Alwar

Alwar is 150 km form Jaipur and 170 km from Delhi. Alwar is nested between a cluster of small hills of the Aravalli range. Perched on the most prominent of these hills is a massive ancient Rajput state, formerly known as Mewat, Alwar was nearest to the imperial Delhi. The people of the state did not accept any external interferences 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 Muslim 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. A part from its long history, the city has a rich natural heritage with some beautiful lakes and picturesque valleys thickly wooded in parts. Some of the finest variety of birds and animals are spotted here. Alwar has one of the finest wildlife sanctuaries in Rajasthan-Sariska, which is an excellent tiger country.

History: Alwar is indeed one of the historic destinations of Rajasthan which is decorated with fine examples of ancient times presenting the rich and royal history of the country. The city is considered as one of the oldest cities of India and which is known since 1000 A.D and was a part of the Matsya kingdom. At the beginning, the Kin of Amer ruled the city during the era of the 11th century and he extended his kingdom to include the city of Alwar. Later on the rulers of the city were ruled by different sub-clans of Rajputs such as Nikumbh Rajputs, Yaduvanshi Rajputs, Badgujar Rajputs and the city was under reign of the was Naruka or the Kachwaha Rajputs in the last phase.

The Different Rulers of Alwar: The Alwar city is said to be founded by Maharaja Jai Singh of Amer and the city was named as Alpur, which changed with the time and lastly it was settled as Alwar. After that the city was first ruled by Maharaja Kakil during the 11th Century. The city of Alwar was also ruled by the Marathas and the Jats but a brave Kachwaha ruler named Pratap Singh took over the control of the city and ruled for many years making it a prominent place of Rajasthan. Pratap Singh was the ‘Jagirdar’ of a small village and later on he left the city to his, successor Bakhtawar Singh who volunteered an armed movement to the neighboring city of Jaipur, which is known as the senior Kachwaha state to keep the reign of his ancestor. While Bakhtawar Singh was defeated; a fresh commitment was made by the East India Company with him, keeping him out from any kind of political interference with other states without British consent.

The Kachwahas: The Kachwaha Rajputs were known as the ancestors of Lord Rama as they are the lineages of Kush who was the son of Lord Rama. So the name of the Kushwaha or Kachwaha came from Kush and they claimed themselves as a part of the Rajput clan. The rulers have claimed themselves as Suryavanshi and they are the traditionally classified as a farmer community and considered to be of the branded Shudravarnain the Vedas. This caste was defied during the later periods of British reign in India, even though various other castes had made claims to get a higher status before the British government.

Tourist Attractions:

Alwar Fort:

The Alwar Fort is nestled in a steep hill that is 300 meters above the city. The magnificent fort is a great landmark of the Alwar. The fort has a lot of historical significance. It was built before the Mughal period in the 16th century. Moreover, it is also believed that Babur once came to the fort in order to dodge his enemies. History associated to the fort also reveals that the fort was taken over by Rana Pratap Singh in 1775. However, there is no consensus among historians to draw a conclusion to this. It is also believed that Nikumbh Rajput built the palace in 928 A.D. Hence, the history of fort draws a lot of confusion and curiosity. This curiosity often acts as an appeal for the tourists.

The magnificent Alwar Fort stretches across 5 kilometers from North to South and is located at a height of 305 meters above the main city. Various architectural features like the 15 large and 51 small towers add a lot of beauty to the fort. There are also beautiful gates and each of the gates bear different names. The various names of the entry points of the fort are Chand Pol Kishan Pol, Laxman Pol, Jai Pol and Suraj Fort. Looking at the various architectural features of the fort, you will surely wonder about the architectural excellence of craftsmen of that area.

City Palace, Alwar:

Also known as the Vinay Vilas Mahal, the Alwar City Palace is a marvelous structure in the heart of the Alwar city. Built at the end of 17th century, the City Palace is a fine example of the Rajput-Islamic architecture. A highly visited landmark in Alwar, the designing of the majestic Palace highly speaks of its entry gates. Entry in the Palace can be done through various gates, which are known as Laxman Pol, Suraj Pol, Chand Pol, Kishan Pol and Andheri gate. Once passed through these gates, one is likely to come across an open ground with Krishna temples on all sides.

Well known for its heritage and archaeology, the City Palace also houses a museum which has preserved the enriching history of the Palace in it. Fascinating are the miniature paintings of the historical Alwar school, which ornate the walls of the reputed museum. Other than the museum, there is also a golden Durbar hall, which is one of the highlighting features of the Alwar City Palace.

Places to visit near Alwar: Apart from the sprawling City Palace in Alwar, one can also pay a visit to the other splendid structures. Prominent structures in the close vicinity of Alwar City Palace are Company Bagh, Bhangarh fort and Government Museum.

The Bhangarh Fort:

It is a place between Jaipur and Alwar in Rajasthan state of India. It is a deserted town with some 10000 dwellings established in 1613 by Madho Singh, younger brother of great Mughal general, Man Singh (I). Bhangarh is known for its ruins, Myths and the sign board By the The Archeological survey of India (ASI) which says that “Entering the borders of Bhangarh before sunrise and after sunset is strictly prohibited.” but still worth a visit; the place is beautiful and tranquil. What remains though, is a shadow of a once beautiful kingdom.

On visit to Bhangarh one can esily make out the destored market with shops on both side of road and will make you admir the construction and the architech of the 16’s centurey .Bhangarh also include gardens, havelis,banyan trees and temples of Lord Someshwar, gopinath, mangla devi and Keshava rai. But the enigmatic attraction is a secluded dome-shaped pavilion (chhatri) on the top of the hill catches eye of all the visitors.
One of the stronger myths goes as follow:

The charm of princess of Bhangarh Ratnavati was said to be matchless in all of Rajasthan . Being eighteen years old, the princess started getting matrimonial offers from other states. In the same region there lived a magician, who was well versed in the occult, named Singhia and he was desperately in love with the princess knowing that he would never be allowed to even see her, let alone meet her.One day, he saw the princess’ maid in the market buying scented oil for her. Seeing this, he got an idea by which he could meet the princess. He used his black magic and put a spell on the oil which would hypnotize the princess by merely touching the oil, and she would surrender herself.The princess foiled this plan though. She had seen the magician enchanting the oil, so she poure the oil the ground. As the oil struck the ground it turned into a boulder, which crushed Singhia. Dying, the magician cursed the palace with the death of all who dwelt in it,without any rebirth in their destinies and the kingdom vanished over night. Legends also say that the sprits /ghosts of those sufferd from the curse are still there in Bhangarh and that is why entry is prohibited for tourists in the fort after sunset and before sunrise.

Vijay Mandir Palace: 

Located only 10 kilometers from Alwar, the Vijay Mandir Palace is a treat to the eye. The beautiful palace was built by Maharaja Jai Singh. The various features of the palace reflect the grandeur of the royal era of Rajasthan. The beauty of the palace itself offers a mesmerizing sight. What adds to the beauty even more is the serene lake in the foreground and the magnificent garden surrounding the palace. The construction of the palace has a history behind it. Maharaja Jai Singh ordered the construction of Yaswant Niwas. However, after the completion, the maharaja was unhappy with the outcome. As a result, he immediately ordered the construction of Vijay Mandir Palace.

The architecture of the temple is also a major attraction for the tourists. Feature like 105 elaborate done rooms will surely draw your attention. There are also a number of other features in the palace that will give you a clear idea about the features of Rajasthani architecture.

Another main attraction of the Vijay Mandir Palace is the Sita Ram Temple. During Ramnavami, the temple inside the palace is thronged by a large number of tourists. This festival is celebrated with a lot of pomp and show and is one of the main attractions of Rajasthan. However, if you are truly interested in visiting the palace you need to take permission from Maharaja of Alwar. Tourists are not allowed to enter the palace without the permission.

Silserh Lake:

Just before the Sariska National park, make a stop at the breathtaking Siliserh Lake, which lies at the backdrop of the Aravali hills in Rajasthan. The water of this artificial lake was channeled by Maharaja Vinay Singh in the 19th century for the prosperity of the nearby Alwar city.

The beautiful Siliserh Lake spreads over a vast area, and it has a Lake palace situated in the middle as its main attraction. Like the lake, this outstanding palace was also built by the Maharaja, this time for his beloved wife Shila. Used as a hunting lodge in the earlier times, the Lake palace has now been converted into a heritage hotel. From the terrace of this heritage hotel, one can admire the beauty of the lake for hours. Besides, boating in the Siliserh lake is also an effective option to explore the captivating lake.


Hope Circus: This is another monument that attracts the attention of the visitors to Alwar. Located almost midway between the railway station and the city palace, this is a circular figure having flight of steps leading to the top from all four sides. It was named after Miss Hope, daughter of Lord Linlithgow, the then Viceroy of India, on the occasion of his visit to Alwar in 1939-40.

Bala Quila: Bala Quila is one of the most popular tourist destinations of Alwar. During 10th century, Nikumbha clan of Rajputs had founded the magnificent Bala Quila. You would also enjoy a complete view of city from Bala Quila, as it is positioned on hill top. Accessibility of Bala Quila from the city center is approximately 15 kms.
Neemrana Fort:

Neemrana is a historical town, in Alwar district of Rajasthan, India. Neemrana Fort is the main magnetism of the town. It was built in 1464 AD by the Chauhans. It is the home of historical grandeur where the aroma of the past rolls back time, situated at 122 kilometer from Delhi within the Delhi-Jaipur highway in Behror tehsil,between Behror & Shahajahanpur,one of the oldest heritage sites is Kesroli in Alwar district. During Mahabharata time some of the trace has been taken. When the local Chieftain, Nimola Meo, lost to the chauhans, he pleaded that his name be given to the location in memory of the lost kingdom. This is how the town got its name. Everyone mesmerize everyone with its extraordinary beauty. Every rugged stone here is keen to narrate the bravery of the chauhans rulers who defeated a chieftain named Nimola Meo.  Nimola Meo after got defeated by Chauhans, pleaded to name his lost kingdom. Neemrana was also the third capital of the descendants of Prithviraj Chauhan III who was killed in battle by Mohammad Ghori in 1192 AD.

The Moosi Maharani ki Chhatri:

One of the most famous attractions in Alwar, Moosi Maharani ki Chhatri is a beautiful red sandstone and white marble cenotaph of the rulers of Alwar. The Moosi Maharani ki Chhatri is one of the most famous monuments in Rajasthan. Built by Vinay Singh, the famous cenotaph is located just outside the city of Alwar. The Moosi Maharani ki Chhatri is one of the most famous cenotaph in Alwar. Vinay Singh built the structure in honor of the Maharaja Bakhtawar Sight and his queen Rani Moosi in 1815. The ‘Chhatri’ refers to an elevated dome-shaped pavilion, which is usually built to symbolise pride and honour in the Rajputana architecture of Rajasthan.


Attractions of Moosi Maharani ki Chhatri: The Moosi Maharani ki Chhatri is one of the most famous cenotaph in Alwar. Vinay Singh built the structure in honor of the Maharaja Bakhtawar Sight and his queen Rani Moosi in 1815. Hence, it is quiet clear that particular structure also bears a lot of historical significance as well.

The splendid architecture of the structure is also a major attraction for tourists. The cenotaph is built on a pillared red stone. It is a double storeyed structure. The upper storey boasts a magnificent architecture of marble. The interiors of the structure are equally attractive as they boast intricate carvings. There is also a huge water tank located close to the chhatri.

This is a great attraction for the tourists. The dual attraction of the Moosi Maharani ki Chhatri with a lot of historical significance and a splendid architecture manages to attract a large number of tourists. There are a number of tour operators that offer tour to Moosi Maharani ki Chhatri. The only thing you need to make sure before you choose the tour operator is whether it has the required level of experience and expertise to deliver a trouble free tour.

Tijara Fort: 

Tijara Fort is an architectural jewel located at hilltop in Tijara city of Alwar district. Constructed at the end 18th century, Tijara Fort has colonial influence in its design with a magnificent amalgmation of Rajput and Afghan style of architecture. A unspoiled beauty of Tijara Fort and its high hill countryside presents different colorful sightseeing all around the hill. Its hanging gardens are perfect for panoramic sight view from hilltop with lush green surroundings. Maharaja Balwant Singh started the construction work of Tijara Fort in 1836 AD. He called up famous architects from Kabul and Delhi for the construction of Tijara Fort. Tijara fort construction completed in 13 years.Tijara Fort has two palaces called as Rani Mahal and Mardana Mahal. Rani Mahal or Queen Palace was made for queens and Mardana Mahal or Kings Palace was for Kings. Gardens, Aam Khas and Hawa Mahal are some other attractions in the fort.


Tomb of Fateh Jang: 

The history of the Tomb of Fateh Jang dates back to the time of Shah Jahan. It was the official court of the great emperor. The tomb was dedicated to him because of his noble deeds. Moreover, Shah Jahan had further association with Alwar as by birth, he had a relation to the blue blooded Khanzada rulers of Alwar. Hence, this tomb also has a great historical significance. This historical significance of this tomb is a major draw for tourists.
The architecture of the Tomb of Fateh Jang is also a great attraction for the tourists. This tomb boasts a blend of Mughal and Indo Islamic architecture in India. Sha Jahan himself was a great patronizer of Mughal architecture. During his reign, a number of monuments and forts were built in Rajasthan and Delhi. This is also one of them and hence had the features of the unique architectural styles. Some of the features of the tomb that will surely attract your attention are high minarets, round domes, quality sandstone. If you get awestruck by the beautiful exterior then the interior features will further mesmerize you. The miniature designs and the various other features of the tomb are a treat to the eye.


There are a number of tour operators that offer tour to Alwar. Keeping in mind the significance of Tomb of Fateh Jang, most of the tours offered includes a visit to the tomb. Though there are many tours available but it is always suggested to opt for tours operator which has a high level of experience and expertise in this sector. Opting for such a tour operator will definitely ensure a comfortable visit to Alwar.

Government Museum: 

Alwar Government Museum is known to be the multi purpose museum with a magnificent collection of arts and articrafts which provide a look into the fabulous and historical cultural heritage of Rajasthan. It was established by then ruler in the year 1940. It is situated in the Vinay Vilas Mahal in the City Palace of Alwar. Visitors from all over the world attracts towards its valuable collections of 234 sculptures, 11 inscriptions, 9702 coins, 35 metal objects, 2565 paintings & manuscripts, 2270 arms & weapons and 1809 objects of local art, crafts and musical instruments.This museum is famous for exceptional collections of ivory and lacquered work, musical instruments, stuffed animals, Bidri work, pottery and beautiful brass works from Multan, Bengal, Jaipur and Ceylon, Sanskrit, Persian manuscripts and miniature paintings.This museum is famous for exceptional collections of ivory and lacquered work, musical instruments, stuffed animals, Bidri work, pottery and beautiful brass works from Multan, Bengal, Jaipur and Ceylon, Sanskrit, Persian manuscripts and miniature paintings.
First section comprises sculptures and valuable inscriptions. It also display the rode skins of wild animals like leopard, lion and tiger that depicts rulers shooting excursions and wild animals hunt.
Second section has the valuable and precious Persian, Urdu, Arabic and Sanskrit manuscripts. This secton also displays some fabulous paintings that belongs to the Mughal and Rajput school of painting. Some famous and important ones are the Gulistan of S’adi (the Garden of roses), Bostan (the Garden of Spring) and Waqiat-e-Babri (Mughal Emperor Babar’s autobiography). Third section attracts every one as it contains arms and armor of kings like swords, rifles, daggers, shields.

Clock Tower Alwar: The clock tower or the Ghanta Ghar is a kind of market place and the area is surrounded by local markets especially the sweet marts. So people who are looking for local markets can visit this place and the place is also known for having the best sweet shops of Alwar which are already famous nationwide. Clock Tower is a royal monument in the Church road of Alwar city. The clock tower has a large four-sided clock on the top of it which had been very helpful for locals in doing their day to day work on time.There is also attractive architecture structure present in the lower part of the tower. The middle part of the tower has written patriotic slogans. Located in the fifth street from the church road, Clock tower shows the progressive rule of the illustrious Rajputs.

Company Bagh: 

The company Bagh s also known as Purjan Vihar and it is an incredibly beautiful garden is a cool breeze of air in the sandy and dusty atmosphere of Alwar. The garden is filled with grass, shrubs and trees and the place is really cool and it is surrounded with cascades, alleyways and groves of plants. It was laid out during the reign of Maharaja Shiv Dan Singh in 1868 A.D. Located just next to the city palace, this lush green garden attracts many visitors. Company garden has the magnificent setting and formation, especially known as Shimla House which was built by Maharaja Mangal Singh. This fabulous Shimla House also provides cool shades which make it the ideal for visiting during summers. Locals even name it as ‘Summer House’.

Jain Temple:

Alwar’s Jain Temple is one of the many reasons why people consider visiting this city of Rajasthan. The temple is considered to be atishaya kshetra (a place of salvation) and is often known as Tijara Jain Temple. This is an important pilgrimage site for the followers of Jainism. In 1956, Tijara Jain Temple was established and an idol of Chandraprabha was placed here. The idol was unearthed from the ground, which makes people believe that this place was once a dehra (Place where Jain idols are worshipped). Principal deity of Tijara Templs is of Chandraprabhu, which is 15 inch tall and is built from white-stone. According to the inscription on the idol, it was installed on the third day of Vishakha Shukla, in 1554. The idol is placed in a rectangular temple along with another idol made of black stone.


Bhartrihari Temple: 

Located around 30km away from the city and close to the well-known Sariska National Park, Bhartrihari Temple is one of the most popular sanctified spots in Alwar. The temple is named after Bhartrihari Baba (ruler of Ujjain) and holds great historical importance. The temple is built in traditional Rajasthani style with wide galleries, floral designed columns of shikharas and mandaps. According to the legend, Bhartrihari Baba left his kingdom and became a saint. Years later, he returned to his wife and asked her for Bhiksha (or something to eat). The king’s wife gave him a fruit that he ate and turned immortal. Devotees believe that Baba was blessed with some saintly powers. Moreover, it is considered that once Bhartrihari Baba prayed to God to bring water to the city and God was so pleased that a stream of water emerged from a rock. It is also believed that Baba buried himself alive and the temple is put up on his grave. Every year tourists and devotees offer sincere prayers in Bhartrihari Temple to seek the blessings of Baba. Pay a visit to the temple and rebuild your faith in almighty.

Shiva Temple:

Located very close to the Saiska National Park of Rajasthan, the Shva temple boasts an advantageous location. The temple is also known as Neelkanth temple. The rich history of the temple is also a major draw for the tourists. Alwar once had as many as 360 temples. Each of those temples was awesome to look at. However, after the unleash of the Mughal Emperor, most of them were destroyed. Among the very few temples which survived the invasion, Shiva temple is one of the most prominent ones. The temple dates back to the 10th century. This conclusion was drawn from 1010 mark on the figure Ganesha. This establishes the fact that the temple is more than thousands years old. In spite of being so old, the temple still retains its magnificence.

The temple had also gone through changes during the course of time. Initially, it was opened as an open temple with no walls. It was only after Rajah Jai Singh became the ruler of Alwar, he built the walls.
Attraction of the Shiva temple: It is also believed that the temple was built by the Pandavas. The popular religious belief tells us that Lord Shiva opposed Raja Jai Singh's army from conquering this land. It actually prompted the king to offer his prayers to the Lord. He also took the decision of appointing priests to offer regular worship in the temple. As a part of it, a lam would always burn in the honor of Lord Shiva. On visiting the temple, you will also be able to see small, oval shaped structures in front of the temple. These mark the graces of the various priests who were appointed for worshipping the Lord. It will be a unique experience to see those graves at the foot of the stairs of the temple.

The architecture of the Shiva temple is also something to look out. The walls of the temple are marked with various figures of gods, goddesses, men and women. If you carefully look the columns of the temple, you will surely find its resemblance with that of the column at Baroli in Mewar. There are also a number of domes in the temple. The domes are dedicated to Lord Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh or Shiva. The exquisite carvings and sculptures of the temple will also be a great sight for the tourists. This intricate craftsmanship and the historical importance of the temple have also urged the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act of 1958 declared it to be of national importance. Such an attraction should be never missed during a Alwar tour. The best time to visit this Shiva temple is during the Shiv Puja in the monsoon season. You can also visit it during the Mahashivratri temple.

Sariska National Park:

The Sariska Tiger Reserve is an Indian national park located in the Alwar district of the state of Rajasthan. This area was a hunting preserve of the erstwhile Alwar state and it was declared a wildlife reserve in 1955. In 1978, it was given the status of a tiger reserve making it a part of India's Project Tiger scheme. Many of the wild species are found in this national park are four-horned deer, wild boar, langur, caracal, sambar and chital. It also includes jackal, hyena, jungle cat, leopard, Bengal tiger and some species of birds. This national park's tiger population almost disappeared in the year 2005. However, after some sustained efforts by the Rajasthan state government and WII or Wildlife Institute of India, the disaster was averted.
History: This area has historical legends associated with Maharajas of Alwar including the Sariska Palace. This palace was used to be as the royal hunting cabin of the famous and legendary Maharaja Jai Singh. Sariska Tiger Reserve, once a part of the ancient ‘Matsya’ kingdom is also supposed to have sheltered the exiled Pandavas. It is believed that Bhima smote the rock face of a cliff with his cudgel at Pandu Pol and made a passage through a gorge in the sanctuary as these stories are mentioned in the great Hindu epic of “The Mahabharata”.
Flora and Fauna: The best and the most attractive feature of the Sariska Tiger Reserve has always been its Bengal Tigers. Apart from the Bengali Tiger, Sariska Tiger Reserve includes many wild-lives like leopard, jungle cat, caracal, striped hyena, golden jackal, chital, sambhar, nilgai, chinkara, four-horned antelope ‘chousingha’ wild boar, hare, hanuman langur, Rhesus monkeys, and plenty of bird species and reptiles. Birds include peafowl, grey partridge, bush quail, sand grouse, tree pie, golden-backed woodpecker, crested serpent eagle and the Great Indian Horned Owl.

Shopping In Alwar:
Alwar is known for its handicrafts items and silver jewelries. Shopping in Alwar is always an engaging affair mainly because there are lot many attractive goods stocked here; like terracotta statues, juttis, colorful bangles, thin-pottery and what not. Most popular markets of Alwar are Hope Circus, Churi Bazaar, Mala Khera Bazar, Kedalganj Bazaar, Sarraf Bazar and Bajaja Bazaar. Malakhera Bazaar is known for silver souvenirs, home décor items, handmade bags etc. Bajaja Bazaar is a wholesale market that sells beads, silk threads and zardosi.

Sarrafa Bazaar is a great place to buy semi-precious stones, diamonds and jewelries. For cutting and polishing of semi precious stones and diamonds proceed to Kedalganj, where you can also buy handicraft items. There is a separate market for colourful bangles in Alwar, called Churi Bazaar.

Bazaza Bazaar:

Bazaar Bazaar is one of the busiest bazaars in Alwar. This bazaar is frequented by a large number of foreign as well as local travelers. The liveliness, the vibrancy, the huge collection of variety of items and products has made Bazaza Bazaar one of the most attractive bazaars of Alwar. Though the best time for visiting this bazaar is during the time of the festivals, tourists can hop in anytime during their visit to Alwar.

Products found in Bazaza Bazaar: The magnificent collection of items that are displayed in Bazaza Bazaar include textile items, trinkets, carpets, artifacts, embroidered 'jutis' and many more. Textile items for example beads, silk threads, Zardosi are the best buys of the Bazaza Bazaar. In addition, jewelries and precious stones are also preferred by the tourists. All the items and products displayed in the market perfectly bring out the talent of the local craftsmen. Tourists buy these items mostly for gifting others or as souvenirs.

In addition to the different shops, Bazaza Bazaar is also famous for its numerous eating joints. The various eating joints are known for selling delicious local dishes, mainly sweet dishes. Exploring Bazaza Bazaar also gives the tourists the opportunity to meet Rajasthani women and men who dress themselves in beautiful traditional Rajasthani attires.

Malakhera Bazaar:

Malakhera Bazaar has over the years become a most visited shopping area of Alwar owing to its unique ambience. A huge collection of Rajasthani products are available in the shops of Malakhera Bazaar. This bazaar is in fact famous for attracting a huge tourist footfall all round the year. A unique feature of this bazaar is that tourists can buy the products at a reasonable rate.

Products available at Malakhera Bazaar: Some of the most popular items and products available in Malakhera Bazaar are handicraft goods, numerous textile items, jewelries, clay sculptures, handicrafts items and artifacts. Utensils are also bought by the tourists. Textile items mainly of silk threads, beads and Zardosi are the best buys of this shopping area. However, when buying in this market, tourists must bargain the high set prices of the products. A proper bargaining is sure to offer them the best bet in this unique shopping area.

Apart from the busy shops that have dotted Malakhera Bazaar, there are numerous eateries which are flocked by the tourists. The different tourists get a chance to taste some delectable local dishes.

Fair And Festival:

Alwar Festival is the most popular festival in Alwar held from February 13 to February 15th annualy by the district administration to promote toursm in Alwar by showcasing the culture and art of this region. Visiting the Alwar Festival is a great experience. and offers best opportunity to get a peek into the culture and traditions of this former princedom.

The festival lasts for three days. It is organized by the district administration. The organizing of the fair also has a definite purpose. It mainly serves the purpose of promoting Alwar tourism. The festival also serves the purpose of reflecting the diversity of the district. This festival also focuses a lot on the rural activities of the local people thus providing a true picture of the place. There are also a number of other activities of the fair. You can see events like fancy dress competition, elephant polo, sketching competition for children and flower show. The Alwar Festival also exhibits a number of and antique items of the region. The festival also organizes film shows.

Matasya Festival:

The Matasya Festival is one of the important festivals in Rajasthan mainly in the city of Alwar and it is celebrated with great joy. This festival is a tradition of Rajsathan and depicts the affluence of cultural and traditional values and believes of the state. This Matasya festival is known for its social and cultural heritage, funfairs and colorful customs.

To experience the real values of the festival varieties of exhibitions, competitions, sports, folk music, songs and dances are performed during the festival. The festival is celebrated for two days with utmost fun and enthusiasm. People from all over the Rajasthan as well as outside come to attend this unique festival in Alwar. The Matsya festival is believed as a festival to show respect to the forefathers and their culture.




How to Reach:

By Air: Sanganer Airport at Jaipur is the nearest airport in Rajasthan about 162 km from Alwar. Jaipur International Airport is well connected to rest of India. While the nearest airport to Alwar is Indira Gandhi International Airport which is about 145km away in Delhi. Delhi Airport is one of the major international airports of India visited by a number of national and international flights and airlines. Jaipur Airport connect mostly all major cities of India while having very few international airlines. Whereas Delhi Aiport has number of airlines connecting both Indian and International Cities.
By Rail: Alwar Railway Station is visited by number of trains from Delhi and South India. Some of the important train connections are Shatabdi Express (New Delhi – Alwar – Ajmer) Superfast Express (New Delhi-Alwar – Ajmer); intercity Express (Delhi Sarai Rohilla – Alwar – Jaipur); Mandore Express (Delhi Sarai Rohilla – Alwar – Jodhpur) . There are around 34 trains starts or passes through Alwar junction every day.
By Road: One can easily reach Alwar by Road from Delhi and Jaipur. Alwar is well connected to cities in Rajasthan and Delhi. NH 48 passes through Alwar connecting Delhi to Alwar. There are a number of buses from Delhi to Alwar. Jaipur is about 165 km away from Alwar and is well connected via road. There are a number of bus services to Alwar from Jaipur and Delhi. Both private and govt buses operate in the route to Alwar.