THE FAVOURITE BIRD RETREAT

The 55 km long journey by road from Agra drives you to the town of Bharatpur - the eastern gateway to Rajasthan. Bharatpur is popular for its bird sanctuary the Keoladeo Ghana National Park-finest in Asia with a rich avian variety. Every year the rare siberian cranes come to spend the winter in the warmer climate of Bharatpur.

PRIME SITES - LOHAGARH FORT

The massive iron structure built in the early 18th century. With its impregnable defences it sustained itself even after a number of British attacks. The fort was conceived and designed by Maharaja Suraj Mal, the founder of Bharatpur. The fort has three palaces within its precincts Kishori Mahal, Mahal Khas and Kothi Khas.

PRIME SITES - GOVERNMENT MUSEUM

A rich collection of artifacts, exquisitely carved sculptures and ancient inscriptions can be admired in the Government Museum located in the Palace. All these items speak volumes about the rich heritage, art and crafts of the region.

PRIME SITES - KEOLADEO NATIONAL PARK

Once the royal hunting preserve of the princes of Bharatpur, it is one of the finest bird sanctuaries in the world inundated with over 400 species of water birds. Exotic migratory birds from Afghanistan, Central Asia, Tibet as well as Siberian cranes from the Arctic, the greyleg geese from Siberia and the baregeese form China, come here in JULY/AUG to spend the winters in the warmer climate and they breed till OCT/NOV.

EXCURSIONS - DEEG (32 KM)

Once the summer resort of the rulers of Bharatpur, it served as the second capital of the region. This interesting town is strewn with massive fortifications, stunningly beautiful gardens, magnificent palaces and a colourful bazaar.

Destinations  |  Distances   |  Visa Info  |  Cuisine  |  Holidays   |  Art & Culture  |  Shopping | History | Do's & Don't | Climate | Things to do in Rajasthan | Travel Tools