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Weather
In Summer: 37 C (Max) - 24 C (Min)
In winter: 31 C (Max) - 11 C (Min)
Rainy Season : from July to Mid Sept, and very humid (Upton 90%)
Rainfall: 62 cms.
Our suggestion: Best time to come: Sep to March
Hot Attraction
Sariska Tiger Reserve: A famous tiger sanctuary established under the project tiger.
Held in the memory of the revered Sufi saint Khawaja Moinuddin Chishti, it is an occasion for thousands of believers to congregate at the shrine and offer their prayers.
All of Ajmer seems to take on a festive air and several programs are organized to mark the festivals. |
Alwar History
It is nested between a cluster of small hills of the Aravali range. Perched on the most prominent of these hills is a massive ancient fort that whispers tales of the rich history of the city.
This city was formerly known as 'Mewar The people of the state did not accept any external interference’s and daringly resisted against foreign invasions. In the 12th and 13th centuries they formed a group and raided Delhi. But finally Sultan Bulban (1267 A.D. - 1287 A.D.) suppressed them, bringing the area under the Muslims rule.
In 1771 A.D. Maharaja Pratap Singh, a Kuchhwaha Rajput belonging to the clan of Jaipur’s rulers, won back Alwar and founded a principality of his own.
Apart from its long history, the city has a rich natural heritage with some beautiful lakes and picturesque valleys thickly wooded in parts.
Reaching Alwar
By Air
The nearest airport from Alwar is Jaipur. Jaipur is well connected to all the major cities which includes Delhi, Mumbai, Calcutta, Jodhpur, Udaipur.
Recently, flights to Dubai has also started from Ajmer by Indian Airlines. |
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By Bus
Alwar is approachable by road from Jaipur (143 km) and Delhi(164 km).
By Train
Connected through train from Delhi and all parts of Rajasthan.
Getting around
Cycle - rickshaw and tongas are available.
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