Bharatpur

Bharatpur, also known as the ‘Eastern Gateway to Rajasthan,’ was founded in 1733 AD by Maharaja Suraj Mal. It was once an impregnable, well-fortified city carved out of the Mewat region. The town was named Bharatpur after Lord Rama’s brother Bharat, whose other brother Laxman was worshipped as the Bharatpur’s family deity. According to legend, the name of the rulers Laxman is engraved on the state arms and seals. Rustam, a Jat of the Sogariya clan, is thought to have founded the city and fort. Maharaja Suraj Mal established the empire after taking over from Khemkaran, Rustam’s son. He fortified the city by erecting a massive wall all around it.

Climate

From April 14 to July 2, the temperature rises beyond 99°F on a daily average. In Bharatpur, June is the hottest month of the year, with an average high of 103°F and low of 85°F.The average daily maximum temperature during the chilly season, which runs from December 7 to February 12 is below 76°F. In Bharatpur, January is the coldest month of the year, with an average low of 47°F and high of 70°F.

Location

The city of Bharatpur is located in the Indian state of Rajasthan, 180 kilometres (110 miles) south of New Delhi, 178 kilometres (111 miles) from Jaipur, 55 kilometres (34 miles) west of Agra in Uttar Pradesh, and 38 kilometres (24 miles) from Mathura in Uttar Pradesh.

History of Bharatpur

The Sinsinwar clan of the Hindu Jats governed the region in later mediaeval times. Maharaja Suraj Mal constructed Bharatpur in the year 1733 AD. Under his control, it is thought to have been a fortified city. Lord Bharat, Lord Rama’s brother, gave his name to the city of Bharatpur, which was cut out of the Mewat region.

How to Travel Bharatpur?

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Bharatpur Tourist Attractions

Palace of Bharatpur

It is a beautiful blend of Mughal and Rajput architecture, built in stages by various Maharajas. The magnificent apartments are lavishly decorated with intricately patterned floor tiles. The museum occupies the main central wing and displays collections dating back to the 2nd century that reflect the region’s art and skill.

National Park of Keoladeo

Keoladeo National Park is a birder’s paradise. The location is ideal because it is on India’s main North-South avian route. It is home to over 375 different bird species. Among the species seen were kingfishers, pelicans, Siberian cranes, open-billed storks, painted storks, egrets, ibises, cormorants, darters or snake birds, spoonbills, and grey herons.

The Fort of Lohagarh

The Lohagarh Fort, also known as the Iron Fort, stood firm in the face of numerous British attacks, frustrating them to the end. It was attacked four times by the British, and after a long siege, they were forced to withdraw, but Lord Lake was successful in capturing it in 1804.

Kishori Mahal, Mahal Khas, and Kothi Khas are three interesting monuments in the fort. To commemorate the victory over the Mughals and the British army, the Moti Mahal and towers such as Jawahar Burj and Fateh Burj were built. The Gateway features paintings of enormous elephants.