Places To Visit In Alwar Sightseeing

Sariska Tiger Reserve is a breathtaking National Park, which forms a part of the Aravalli Range and is ecologically rich. This National Park is a seat for ‘Project Tiger’ and boasts of the success story of its fast growing tiger population. Besides Bengal tigers, this park is home to peacocks, leopards, white-throated kingfisher, boars, antelopes and a wide range of other wildlife. Travelling to Sariska is a short 36 km journey from Alwar.

This oddly named attraction is a cenotaph for Maharani Musi built by Vinay Singh to commemorate Rani Musi who had committed sati on her husband, the Ruler Maharaja Bakhtawar Singh’s funeral pyre. Sunsets by the cenotaph are the most beautiful part of the day, the sight of the orange and pink hue of the setting sun hitting the marble walls of the upper story takes one’s breath away.

Bala Quila is a scenic fort situated atop a hill in the Aravalli Range; besides its rich historical significance, it also promises an amazing view of the city of Alwar. This fort, which was built by Hasan Khan Mewati, has been a home to various Mughal Rulers before it was taken over by Pratap Singh.

Bhangarh Fort is situated within the Alwar District and is in close proximity to the city of Alwar. This quaint old fort and its earthy Rajput charm come hand in hand with a strange law, which is peculiar to this area. This law stipulates that entry into the Fort of Bhangarh between sunset and sunrise is strictly prohibited. The fort of Bhangarh was home to Madho Singh the brother of Raja Man Singh who was the right hand of Emperor Akbar.

Fairy Queen is the oldest locomotive engine in the world and plies between Delhi and Alwar. This train is a must see for all historical and automotive enthusiasts. This engine has recently been restored and declared as a national treasure. The Fairy Queen train is like a palace on wheels, its rich interiors have a Rajput charm that make your journey befitting a Royal.

The temple of Karni Mata is one of the most peculiar temples of the world. This temple is home to approximately 20,000 black rats called “Kabbas” that live here and are worshipped. These rats are believed to be the reincarnated male descendants of Karni Mata. Food nibbled on by these rats is eaten as an honor and each time a Kabba dies it is replaced with one made of solid gold.