Karauli historical places
The small rural town of Karauli shares its borders with Madhya Pradesh, Dausa, Dhaulapur and Sawai Madhopur. With considerably plentiful environmental wealth and breathtaking picturesque splendor, Karauli has turned into a popular hot destination with tourists calling on Rajasthan. Countless great antiquated shrines, beautiful decorated havelis and imprinted chatrris dot the whole city. The flawless merger of the classical panache of Mughal buildings with cheerful insignia and elaborate carved stone work echo the true old Rajasthani elegance of construction.
Sightseeing Places in Karauli, Rajasthan Bhanwar Vilas Palace
Maharaja
Ganesh Pal Deo Bahadur, the great monarch of Karauli, got the ancient
fortress built in the year 1938. It was preordained to function as the
palatial house of the old regal family. Classical buildings with royal
panache and antique historical fittings in the spacious interiors are
some of the main basic qualities of the Bhanwar Vilas Palace. Recently
partially transformed into a rich heritage hotel, it still privately
accommodates the wealthy imperial clan of Karauli.
City Palace
Arjun Pal built the palace, along with the town, in the 14th century. However, little or nothing of the original can now be seen. What you do see is the structure erected by Raja Gopal Singh in the 18th century. He chose to adopt the Delhi style of architecture – the abundance of red sandstone in Karauli, similar to that used in Delhi, made the rendering easy. The more embellished additions came in the 19th century. White and off-white stones have been used very becomingly, painted upon with bright blues, reds, browns and oranges. From the terrace atop the palace, you can see the town laid out by the River Bhadrawati below, and the ravines and hills beyond.
Kalyanji Temple
Kalyanpuri,
the former name of the city of Karauli, clearly results from the name
of the supreme deity Kalyanji who has been rendered a great status of
central significance among the 300 odd temples dispersed in and about
Karauli. The temples of Madan Mohanji and Kalyanji are considered two of
the most vital temples amid the large number of worshippers with the
latter exceptionally considered to be the great guiding power behind the
well-being and considerable development of the city.
Chhatri of Raja Gopal Singh
The chhatri of Raja Gopal Singh, outside the Nadi Gate leading out of the palace to the river below, is stunningly adorned with frescoes. Dayanand Saraswati, the 19th century reformer and founder of the Arya Samaj, is said to have given a sermon here.
Kaila Devi Sanctuary
The Kaila Devi Wildlife Sanctuary begins right after the temple and runs along both sides of the road all the way to Karanpur, and further on to join the Ranthambhore National Park. Chinkaras, nilgai, jackals and leopards are to be found here, as are birds such as sandpipers and kingfishers.
The small rural town of Karauli shares its borders with Madhya Pradesh, Dausa, Dhaulapur and Sawai Madhopur. With considerably plentiful environmental wealth and breathtaking picturesque splendor, Karauli has turned into a popular hot destination with tourists calling on Rajasthan. Countless great antiquated shrines, beautiful decorated havelis and imprinted chatrris dot the whole city. The flawless merger of the classical panache of Mughal buildings with cheerful insignia and elaborate carved stone work echo the true old Rajasthani elegance of construction.
Sightseeing Places in Karauli, Rajasthan Bhanwar Vilas Palace
Maharaja
Ganesh Pal Deo Bahadur, the great monarch of Karauli, got the ancient
fortress built in the year 1938. It was preordained to function as the
palatial house of the old regal family. Classical buildings with royal
panache and antique historical fittings in the spacious interiors are
some of the main basic qualities of the Bhanwar Vilas Palace. Recently
partially transformed into a rich heritage hotel, it still privately
accommodates the wealthy imperial clan of Karauli.City Palace
Arjun Pal built the palace, along with the town, in the 14th century. However, little or nothing of the original can now be seen. What you do see is the structure erected by Raja Gopal Singh in the 18th century. He chose to adopt the Delhi style of architecture – the abundance of red sandstone in Karauli, similar to that used in Delhi, made the rendering easy. The more embellished additions came in the 19th century. White and off-white stones have been used very becomingly, painted upon with bright blues, reds, browns and oranges. From the terrace atop the palace, you can see the town laid out by the River Bhadrawati below, and the ravines and hills beyond.
Kalyanji Temple
Kalyanpuri,
the former name of the city of Karauli, clearly results from the name
of the supreme deity Kalyanji who has been rendered a great status of
central significance among the 300 odd temples dispersed in and about
Karauli. The temples of Madan Mohanji and Kalyanji are considered two of
the most vital temples amid the large number of worshippers with the
latter exceptionally considered to be the great guiding power behind the
well-being and considerable development of the city. Chhatri of Raja Gopal Singh
The chhatri of Raja Gopal Singh, outside the Nadi Gate leading out of the palace to the river below, is stunningly adorned with frescoes. Dayanand Saraswati, the 19th century reformer and founder of the Arya Samaj, is said to have given a sermon here.
Kaila Devi Sanctuary
The Kaila Devi Wildlife Sanctuary begins right after the temple and runs along both sides of the road all the way to Karanpur, and further on to join the Ranthambhore National Park. Chinkaras, nilgai, jackals and leopards are to be found here, as are birds such as sandpipers and kingfishers.