Top Palace to Visit In Alwar

Alwar

Alwar is a city in the northern Indian state of Rajasthan. Alwar City Palace, from 1793, blends architectural styles and has marble pavilions on lotus-shaped bases in its courtyard, plus a museum with rare manuscripts. It’s next to the marble and sandstone Moosi Maharani Chhatri shrine. A steep path leads to the Bala Qila fort, with marble pillars and latticed balconies. Sariska Tiger Reserve lies southwest of Alwar. we offer Alwar tour packages, car rental service in Alwar. 

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Top Palace to Visit In Alwar

Alwar Fort :-  Alwar Fort is a large fort and also known as Bala Quila which means 'Young Fort'. Located at the top of 300 mar steep cliffs, Alwar fort is facing the Alwar city. This fort is built by Hasan Khan Mewati in 1550 A.D.Alwar fort is 5 km long and 1.5 km wide and has six historical entrances - Chand Pol, Suraj Pal (named after Raja Suraj Mal of Bharatpur), Jai Pol, Kishan Pol, Andheri Gae and Laxman Pol. Legends says that Pratap Singh, founder of Alwar state entered in the fort through Laxman Pol. Laxman Pol is the only mattled road which connects city and fort.

Hasan Khan Mewati built the Bala Quila in 1551 AD. After that, Alwarfort was ruled by Mughals, Marathas, and Jats. Lastly in 1775 A.D Kachhwaha Rajput Pratap Singh captured it and laid the foundation of Alwar city near it. Babur, the Mughal emperor had spent a night in the fort whereas Jahangir stayed for three years during exile period and at that time he named it as Salim Mahal.

City Palace Alwar :- The City Palace of Alwar is known as the Vinay Vilas Mahal. It is standing huge in the heart of Alwar City of Rajasthan. The City Palace, of Alwar, was built up by Raja Bakhtayar Singh in the year 1793. The building is a perfect example of Indo-Islamic architecture. The prehistoric city of Alwar is settled at the slopes of the Aravalli Hills has converted into a crowded trade center in recent times. But its rich history has left many examples through many temples, forts, tombs, gardens and palaces.

Alwar is one of the oldest cities of Rajasthan and ii has always been a favorite place for the archaeologists. The Alwar city is settled in the year past 1500BC. It is also called Matsya Desh as Pandavas had spent thirteen years at this place. Alwar is the best place where you can take a relaxed walk through the many forts and tombs that depict the picture of olden times. Built by Raja Bakhtayar Singh in the year 1793, Vinay Vilas Mahal depicts the architectural beauty of the bygone era.

Government Museum City Palace Alwar :- The museum inside the city palace Alwar is known by the name of Government Museum Alwar which was established in 1940. The collections on the display are the artifacts of the royal family of the palace which includes about 9702 coins, 2270 arms & weapons, 234 sculptures, 35 metal objects, 2565 paintings & manuscripts and much more.

 Moosi Rani Ki Chhatri : - Moosi Rani Ki Chhatri in Alwar region of Rajasthan (India) is a beautiful cenotaph dedicated to King Bakhtawar Sing and his Queen Moosi. I spent a quiet and reflective afternoon at Rani Moosi Chhatri during my weekend trip to Alwar and it was one of the better moments of the Alwar holiday. ‘Chhatris’ are dome shaped elevated pavilions, which were usually constructed by Rajput clans which ruled all over Rajasthan as symbols of pride or as memorials. At the entrance of the Moosi Rani ki Chhatri, a tablet explained that this Chhatri is a cenotaph for Raja Bakhtawar Singh and Moosi Rani. What I really liked was the fact that  the cenotaph was named after the Queen, rather than the King. Moosi Rani ki Chhatri is adjacent to Alwar City Palace Complex and one has to cross the the rather depressing complex (as it’s now been used as a district court). However, once one goes past it, the calm environs of the Cenotaph complex greet the visitor. At the time we were there, there were not much visitors, just some locals and only 2 groups of tourists (including our family). The Alwar Fort, called Bala Quila is visible from the Moosi Rani Chhatri complex and also the Aravalli hills, which surround it on two sides.

Jagannath Temple :- The Jagannath Temple of Alwar is most famous for the Rath Yatra that takes place here. This temple, which is dedicated to Lord Jagannath, has awe inspiring medieval architecture and rare floral motifs adorn its gigantic pillars. One of the main features of this temple is the Carriage called Indra Vimana that carries the idols of Lord Jagannath, Sitaramji and Jankiji during the Rath Yatra festival. This previously elephant drawn carriage was used by the erstwhile ruler of Alwar and was later donated to the temple. The Rath Yatra of Alwar is an exciting experience for the Religious Traveler.

Bhangarh Fort :- Bhangarh Fort is situated within the Alwar District and is in close proximity to the city of Alwar. This quaint old fort and its earthy Rajput charm come hand in hand with a strange law, which is peculiar to this area. This law stipulates that entry into the Fort of Bhangarh between sunset and sunrise is strictly prohibited. The fort of Bhangarh was home to Madho Singh the brother of Raja Man Singh who was the right hand of Emperor Akbar. This Fort of Bhangarh has interesting architectural detailing and overlooks the ruins of the palace. A quiet afternoon in the Fort of Bhangarh overlooking the lush green lower hills of the Aravalli’s is a travelling must.

Sariska Tiger Reserve:-  The Sariska Tiger Reserve is a breathtaking National Park, which forms a part of the Aravalli Range and is ecologically rich. This National Park is a seat for ‘Project Tiger’ and boasts of the success story of its fast growing tiger population. Besides Bengal tigers, this park is home to peacocks, leopards, white-throated kingfisher, boars, antelopes and a wide range of other wildlife. Travelling to Sariska is a short 36 km journey from Alwar. The park offers jeep rides and Safaris where one can witness the bountiful wildlife right from dancing peacocks (in the monsoon) to the grandeur of the Bengal Tigers. The thrill of tracking pugmarks to spot a tiger is an experience one cannot miss.