Alwar
Formerly known as Mewar, Alwar is an interesting town located around 170 km away from Delhi. Rich in history, Alwar is also home to many beautiful lakes and pretty valleys that add to its charm. Alwar is surrounded by the majestic Aravalli hills and is referred to as the “Tiger Gate of Rajasthan”. Another point to note about Alwar is that it is one of the oldest cities of Rajasthan. Besides, the tourist attractions of Alwar are sure to add up to a memorable experience for anyone planning to travel to Rajasthan in India.
Some of the major tourist attractions of Alwar in Rajasthan are:
Bala Qila
The fort stretches on for 5 km from north to south and 1.6 km from east to west. Besides, it is perched on a height of 595 m above sea level and offers magnificent views of the town below. The Bala Qila also houses many interesting palatial structures apart from other monuments. The fort also has several gates that include the Jai Pol, Laxman Pol, Chand Pol, Kishan Pol and the Suraj Pol.
Government Museum
Showcasing a fine collection of Mughal and Rajput paintings that date back to the 18th and 19th centuries, the museum is a must visit attraction in Alwar. Besides, there are many rare manuscripts you can have a look at during a visit to the museum.
City Palace
Blending the best of Rajput and Mughal styles of architecture, the palatial structure was built in 1793 AD by Raja Bakhtawar Singh.
Purajan Vihar
This picturesque garden was laid out in 1868 AD during the reign of Maharaja Shiv Dan Singh. Today, the garden is visited by hundreds of tourists, especially during summers.
Tomb of Fateh Jung
This spectacular tomb with its majestic dome is a rich blend of the Hindu and Islamic styles of architecture.
Other tourist attractions of Alwar in Rajasthan include the Vijay Mandir Palace and Rani Moosi Chhatri. There are many interesting excursion sites located near Alwar, namely, the Siliserh Lake, Sariska National Park, Pandupol, Bhatrihari Temple and Bhangarh.
