This abode is popular for its bird
Sanctuary, Keolado Ghana National Park Or Bharatpur bird sanctuary.
Ironically this is the only Jat Kingdom in the Rajput State. Founded in
1733, by Maharaja Suraj Mal, Bharatpur is a fortified city named after
Bharat, the brother of Lord Rama. Formerly known as Mewat, this place also
houses the famous Bharatpur fort that was built in early 15th centuary.
Getting
There
Airways : The nearest airport, Agra is 54 kms. However, convenient
airports from Bombay are Jaipur (174 km) and Delhi (182 km) since there are
no direct flights to Agra from B'bay.
Railways: Bharatpur is well
connected to all part of India and lies on Bombay-Delhi sector of Western
Rly.
Roadways : Bharatpur is well connected to Agra (54 km), Delhi (182
km), Fatehpur Sikri (20 km), Jaipur (174 km), Mathura (36 km) and Sariska
(130 km).
Facts about Bharatpur
Area : 22 sq. km
Season : October to February
Languages: English, Hindi
Excursion: Deeg-32 km on Alwar Road.
Major Attraction: Lohagarh fort, Keoladeo Ghana National Park.
Exploring Bharatpur
Lohagarh Fort:
Built in 18th Centuary, this massive iron structure was built to defend the
British attack. The lay out of the fort was designed by the founder of
Bharatpur, Maharaja Suraj Mal. The fort has three palaces within its
complex- Kishori Mal, Mahal Khas, Kothi Khas.
Government Museum:
The museum showcases artifacts, exquisitely carved sculptures and ancient
inscriptions. The museum is good place for those who love cultural heritage.
Keoladeo Ghana National Park:
3 km from the city, Bharatpur is one of the popular wildlife sanctuaries in
India. It has around 400 species of water birds and is quite famous for
migratory birds specially Siberian cranes. These cranes come here in
July/Aug to spend winters in warmer climate and breeds till Oct/Nov.
