Introduction
Looking back to an ancient age, the city of Bharatpur has a rich history. Bharatpur is considered as an entrance to the 'Eastern Gateway to Rajasthan'. It was the unique foundation of Maharaja Suraj Mal in 1733 AD. Once a well equipped city, Bharatpur is carved out of the region, earlier known as 'Mewat'. Bharatpur travel and tourism is most famous for its bird sanctuary. It is one of the most famous and impressive bird sanctuary in the world. It is an ultimate place for a bird- watcher as one gets to see the most exotic species of birds along with a rich wildlife. This place also houses many forts and palaces which depict the culture of Bharatpur. Away from the hustle-bustle of the city, the clear and cool breezes facilitates and makes a person's visit successful to Bharatpur.


Quick Facts
Location : 176 km from Jaipur, 184 kms from Delhi, 55 kms from Agra
State : Northwestern state of Rajasthan
Area : 232 kms
Trip Highlights : Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary
Ideal time to visit : October - March
Languages : Hindi, English & Rajasthani
Bharatpur STD Code : 05644
Climate : Summer (Max - 45ºC) & Winter (Max - 10ºC)
Best Time : October to March


Bharatpur Air/Rail/Road Links

Airport :	The nearest airport from Bharatpur is Agra (54 kms). Agra has daily flights for Delhi, Mumbai and Varanasi.
Railway Station :	Bharatpur is the nearest rail junction, which is well connected to Delhi, Jaipur, Mumbai and other parts of India.
Bus Station :	Bharatpur is well connected by road with Agra, Mathura, Delhi and Jaipur. Regular buses operate from all major cities.

Tourist attractions in Bharatpur
Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary
Considered to be heaven for flapping birds and pilgrimage for the the bird watchers, this park is perhaps one of the finest bird parks in the world. You can see 350 species of birds (both migratory & native) and a large range of mammals and reptile species.

Bharatpur Palace
A remarkable blend of Mughal and Rajput architecture. An enthralling fact of this place is that it was built in different phases and by different Maharajahs. It houses a museum which demonstrates the art and skill of Bharatpur region.

Government Museum
Providing a glimpse of the past royal splendour of Bharatpur, this museum displays a rich collection of antiquaries, sculptures and some some ancient inscriptions. All of these speak a great volume of their ancestral art and culture.

Ganga Mandir (Temple)
Constructed by Maharaja Balwant Singh , this temple is a two structured building made of sand stone. The floors are painted in black and white in a chequered format. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Ganga and attracts a lot of tourists from all over the world.

The Lohagarh Fort
It is an indomitable fort which remained unconquered in spite of so many incursions by the British. It houses many inviting monuments like Kishori Mahal. Mahal Khas and Kothi Khas.

Shopping in Bharatpur
Bharatpur is famous for it's beautiful semi precious stones, antiques, marble carvings and brass works. Tourists can manage to take back home some souvenirs and curios as a sweet remembrance. One can visit Jaipur for gold silver and kundan work shopping and the traditional handicrafts from Bapu and Nehru Bazaar.

Famous Hotels in Bharatpur
Experience the old fashioned hospitality in Bharatpur with a perfect blend of luxury and comfort. We offer a wide range of hotels that fit your budget. So if you wish to view the magnificent flaura and fauna of Bharatpur, this place has been many heritage and luxurious hotels to choose from.

Nearby Getaways
Bharatpur is not only enriched by the massive bird sanctuary, but also some great places around it. Browse and enjoy Bharatpur by visiting the following places.

Deeg - 32 kms north of Bharatpur,
Agra - 55 kms
Mathura - 44 kms