Bala Quila or Alwar Fort in Alwar, Rajasthan
Bala Quila also known Alwar Fort is a fort in Alwar district of Rajasthan. The fort located on a hill of Aravalli Range, is 5 kms long and 1.5 kms wide at an elevation of 1000 feet. The fort situated above the town of Alwar was originally constructed by Nikumbh Rajputs in 928 AD. In 1492 AD Khanzada Alawal Khan won Bala Quila from Nikumbh Rajputs to stop practice of human sacrifice, but the fort was completely destroyed. The fort was re-constructed in 1521 AD by Hasan Khan Mewati, and later it was taken control by the Mughal rulers.
Keoladeo National Park – A Birdwatchers Paradise
Keoladeo National Park formerly Bharatpur bird sanctuary is a vast bird sanctuary and former royal game reserve in Rajasthan. Located south of city of Bharatpur, the national park’s woods and man-made wetlands are a huge protect area that is home to over 370 species of migratory and resident birds, including herons, painted storks, cormorants and […]
Chitwan National Park – The World Heritage Site
Chitwan National Park is a preserved area in the Terai Lowlands of south-central Nepal, known for its biodiversity. The park is famous for one of the best wildlife-viewing experience in Asia, where nature lovers have excellent chance of spotting endangered animals. The park is home to 68 species of mammals, 544 species of birds, 56 […]
Palaces of Rajasthan -2
11. Mandir Palace, Jaisalmer Among many spectacular palaces of Rajasthan, Mandir Palace in Jaisalmer is popular among tourist. The famous palace is now a heritage hotel owned by Dr Jitendra Singh, the grandson of Maharawal Jawahir Singh ji, the man who enhanced the palace. Mandir Palace is one of the most important places to visit […]
