The city of Alwar is referred to as the gateway to the historic and colorful state of Rajasthan, which is located in the northwestern part of India. However, it is more than a mere gateway to the rich cultural treasure that lies beyon d: Alwar has its own heritage, which goes back to the mythological legends of the Mahabharata.
It lies 170 km south of Delhi and is 150 Km from Jaipur. It is flanked by the barren hills of the Aravali range. The climate of Alwar is temperate, but compared to other cities and towns of Rajasthan it is not too hot. Summers can be hot (April-June) but winters are cool and pleasant (November-February). The cragged hills that surround Alwar protect it from being too hot in summers.Alwar has had a chequered history and has been a witness to many rules and rulers. It offers the traveler many sites of historical importance. The ride on the special train, the Fairy Queen is an added attraction of Alwar. The Bala Quila (Fort) and the sprawling city palace complex or Viney Vilas Mahal are main tourist attractions of Alwar. The lake beside the city palace is a good tourist spot. The government museum is located within the city palace complex. The tomb of Tarang Sultan is another place to visit.
Hotel Sariska Palace, Alwar :
Hotel Sariska Palace stands proud of its royal and historic origins. The palace, designed by a French architect in 1892, was built under the patronage of Maharaja Jai Singh of Alwar to commemorate the visit of Queen Victoris's son, the Duke of Connaught. Its glorious past as the Royal Hunting Lodge lends itself perfectly to its present as a luxurious Heritage hotel. The Palace itself, fully restored, is an interesting melange of old world hospitality and modern comfort. Surrounded by rich and colourful traditions, visitors to the palace are gauranteed an experience full of intriguing sights, sounds and smells. The ruins of many ancient cities that lie close by make interesting excursions. remains of old monuments, historic temples, Buddhist and jain Sculptures stand as reminders to Rajasthan's checkered past.
Amanbagh Resort, Alwar :
Amanbagh Resort is set in the midst of the Aravalli hills near Alwar. It depicts Mughal architecture and the area is rich in early Hindu civilization. According to the epic Mahabharata, the five Pandavas spent their last years in exile in the area near he resort. Amanbagh is one of the 5 star accommodations of the city which has all the modern facilities.
Neemrana Fort Palace, Alwar :
Built in 1464 AD, Neemrana Fort-Palace is among India's oldest heritage resorts. It is Rajasthan's closest palace from New Delhi, situated at 122 kms. on the Delhi-Jaipur highway - only 100 kms from Delhi's international airport. Sited on a majestic plateau, concealed in a horseshoe formation of the billion year old Aravalli ranges. Neemrana became the third capital of the descendants of Prithviraj Chauhan III, who was killed in battle by Mohammad Ghori in 1192 AD. This picturesque site was chosen by Raja Rajdeo and Neemrana derived its name from a brave local chieftain Nimola Meo, who when defeated by the Chauhans, pleaded that his name be given to his lost kingdom.
Holl Fort, Alwar :
The origins of the seven-turreted Hill Fort of Kesroli are traced back to over six centuries. It is reputed to have been built by the Yaduvanshi Rajputs, descendants of Lord Krishna, who converted to Islam in the mid - 14th century to be called Khanzadas. It subsequently changed hands, being conquered by the Mughals and the Jats before reverting to the Rajputs in 1775 when the princely state of Alwar was founded. It saw its golden period under the Ranawat Thakur Bhawani Singh (1882-1934), renowned for his equestrian skills. Located in the heart of the 'golden triangle', Kesroli is almost equidistant from the tourist sites of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. These include the Sariska tiger sanctuary, the Ghana bird sanctuary, Kankwadi fort, the mounments of Tijara, Rajgarh, Machari, Viratnager, Deeg, Bharatpur, the Jat mud fort of Govindgarh, the ancient city of Mathura and its renowned museum.
Ankur Hotel, Alwar :
Ankur Hotel is one in the group of five hotels owned by five brothers in Alwar. It is located at Manu Marg and is at a distance of 2 km from the railway station. The bus stand is just half a kilometer away. The complete address of Ankur Hotel is Thangavel 60, Kulasekara, Alwar It is the safest bet for budget accommodation. The rates of the rooms vary from Rupees 200 to 600. Good services are provided at economic rates.
Aravali Hotel, Alwar :
Aravali Hotel is one of the leading hotels of Alwar. It is located in the center of the town. Aravali Hotel is a partially air-conditioned hotel. Rajasthan is known for its hospitality, so following that ritual the friendly environment of hotel staff and the services available will help you to make your visit more comfortable and exciting. The homely environment of the Aravali hotel is its main attraction. It is like a home away from home.
