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Alwar
It is nested between a cluster of small hills of
the Aravalli range. Perched on the most prominent of these hills
is a massive ancient fort that whispers tales of the rich history
of the city.This city was formerly known as 'Mewar The people of
the state did not accept any external interference’s and daringly
resisted against foreign invasions.In the 12th and 13th centuries
they formed a group and raided Delhi. But finally Sultan Bulban
(1267 A.D - 1287 A.D) suppressed them, bringing the area under the
Muslims rule.
In 1771 A.D. Maharaja Pratap Singh, a Kuchhwaha
Rajput belonging to the clan of Jaipur’s rulers, won back Alwar
and founded a principality of his own. Apart from its long history,
the city has a rich natural heritage with some beautiful lakes and
picturesque valleys thickly wooded in parts.
Excursion
The Tiger Gate of Rajasthan
150 km from Jaipur and 170 km from Delhi. Alwar is nestled between
a cluster of small hills of the Aravalli range. Perched on the most
prominent of these hills is a massive ancient fort that whispers
tales of the rich history of the city. The city has a rich natural
heritage with some beautiful lakes and picturesque valleys thickly
wooded in parts.
Some of the finest variety of birds and animals
are spotted here. Alwar has on of the finest wildlife sanctuaries
in Rajasthan – Sariska, which is an excellent tiger country.
The Fort 
This huge fort with its rampart stretching 5 km from north to south
and 1.6 km from east to west, stands 304 meters above the city and
595 meters above the sea level, constructed before the rise of the
Mughal Empire.
It is a forbidding structure with 15 large and 51 small towers and
446 openings for musketry, alongwith 8 huge towers encompassing
it.
The fort has several gates – Jai Pol, Suraj Pol,
Laxman Pol, Chand Pol, Kishan Pol and Andheri Gate. Also there are
remains of the Jal Mahal , Salim Sagar, Suraj Kund and many temples.
City Palace or Vinay Vilas Mahal
An 18th century palace harmoniously blending the Rajput and Mughal
styles of architecture. While the ground floors have been covered
into government offices and district courts, the upper apartment
is presently a museum.
Below the Fort is the large, imposing City Palace
Complex complex, its massive gates and its tank lined by a beautifully
symmetrical chain of ghats with four pavillions on each side and
two at each end. Today, most of the complex is occupied y government
offices, but there is a museum housed in the former City Palace.
To gain the access to the tank and the cenotaph
of Maharaja bakhtawar singh, take the steps on the far left when
facing the palace.
Siliserh Lake & Palace Hotel (13 KM)
10.5 sq. km placid lake. A magnificent royal palace and the hunting
lodge, built by Maharaja Vinay S ingh in 1845 AD for his queen
Shila stands overlooking the lake. Now converted as the Hotel Lake
Palace, it offers boating and sailing facilities and is a delight
for the trigger-happy photographers and film makers.
Located 13 kms from the city of Alwar, the enchanting
Siliserh Lake was built in 1845 AD by Maharaja Vinay Singh for his
Queen Shila . The lake was built by constructing an earthern dam
between two hills to store the water of a small tributary of river
Ruparel.
The lake is picturesquely set amidst the forested
slopes of Aravalli Hills. The lake attracts a lot of migratory birds
adding co lour and music to the scene.
But for the hustle of the whispering woods and chirping birds, the
place promises total calm and is ideal for a trek.
Sagar
Behind the City Palace is an artificial lake built in 1815 A.D.
by Maharaja Vinay Singh with few temples along its banks. A marvellous
chhatri with unusual Bengali roof and arches, also known as the
Moosi Maharani ki chhatri, is situated in this are Purjan.
Shopping
Sweets like- Kalakand and mawa.
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Getting There
By Air
Nearest airport is Jaipur (143 km).
By Bus
Alwar is approchable by road from Jaipur (143 km) and Delhi(164
km).
By Train
Connected through train from Delhi and all parts of Rajasthan.
Getting around
Cycle - rickshaw and tongas are available.
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Weather
The district has a dry climate with hot summer,
a cold winter and a short monsoon season.
During May the maximum temperature is around 41
degrees celsius and minimum is around 28 degrees celsius
During January the maximum temperature is around
23 degrees celsius and minimum arouond 8 degrees celsius
Rainfall - The normal annual rainfall in the district
is 57.77 cms.
The average humidity: 70 per cent
Best time to come: Sep to March
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on Alwar city of Rajasthan - India
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