Bharatpur: Exploring the Eastern Gateway to Rajasthan
The city of Bharatpur, India, is one of the cities located in the state of Rajasthan founded by Maharaja Suraj Mal. It was formerly a walled city back in the 1700s and was known as the capital of the Jats. Today, the town holds the administrative headquarters of the district of Bharatpur and the Rajasthan State’s Bharatpur Division. There are a handful of affordable and luxurious hotels and lodging available in the city center.
Best Time to Visit
The city holds numerous events all year-round, but the most celebrated is the Brij Festival Bharatpur, which is held annually in March. This colorful festivity worships Lord Krishna and features locals dressed in bring sings songs and dresses. The highlight of the event is the Raslila Dance, showcasing the love story of Krishna and Radha. There are relatively few tourists by this time of year, rewarding you with discounted room rates at most of Bharatpur, India hotels.
What to Do & Area Attractions
While visiting Bharatpur, you should not miss dropping by Keoladeo National Park and Salim Ali Museum, two of the most visited tourist spots in the city and are only within a five-minute drive from each other. The Bagh hotel is located just seven minutes away from the park and features an in-house breakfast and restaurant area, as well as an outdoor pool and spa services. You should also check out The Birder’s Inn and Mahalkhas Palace, both of which provide breakfast options to guests and an in-house bar/restaurant space.
