11 Places To Visit In Bharatpur

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1. Bharatpur National Park

7 km from city center

National Park

Now known as the Keoladeo National Park, Bharatpur National Park is a famous avifauna sanctuary and a bird watching paradise listed among UNESCO's World Heritage sites. The 29 km reserve is locally known as Ghana and is a mosaic of dry grasslands, woodlands, woodland swamps, and wetlands. These diverse habitats are home to 366 bird species, 379 floral species, 50 species of fish, 13 species of sn (Read More)akes, 5 species of lizards, 7 amphibian species,7 turtle species, and a variety of other invertebrates. Every year thousands of migratory waterfowl visit the park for winter breeding.

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1 km from city center

Forts & Palaces

Located at Bharatpur in Rajasthan, the Lohagarh Fort indeed stands true to its name and has survived solidly and battled the attacks of military forces as well as the ravages of time for centuries. The fort was constructed by the Bharatpur Jat rulers. Maharaja Suraj Mal used all his power and wealth to a good cause and built numerous forts and palaces across his kingdom, one of them being the famo (Read More)us Lohagarh Fort. The monument is an architectural marvel that has especially captures the interests of architecture students and historians.

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34 km from city center

Temple

Considered to be one of the holiest towns in the state of Uttar Pradesh, Vrindavan houses a beautiful temple that is dedicated to Lord Krishna. Shri Bankey Bihari Mandir, established by Swami Haridas, a guru of the famous singer, Tansen shelters the image of Lord Krishna in the "Tribhanga" posture. This temple was constructed in 1864 and worships Lord Krishna in the form of a child or more accurat (Read More)ely called "Nand Gopal". Situated in close proximity to the Radhavallabh temple, Banke Bihari temple constitutes one among the 7 temples of Thakur of Vrindavan. Banke translates into "bent in three places" and Bihari means "Supreme Enjoyer" and therefore the image of Lord Krishna is seen to be bent in three places.

33 km from city center

Town

Located at a distance of around 32 kms from Bharatpur in Rajasthan, Deeg is a tiny town dotted with majestic fortifications, splendid palaces, pretty gardens and beautiful fountains. Once the summer capital of the rulers of Bharatpur, Deeg is now popular for its historical opulence, religious significance and annual fairs and festivals.

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5. Dholpur Palace

70 km from city center

Forts & Palaces

Dholpur Palace, better known as Raj Niwas Palace, is a magnificent heritage palace of the 19th century. Lately converted into a heritage hotel, the regal palace has a total of 40 rooms segregated in three different categories depending on the needs of the guests. Surrounded by beautiful peacock gardens, the palace is an ideal weekend getaway destination.

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34 km from city center

Temple

Laxman Temple in Bharatpur is a historic shrine, believed to be around 400 years old, situated in the heart of the city’s bustling market area. Dedicated to Lord Laxman and his wife Urmila, the temple also houses smaller Ashtadhatu (eight-metal) idols of Ram, Bharat, Shatrughan, and Hanuman. Known for its striking Rajasthani architecture with ornate carvings, arches, and detailed stone work, it re (Read More)mains a prominent center of worship and cultural heritage.

7. Band Baretha

36 km from city center

Town

Constructed by Raja Ram Singh, Band Baretha is a tiny village 44 kms from Bharatpur. Formerly known as Shreepast and Shri Prasastha, the highlight of Band Baretha is the namesake dam which is built on the Kukand river. The dam is the largest of its kind in all of Bharatpur and provides drinking water to Bharatpur and several adjoining villages.

4.0 /5

1 km from city center

Shopping Market

Shopping in Bharatpur offers a vibrant blend of traditional Rajasthani crafts and everyday essentials. The city’s local markets like Kesav Mandir Road and Suraj Kund Bazaar are great for browsing colorful textiles, block-printed fabrics, brassware, and handcrafted jewelry. For authentic souvenirs, head to the Craft Center near Lohagarh Fort, where local artisans sell pottery, leather goods, and me (Read More)enakari items. While prices are negotiable, quality is generally good, making shopping here both enjoyable and rewarding.

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2 km from city center

Temple

Ganga Mandir, also called Ganga Maharani Temple, stands in central Bharatpur and is dedicated to Goddess Ganga. Built between 1845 and 1937 under Maharaja Balwant Singh’s lineage, it features a striking marble idol of Ganga atop a crocodile and a four-foot statue of King Bhagiratha. Architecturally significant, its two-storey structure blends Rajput, Mughal, and South Indian styles with elaboratel (Read More)y carved pillars and gates depicting Krishna, Shiva-Parvati, and Laxmi-Narayan. The temple exudes spiritual calm and invites devotees year-round, especially during Ganga Dussehra and Ganga Saptami festivals. A quiet boating pool beside the temple adds a soothing recreational dimension to this ornate spiritual site.

1 km from city center

Museum

Government Museum Bharatpur, located within the historic Lohagarh Fort, was established in 1944 in what was once the fort’s administrative building. The museum houses an impressive collection of archaeological artifacts spanning from the 1st to the 19th century, including stone sculptures, terracotta items, ancient coins, inscriptions, miniature paintings, traditional crafts, and royal weapons. Vi (Read More)sitors can also explore galleries dedicated to local wildlife specimens, musical instruments, textiles, silverware, and personal effects of the former princely rulers.

0 km from city center

Fairs & Festivals

Brij festival or brij mahotsav is a popularly celebrated festival in the Brij region of Bharatpur, three days before Holi celebrations. Celebrated in the month of march, the pump and vigor of this occasion is for the devotion of Lord Krishna. The true essence of the city can be observed during this time as people of all ethnic cultures come together to celebrate the eternal devotion in Lord Krishn (Read More)a. The most unique feature of this festival is the Rasila dance. Durange that auspicious day, people take a dip in the holy water of Banganga river which is believed to be a very process of purification.

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What are the top sightseeing places in Bharatpur?

The top sightseeing places in Bharatpur are Bharatpur National Park, Lohagarh Fort, Banke Bihari Temple, Bharatpur Palace & Museum, Shopping in Bharatpur, Ganga Mandir.

How much does a package cost for Bharatpur?

The packages for Bharatpur start at INR 7500 which can be further customized based on number of people, days, hotel category, vehicle type and customizations. You can have a look at all packages here

How can I commute within Bharatpur?

Autos and tongas are the most widely used mode of transport within the city. Cabs are also available. Cycle Rickshaws are authorised to take you inside the National Park as well.
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Places To Visit In Bharatpur

11 Places To Visit In Bharatpur

1. Bharatpur National Park

2. Lohagarh Fort

3. Banke Bihari Temple

4. Deeg, Bharatpur

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5. Dholpur Palace

6. Laxman Temple

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7. Band Baretha

8. Shopping in Bharatpur

9. Ganga Mandir

10. Government Museum

11. Brij Festival

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