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Siliserh Lake & Palace

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Siliserh Lake & Palace: Situated on the Jaipur road, the palace of siliserh is set beside a pretty lake bounded by wooded hills and was built as a summer retreat. The water body covers an area of about 10.5 sq. kms and has some magnificent cenotaphs on its embankment.

A royal huntinh Lodge / palace was built by Maharaja Vinay Singh for his queen, shila in 1845 AD. It has been converted into a hotel and is an attractive sport for a peaceful holiday.

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Siriska Tiger Reserve & National Park

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Siriska Tiger Reserve & National Park: The tiger Reserve features dry, open deciduous forested sprawling over a vast tract of rolling hills and valleys, with lovely springs cascading through them. It has numerous valuable sites of geological and historical interest and above all, a rich, varied and exotic Fauna consisting of the tiger, leopard, hyena, Jungle cat, Sambar, Chital, nilgai, Chausingha, Jackal, wild boar, wild dog, Langurs and rhesus monkeys.

The avifauna varies from Shirike, parakeet, partridge, crested serpent eagle, red spurfowls and quail to sand grouse, dove, vulture, owl, treeple and golden- backed woodpecker, babble & bulble. The Sanctuary houses ruined temples, a fort, pavilions and a palace.

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Jaisamand Lake

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Jaisamand Lake: This large artificial lake was constructed by Maharaja Jai singh in 1910 AD. It is an excellent picnic spot, especially during the rainy season when the entire countryside turns lush green. During monsoons sprawling greenery all rounds makes it a visual treat. Easily accessible by road from Alwar.

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Bhartrihari Temple

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Bhartrihari Temple: Bhartrihari Temple is an immensely popular temple of Alwar, India. Centralized location of Bhartrihari Temples makes it easily accessible and popular among tourists. Accessibility of Bhartrihari temple is approximately 30 kms from the city and is positioned quite close to Sariska National Park. Huge number of devotees often frequents this temple.

The Bhartrihari temple is a prominent pilgrimage center. There is a cenotaph of the legend associated the place with King Bhartrihari, who abandoned the world 21 centuries ago. He roamed about in these parts in penance and even has his cenotaph here. Every year a fair is organized at the temple in the months of September/October.

According to folk tales, Bhartrihari Baba was the ruler of Ujjain and he left the kingdom to be a saint. So, this temple was named after him. It is also believed that he had some magical powers for healing and curing. People from all over the world come to Bhartrihari temple to find solution for their problems and getting permanent cure from severe diseases.

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Siliserh Lake

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Siliserh Lake: The water palace of Siliserh with a lake sur-rounded by low wooded hills, enroute to Sariska12 Kms. southwest of Alwar.The tranquil lake is nestled in the hills, the twinkling ripples of the lake cover an area of about 10.5 sq. Kms, surrounded by thick forest and magnificent cenotopatns on its embankment. A royal hunting lodge /palace was built by Maharaja Vinay Singh for his Queen Shila in 1845. It has been converted into a tourist bungalow and is an attractive spot for peaceful holiday.

Boating facilities are also available at Siliserh Lake.

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Vijay mandir Palace

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Vijay mandir Palace: It is the royal residence of Maharaja Jai Singh built in 1918. The largely uninhabited palace is a window on the life style of the royals. Migratory1 birds and waterfowls can be obsened feeding on fish in the small lake, beside the palace. Vijay Mandir, a sprawling, coupled palace with 105 rooms and a beautifully laid out garden lies 6 miles outside Alwar Reflected picturesquely in the waters of Vijay Sagar Lake, it is said to have been designed along the lines of a ship like all the ventures of its builder, the sinister and dazzling Maharaja Jai Singh.

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Tomb of Fateh Jung

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Tomb of Fateh Jung: This spectacular tomb has a massive dome, which is a fine blend of Hindu and Islamic architectural styles. Fateh Jung was a minister of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan and related to the Khanzada rulers of Alwar.

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City Palace Alwar

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City Palace / Vinay Vilas Palace & Sagar: This gareden palace was once the residence of Maharaja vinay Singh. Now a college is being run in this magnificent building.

Behind the City Palace is an artificial lake built in 1815 A.D. by Maharaja Vinay Singh with few temples along its banks. A marvellous chhatri with unusual Bengali roof and arches, also known as the Moosi Maharani ki chhatri, is situated in this are Purjan.

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Moosi Maharani Ki Chhatri

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Moosi Maharani Ki Chhatri: This is an impressive cenotaph (Chhatri) on the banks of Sagar, a beautiful lake. The cenotaph reflects the Indo - Islamic style of architecture. The upper portion, which is in marble and has columned pavilions and domed arches with exquisite floral tracery, rests on the pillared red sandstone lower storey.

Mythological and court sense in fading gold- leaf painting and sculptures adorn the ceiling. The memorial is rated as one of the finest in its class.

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Company Garden Alwar

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Company Garden: A picturesque garden, laid out during the reign of Maharaja Shiv Dan Singh in 1868 A.D. The garden has an enchanting setting called ‘Shimla’ which was built by Maharaja Mangal Singh in 1885 A.D. The lush surrounding and the cool shades make it the idyllic visiting spot during summers. A marvellous chhatri with unusual Bengali roof and arches, also known as the Moosi Maharani Ki chhatri, is situated here.

The garden was originally named Company Garden, later on Maharaja Jai Singh changed it to Purjan Vihar.

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