Bharatpur
175 km from Jaipur & 185 km from Delhi, is know for the Keoladeo Ghana National Park (Bird Sanctuary) and also a halting place on the way from Agra (55 km). The only city that was ruled by Jats. And you can also see the old fort and museum.
Bharatpur is considered as the Eastern Gateway to Rajasthan. Bharatpur is popular for its bird sanctuary-the Keoladeo Ghana National Park - finest in Asia rich avian variety. Every year the rare Siberian cranes come to spend the winter in the warmer climate of Bharatpur.
Of the remnants of the royal past remains the marvellous Bharatpur Palace housing a rich repository of a large number of ancient exhibit that date back to the early 15th century.
Saras Crane, Keoladeo Ghana
Deeg-32 km on Alwar Road.
Major Attraction
Lohagarh fort, Keoladeo Ghana National Park.
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.
How To Reach
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).
