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Nestled at the foothills of the Aravalis in the state of Rajasthan in India, the rural town of Dungarpur is famous for its architecturally marvelous temples and palaces. With the blue waters of the Gaibsagar Lake at its heart, and 2 magnificent rivers – Mahi and Som flowing through the region, Dungarpur is a beautiful town that must be explored on your tour to Rajasthan. Indianholiday offers online information and bookings for Tours to Dungarpur Rajasthan.
Once a stronghold of the Bheels – a tribe whose history of inhabitation in the Aravalli range is believed to date back to 4000 B.C, Dungarpur was initially the village of Dungaria – a Bheel chief. It is believed that Rawal Veer Singh assassinated Dungaria and established the town of Dungarpur sometime around 1282. The rulers of Dungarpur claim to be descendants of the Rajput house of Mewar.
Dungarpur in Rajasthan features an amazing landscape. While on tours to Dungarpur Rajasthan, you will encounter the wild and rugged terrain in the northeast of the town on one hand, and the fertile plains of the southwest on the other. Besides, the scenic beauty of the town is further enhanced by the rivers Mahi and Som flowing through it.
The landscape of Dungarpur in Rajasthan is dominated by teak, mahua, mango and khajur trees. Tours to Dungarpur Rajasthan will also provide you opportunities to spot a wide variety of wildlife inhabiting the hills, including jackal, jungle cat, Indian fox, hyena, black-faced monkey, porcupine, common mongoose, among others. You can also spot bird species like partridges, peafowl, quails, cuckoos, eagles, and vultures on your Dungarpur tour.
The beautiful palaces and noble residences dotting the town are exemplary specimens of ancient architecture, and hence, worth seeing on Tours to Dungarpur Rajasthan. Some of the must visit sites on any Tour to Dungarpur in Rajasthan include:
Udai Bilas Palace :– the royal residence named after Maharawal Udai Singh II. The palace features intricately sculptured pillars, bracketed windows and marvelous arches and showcases the grand magnificence of Rajput architecture.
Juna Mahal :– a seven storey place built in stages between the 13th and 18th centuries.
Rajmata Devendra Kunwar State Museum :– a Government-run museum that displays artifacts dating back to the 6th century
Deo Somnath Temple :– located about 25 km to the north of Dungarpur, this historic temple dates back to the 12th century.
Galiakot :– a Muslim pilgrimage destination located about 50 km to the south east of Dungarpur.
Baneshwar :– the small delta at the confluence of 3 sacred rivers, the Mahi, Som and Jakham. The week long Baneshwar Fair held here in January-February, draws numerous tourists to embark on tours to Dungarpur Rajasthan. During the fair, prayers are offered to Lord Shiva, who is locally named as Baneshwar. The religious fair is marked by the pomp and fervor of traditional folk performances, Raslila, animal show, magic show, acrobatic feats, etc.
How to Reach Dungarpur:
By Air :– The nearest airport to Dungarpur is at Udaipur (110 km).
By Rail :– The nearest railway station is at Ratlam in Madhya Pradesh, about 80 km from Dungarpur. Ratlam is well connected with major cities in India.
By Road :– Dungarpur can be reached by road from Udaipur.
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