Bharatpur, the ancient capital city of Jaat

Summary: Bharatpur is a tourist town located in the state of Rajasthan. Also called as the Eastern gateway to the state, the city is a historic city that is replete of monuments, places, forts, temples, and other old testaments. Additionally, it is also replete of nature and is home to one of the best sanctuaries in India. Visit the interesting city for fun holiday, and for accommodations choose from the best Bharatpur hotels.

Body: Bharatpur is one of the most fascinating parts of the Rajasthan state. The city is located in the eastern part of the state and is often referred as the "Eastern Gateway to Rajasthan". It is basically a tourist town with attractions that promise of a holiday which is nothing less than fun and amazing. Bharatpur is also a district and is the headquarter of the division sharing the same name. Named after the brother of lord Rama, the city is one of the significant historic cities in the state. If one is in Rajasthan for a tour, a trip to this little town is simply worth.

Founded by the Jat ruler Maharaja Suraj Mal in 1733, the city was the capital of the Jat kingdom. It is said that the rulers of the city were Yadavas, who are considered to be the decedents of Lord Krishna. This simply brings the city on the forefront in terms of culture, as it is the city that belonged to the decedents of the almighty. Hinduism is the chief religion in the city, and the calendars are filled with numerous Hindu celebrations and festivals. Of these the most celebrated festivals include: Gaurav Mahamna (also known as Brij Mahotsav), Dussehra, Jaswant Exhibition, Gangaur, Holi, and Teej. Other than the indigenous Hindu rulers, the city also came under the reign of the Mughals and the British. But, it is under the rule of the Jat rulers, the city actually prospered. The city was once popular for being impregnable. There exists a grandiose fort known as Lohgarh Fort. True to its name which means an Iron fort, the fort survived multiple Mughal and British attacks, and still stands tall as a pride of Bharatpur.

Other than the Lohgarh fort, there are several other palaces, forts, and old testaments in the city. In fact, the city is the one of the best exhibits of the state's glorious past. Fateh Burj, Jawahar Burj, Kishori Mahal, Rajput Palace, Moti Mahal, Ganga Mandir, Laxmi Vilas Palace, and Laxman Mandir are some of the other old yet magnificent testaments that one should visit when in the city. Meanwhile, the good thing is that there exist a number of good Bharatpur hotels in the vicinity to prime attractions and old monuments. If one seeks conveniences of close connectivity as well as a content accommodation, these hotels are good options to go for.

Note that, Bharatpur is also sometimes referred as the Keoladeo Ghana National Park. It is a nature reserve that houses a large and wide species of birds, flora and fauna, and is located within the territory of Bharatpur. It is one of the best national parks in India, and one of the finest bird sanctuaries in Asia. It is particularly famous of the Siberian Cranes, as the birds visit the region every year during the winter season. Apart from that, it is good to know that more than 350 bird species live/visit the national park. Thus, making it one of the richest and most vibrant bird sanctuaries in the world. It was declared a bird sanctuary in 1956, and later in 1981 a national park.

Besides, the park is also composed of Golden Jackal, Jungle Cat, Sambar, Striped Hyena, Wild Boar, Fishing Cat, Nilgai, and Blackbuck. When in the city, the park is a must visit. It is perfect for bird watchers and enthusiasts of nature. Meanwhile, there are some 3 star hotels in Bharatpur that offer a help with the tour of the jungle. Plus, if one likes some additional help, he can take avail the help of professional tour guides.