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Bharatpur
The Bird Sanctuary
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Overview
The Bird Sanctuary
Bharatpur located about 56 Km by road from Agra on the National Highway No. 11, the city is an eastern gateway to Rajasthan. It was founded by Maharaja Surajmal in 1730 A.D. Bharatpur is today famous for its “Keoladeo Ghana Bird Sanctuary, Fort and Palaces.
Lohagarh Fort
Surrounded by a 11 Km wall and moat, the fort has 2 enterances and 8 towers. It was conceived and designed by Maharaja Surajmal, the founder of Bharatpur in early 18th Century. Some of the monuments within the fort are Kishori Mahal, Mahal khana and Kothi Khas. Today there are state departments in its wings.
Government Museum
In an adjacent building within the Lohagarh Fort is the Govt. Museum. It was established in 1944, houses a rich collection of items of this region-rare gems of art and sculpture, inscriptions, armory and handicrafts.
The Palace
The royal monument is a brilliant blend of Mughal and Rajput architecture. There is a museum in central wing exhibits dating back to the 2nd century AD.
Gandhi Park
Is situated in front of Head Post Office, near Mathura Bus Stand. There is a big statue of marble of Mahatma Gandhi and a holy temple of Kali Maa.
Keoladev National Park
Once royal hunting reserve of the princely family of Bharatpur, today it is one of the most breathtaking water bird sanctuaries in India. Sprawling over 36 Square Km. It is situated 7 Km away from Rly. Station and 3 Km south-east of the city. It was declared a sanctuary in 1956 and a National Park in 1981. Here you can see 360 species of birds in the lake and pond. Migratory birds flock here from Afganistan, Central Asia, Tibet and Siberia in July/August, the breed here till October/November time.
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