BHARATPUR
Welcome to Bharatpur
The former capital of a kingdom formed in the early 18th century as the Mughal Empire declined, Bharatpur still retains some vestiges of the ephemeral adventure of the Jats, the farmers who plundered Agra before abdicating to the British. Bharatpur is famous for its National Park, a Unesco World Heritage Site with a bird sanctuary.
Bird reserve
Formerly known as the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, Keoladeo Ghana is one of the world’s most important bird breeding and feeding grounds. Spread over 29 square kilometers, it is home to over 370 species of birds, including migratory visitors like the Siberian crane, which travel thousands of kilometers to winter here.
Palace
The Bharatpur Palace is a stunning fusion of Mughal and Rajput architectural styles. Built over several generations, it features intricately patterned floors, decorative arches, and elaborately designed apartments and courtyards. Part of the palace houses the Kamra Khas, which has been converted into a museum displaying royal artifacts, weapons, miniature paintings, manuscripts, and decorative arts.
Ganga Mandir
Located in the heart of Bharatpur, the Ganga Mandir is a unique and magnificent temple dedicated to the Goddess Ganga, the holy river’s divine embodiment. Constructed over a century starting from 1845, it showcases intricate carvings and a blend of traditional temple architecture with slight colonial influences, as parts were built by the royal army officials.
Laxman Mandir
Bharatpur’s Laxman Mandir is one of the city’s most revered temples, dedicated to Lord Laxman, the devoted brother of Lord Rama. The temple’s exquisite carvings in sandstone and marble showcase fine craftsmanship, with beautiful representations of Hindu mythology on its walls, pillars, and arches. It is especially lively during festivals like Diwali and Ram Navami.
