Tourist Attractions in Alwar
Some of the most famous tourist attractions you can visit if you travel to Alwar are listed below.
Sariska Tiger Reserve
The Sariska Tiger Reserve, established in 1955 is home to the tiger, nilgai (blue bull), cheetal, sambhar, four horned antelope and the wild boar. Sprawled over a forest area of nearly 800 km, this reserve comes under the Project Tiger. A number of ruined ancient temples can be seen inside the forest reserve. An old palace inside the park has now been converted into a hotel. This is one of the few forest reserves where you can even explore the forest at night. The best time to visit this park is from November to June.
Bala Quila (the fort)
This imposing fort that was constructed before the rise of the Mughal Empire, sprawls over an area of 5 km from north to south and 1.6 km from east to west. The Bala Quila further rises 304 meters above the city and also houses a number of temples and palaces. Several huge gates and towers further add to the magnificence of this structure. This is a must visit site if you travel to Alwar.
Vinay Vilas Mahal
The Vinay Vilas Mahal also known as the City Palace dates back to the 18th century and is a classic blend of Rajput and Mughal styles of architecture. While the ground floors have been converted into government offices, the upper floor houses a museum which has a rich collection of items on display.
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