Nestled amid the Aravali hills, the Alwar city was among all the Rajput principalities the closest to the capital conundrum Delhi. The magnificent desert city has been a witness to brave battles and turbulent wars under the Rajput rule. Alwar is home to not only warm hearted and hospitable residents but also a number of forts and palaces, heritage hotels, luxury hotels and so on. The epicenter of cultural heritage of Rajasthan, Alwar also pays homage to its brave soldiers, and houses a variety of wildlife, especially the tigers and leopards. Home to the real tigers, splendid lakes and valleys, Alwar is also famous as 'The Tiger Gateway to Rajasthan'.

History of Alwar
Once a Rajput state, Alwar later went inot the ruling hands of Muslims in the 12th and 13th centuries. Under the covetous rule of Sultan Bulban, the city grew as a centre of art and culture. Later the same heritage center came under the rule of Rajput king Maharaja Pratap Singh who laid down the foundation of the new alwar, the city that we see today. 

Hot Attraction of Alwar
Alwar Tour Guide will make you visit the many places of interests in the city of Alwar without which Alwar tour is almost incomplete. Besides, splendid Forts & Palaces in Alwar, you can also enjoy the historical retreat into the museums of Alwar, the government museum and experience a peaceful retreat in the tranquilities of the lush green gardens. Places you must visit in Alwar:

Alwar Excursions
The thick deciduous forests of Alwar make up for wonderful wildlife safaris and excursions. The most prominent Excursions in Alwar are:

Sariska Tiger Reserve
Known for tigers, nilgai sambhars, cheetals, four horned antelopes and wild boars, Sariska Tiger Reserve is one of the liveliest wildlife sanctuaries which house a variety of tigers and leopards. Besides, you can witness the splendor of Sariska palace, now converted into a heritage hotel.

Vijai Mandir Palace
The awe-inspiring palace was built in the year 1981; it not only attracts maximum devotees but also a number of tourists. It is at a distance of 10 kms from Alwar.
Silliserh Lake and Palace Hotel
13 km from Alwar, the picturesque siliserh lake surrounded by beautiful thick forests will let you in the tranquiliites of nature, a peaceful retreat into the lap of nature. On the banks you can also witness the glorious and majestic regal palace complete with the hunting lodge.
Hotel in Alwar

One of the major tourist destinations of Rajasthan, Alwar is also home to a number of heritage hotels and luxury hotels adorned with the most sophisticated luxuries of all times. These hotels have in their vicinities all the major tourist places of Alwar. Alankar Hotel, Amanbagh, Aravali Hotel, Atlantic Hotel, Hotel Alwar, Hotel Maharaja Palace, Imperial Hotel, Jhankar Hotel, Neemrana Fort Palace, Shakti Tourist Complex, The Hill Fort, Natraj Hotel and many other hotels offer the best facilities and excellent accommodation.

Alwar Travel Guide
While you plan a tour to Rajasthan always ensure that a tour to Alwar is also in the package. Best to be visited in the month of October to March, Alwar encompasses in it all the hot attraction which would sweep the earth away from your feet and will let you in a dream world of ancient Rajasthan, a world of splendor and luxury. You can reach Alwar, Rajasthan via:

• Air -- The nearest airport to Alwar is Delhi Airport (163 kms)
• Rail -- The railway network connects Alwar with Delhi, Jodhpur, Mumbai and other important tourist cities of India
• Road –- You can catch a deluxe or a normal bus from Jaipur to Alwar,or from other major destinations like Delhi, Sariska, Bharatpur, Deeg and Jaipur.

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