goddess Ganga in the temple. It is from thereon that the temple came to be known as the Ganga Mandir or temple.

Jawahar Burj and Fateh Burj Bharatpur

Jawahar Burj and Fateh Burj stand erect within the glorious ramparts of the Lohagarh Fort. This site was considered as a coronation site for all the Jat rulers. They were built by Maharaja Suraj Mal to commemorate his victories over the Mughals and British. These two places are considered as victory towers and, are decorated with deteriorating frescoes. It is different from the other forts in the state in that there is no flamboyance associated with the fort. However, it generates an aura of strength and magnificence.

Laxman Mandir Bharatpur

Laxman Mandir is a prominent shrine in the city of Bharatpur in Rajasthan and is believed to be around 400 years old. The temple is situated in the middle of the city and is a tribute to Laxman, the brother of the Hindu God Ram. As per popular legend, the temple was established by a sage who worked for humanitarian causes, known as Naaga baba.

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It is situated in the centre of the market area. The architecture is that of Rajasthani region and the temple plays host to many thousands of devotees each year.

Deeg Bharatpur

 

As per Hindu mythology, Lord Krishna started his parikrama from Goverdan and blessed Deeg with his auspicious presence in his path. Erstwhile ‘Dirgha’ or, ‘Dirghapur’ as in the Skanda Purana, Deeg was the first capital of Bharatpur during the reign of the Jat leader Badan Singh in 1722. Maharaja Suraj Mal shifted the capital to Bharatpur wherein Deeg became the second capital. Post third battle of Panipat, Deeg went into Mughal reign and thereafter it went in hand of the British. Even today, Deeg is an escape from the noise and hustle of city life into the peaceful abode of nature.

Government Museum Bharatpur

Bharatpur government museum is a major attraction for all the dwellers of Bharatpur and travellers alike. Located in the heart of Lohargarh fort, it was transformed into a museum in 1944 AD. There is also an art gallery in the museum which comprises the specimens of miniature paintings on leaves of peepal tree, mica and old litho papers. This museum primarily consists of stone sculptures, inscriptions, terracotta items, metallic objects, coins, weapons, miniature paintings and local art. All these items speak volumes about the rich heritage, art and crafts of the region.

Keoladeo Ghana National Park Bharatpur

 

Spot more than 364 breeds of birds, 379 floral species, 50 species of fish, 13 species of snakes, 5 species of lizards, 7 amphibian species, 7 turtle species and a variety of other invertebrates at Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary. This place is a rich habitat of an astounding variety of birds. Spread over an area of 29 sq km, the national park is full of fresh shallow lakes, water marshes and bogs.

It was created by Prince Bhamji of Morvi (Gujarat) in the 20th century. Later it was used as a duck hunting sight for Maharaja Suraj Mal of Bharatpur till 1964, after which the hunting was banned.

In 1985, this city was acknowledged as a UNESCO world heritage site; it was accredited as a National park in 1982. This bird's paradise is often referred to as 'Ornithologist's Paradise' as it attracts some of the popular and immigrant birds like hawks, ducks, eagles, cranes, pelicans, wagtails, shanks, geese, warblers, buntings, flycatchers, stints, Wheatears, larks and pipits. Bharatpur tourism has preserved this wildlife century through great effort and dedication. The visitors who visit this park can see an interesting breed of birds from Siberia, Afghanistan and Central Asia.

Other than the birds, there is a wide variety of mammals, like feral cattle, blue bull and spotted deer. Various reptiles can also be found here like water snakes, Indian python, banded Krait, green rat snake, turtles and monitor lizard.

The best time to visit bird sanctuary is November to March.

Lohagarh Fort Bharatpur

  

Built by the Jat rulers in the 18th century, Lohagarh Fort is one of the finest architecture in Rajasthan. It was in fact named as the Lohagarh Fort, or Iron Fort, as British rulers were never able to conquer it. This fort is one of the strongest castle ever made in history. Entry into the fort can be done through two gates: Ashtdhaatu (eight-metalled) to the north and Chowburja (four-pillared) to the south.

Some interesting monuments inside the fort include the Kishori Mahal, Mahal Khas, Kothi Khas, Moti Mahal, and towers like Jawahar Burj, Fateh Burj, Mahal Khas, Kamra Mahal and Purana Mahal. Lohagarh Fort houses a government museum as well, which exhibits various armours and weapons. The fort stands proudly, as a living testimony to the chivalry and courage of the Jat rulers of Bharatpur. The fort is surrounded by a moat, which used to be filled with water to ward off enemy attacks.

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