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Bazaza Bazar

Located at the centre of the city, Bazaza Bazar is a wholesale market that sells traditional Rajasthani textile and jewellery items. Jewellery crafted from semi-precious stones and zardozi and silk threads saris sell like hot cakes among tourists.

Bala Quila Fort or the Alwar Fort is situated in the Aravalli Ranges, above the town of Alwar. Built in 15th century by Hasan Khan Mewati, it has been under the rule of the Marathas, Yadavas, and the Kachwaha Rajputs. 'Bala Quila' means Young Fort. Laxman Pole is the only metalled road which connects the Fort to the Alwar city. The silver pages of history speak that Pratap Singh, the founder of Alwar state, entered the Fort through this metalled way only. In 1775 A.D. Kachhwaha Rajput Pratap Singh captured the fort and laid the stones of Alwar city. With a distance of 595 m, the massive fort is visible from the city itself. It gives a majestic view of the town as it is perched on a 300m high cliff. It spreads over an area of 5 km from North to South and 1.6 km from East to West. The forts have six gates which are Jai Pol, Suraj Pol, Laxman Pol, Chand Pol, Krishen Pol and Andheri Gate. The walls are finely crafted with ancient scriptures and sculptures. Read More

Famous for the historical ruins and the ghost stories, Bhangarh has been regarded as the most haunted place in the country. It is located on the way between Jaipur and Delhi. The Bhangarh Fort is a 17th Century fort in the Alwar district of Rajasthan. It was built by Bhagwant Das for his son Madho Singh I. It was named by Madho Singh after his grandfather Man Singh or Bhan Singh. As soon as you enter through the main gate of the ruined fort city, also known as Bhoot Bangla, it gives a chill down your spine. Within the fort, there are temples, palaces, and Havelis. Apart from that, there are also four more gates for the entry to the fort: the Lahori Gate, the Ajmeri Gate, the Phulbari Gate and the Delhi Gate. There are many Hindu temples at the entrance of the gates. The royal palace is located at the extreme end of the limits of the fort. Read More

Located near Sariska National Park, 30 kms away from the main city, Bhartrihari Temple is a venerated Hindu temple in Alwar. Believed to have been named after Bhartrihari Baba- the then ruler of Ujjain, the shrine is built in the traditional Rajasthani style with spacious corridors, exquisite arches, and floral columns of mandaps. Legend suggests that Bhatrihari Baba was blessed with magical prowess and hence any wish wished at the temple come true. Set amidst the scenic Aravalli hills, the temple offers a calming and poised break to your otherwise regular trip. The shrine is throng by hundreds of devotees every year to seek the blessings of the Baba. Read More

Churi market is the girly shopping market where again you get traditional Rajasthani clothes and accessories for women.

City Palace, Alwar

City Palace Alwar, also known as Vinay Vilas Mahal, is an architectural marvel with a lovely mix of Mughal and Rajasthani styles. Embellished with fabulous murals and mirror work on the walls and ceiling, the palace has 15 imposing towers and 51 smaller towers overlooking the mountain slopes. The palace has a museum showcasing royal memorabilia. The artificial lake behind the city palace is exquisite. The halls in the City Palace have now been converted into offices of District Collectorate and Police Headquarters Read More

Also known Company Garden or Purjan Vihar, Company Bagh is a beautiful and aesthetic garden located in the heart of the city, adjacent to City Palace. Built in 1868 by Maharaja Shiv Dan Singh, the area has splendid lawns, well-trimmed gardens and overall picturesque beauty. Originally called as ‘Company Garden’, the park was renamed by Maharaja Jai Singh and then came to be known as Purjan Vihar. Besides the verdant greenery and bounteous foliage, Purjan Vihar has a brilliant architecture with Chhattris and Bengali roofs. In addition, the yard also houses a tiny chamber known as ‘Shimla’ or ‘summer house’ with a huge dome. The structure is named so because the temperature here is always cooler and more pleasant than the adjoining areas and the main city. Once a royal heritage property, the park is open to the common public and serves as one of the most popular tourism spots of the city, owing to its wondrous beauty and old world charm. Read More

The tomb of Fateh Jang or Faeh Jang ka Gumbad is a memorial dedicated to Fateh Jang, a minister in the court of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. The celebrated king is known to patronise exotic arts and astounding architecture. One such example of his virtuosity and architectural finesse is this monument. A classic amalgamation of Indo- Islamic designs and Rajputana style; the tomb reflects brilliance and expertise. The five-storeyed building boasts of colossal minarets built in sublime sandstones and draws a large number of tourists. The actual cenotaph is situated in the centre of the monument and is surrounded by lush green gardens. Read More

Set amidst the jungle in the lap of the Aravalli Canal, Garbhaji Falls boasts of untouched natural beauty and pristine serenity. The mesmerising cascade of sparkling water falling through a rough terrain beneath several rocky boulders in a glade, is a sight beyond description and speaks for itself. Garbhaji Falls makes for a perfect romantic getaway and an ideal spot for family picnics for people to unwind and rejuvenate. Frequented by photographic buffs and nature lovers, this ravishing waterfall draws tourists from far and wide. The waterfalls are located at a height and can be reached by climbing a flight of stairs. The path leading to it is no doubt, a little bumpy; however, the view at the top makes up for it. The spot is used by the army for altitude training owing to the steep cliffs and the rocky terrain. It is therefore, also a popular spot among adventure seekers, trekkers and hiking enthusiasts. Read More

Government Museum, Alwar

Situated in the vicinity of City Palace, the Government Museum in Alwar was established in 1940. Housing a brilliant collection of paintings, frescoes and artefacts, the museum boasts of rich ancient heritage of the royal families. In addition to 234 sculptures, 11 inscriptions, 9702 coins, 2565 paintings, 2270 arms and weapons; the museum also has exotic collections of ivory and lacquered work, Bidri and brass works, pottery, Persian manuscripts and miniature paintings. Read More