Dholpur

Dholpur, formerly known as Dhawalpuri, has a rich history that captivates every visitor. It was founded by Dhawal Deo, a small-time ruler who named the city after himself.

Climate

With a temperature of 50 °C, Dholpur is thought to have had India’s highest recorded temperature. The stifling summer season is marked by May and June, which are the hottest months. Summertime temperatures are typically greater than 40 °C. The two coldest months are December and January, with occasionally sub-zero and near-zero temperatures. -4.3 °C is the coldest temperature ever recorded. 860 mm of rain falls annually on average.

Location

The city of Dholpur (also known as Dhaulpur) is located in Madhya Pradesh, across the Chambal River and the state’s boundary with Morena, at 26° 42′ 0″ North and 77° 54′ 0″ East. It is a North Central Railway junction and is situated on the former NH-3. Dholpur city has a total size of 33.3 square kilometres.

History of Dholpur

Dholpur was a small kingdom with a turbulent history due to its strategic location on the main route connecting Kabul and Delhi. Furthermore, its proximity to powerful cities such as Gwalior, Agra, and Bayana drew many rulers who wanted to take advantage of its strategic location. The brave rulers of Dholpur always did their best to resist any attempt to subjugate them, but the city was regularly attacked by invading forces. Dholpur was repeatedly attacked and nearly razed to the ground by neighbouring kings from Sikander Lodi in 1501 AD to Babur in 1526 AD. During Humayun’s reign, the town of Dholpur was relocated northwards to avoid erosion by the Chambal River.

Two significant Mughal wars took place near Dholpur, the first in 1658, when Aurangzeb defeated his brother Dara Sikoh. The second was a succession war fought in 1707 AD between Aurangzeb’s sons.

How to travel Dholpur?

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Places to Visit in Dholpur

Shiva's Temple

This ancient temple is located near the Gwalior-Agra road and boasts great architectural beauty and significance.

Fort Shergarh

Shergarh Fort, located south of Dholpur, was built on the ruins of a Hindu fortress by Sher Shah Suri.

Khanpur Mahal

This magnificent structure was designed to serve as a pleasure palace for Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan.

Wild Life Sanctuary

This old wildlife reserve of Dholpur’s rulers is about 18 kilometres from Dholpur. The reserve has a diverse wildlife and covers an area of 59.86 square kilometres.

Laswari

It is the location where Lord Lake defeated Daulat Rao Scindia. Laswari’s main attractions are the ruins of the oldest Mughal garden, the Damoh Waterfall, and the Kanpur Mahal.

Bassi Wildlife Refuge

Panthers, wild boars, antelopes, and migratory birds call the sanctuary home. Before visiting the sanctuary, however, permission from the Chittorgarh District Forest Office is required.

Village Bassi

The Bassi Village, located 25 kilometres from Chittorgarh, is famous for its forts, temples, woodworks, and sculptures.

The Palace of Rana Kumbha

The ruins of the palace are thought to have underground cellars where Rani Padmini and other women committed the ‘Jauhar’ act.

Temple of MatriKundia

This temple, known as the ‘Haridwar of Mewar,’ is dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Temple of Sanwariyaji

This temple, dedicated to Lord Krishna, is a popular pilgrimage destination.

Muchchhkund

Muchchhkund, located 8 kilometres from Dholpur, is a sacred Hindu site. It was named after Raja Muchchhkund, the 24th king of the Suryavanshi Dynasty (the solar race), who ruled nineteen generations before Lord Ram.

Ramsagar Wildlife Sanctuary

The sanctuary is 34 kilometres from Dholpur and has a diverse aquatic life that includes freshwater crocodiles as well as a variety of fish and snakes. Water birds such as Cormorants, Jacanas, River Terns, Moor Hens, Ringed Plovers, and Stilts can also be seen.

Talab Shahi's

This lovely lake is located next to a hunting lodge built for Shah Jahan in 1617 AD. The lake, which is located 40 kilometres from Dholpur, attracts a large number of winter migratory fowls such as the Pintail, Shoveller, Red Crested Pochard, Comnion Pochard, Tufted Duck, Common Teal, Garganey Teal, and Gadwall.

Sanctuary of Sita Mata

Three rivers run through this sanctuary, which stretches across the Aravalli ranges and the Malawi plateau. According to legend, Sita, Lord Rama’s wife, stayed in a hermitage within this jungle after her husband exiled her. The Leopard, Hyena, Jungle Fox, Porcupine, Sambhar, Wild Bear, four-horned Antelope, and Nilgai are among the animal species.

Bijalpur

This magnificent castle is located 40 kilometres from Chittorgarh. Rao Shakti Singh built it, and it has now been converted into a heritage hotel.

Nagari

Nagari, located 20 kilometres from Chittorgarh, is one of Rajasthan’s oldest towns. Many Hindu and Buddhist ruins from the Mauryan and Gupta periods can still be found here today.