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Gwalior - Historical Place of India

Gwalior is the rich musical city of MP (Madhya Pradesh), India. Gwalior is just 122 kms distant from Agra, whereas Bhopal is situated at 423 km distance.

Gwalior Fort is world-famous and people are reaching the spot throughout the year. History behind the fort permits people to study concerning the several hands controlled the Gwalior fort and the city at different periods. Tomaras rulers administered the city in 8th century, though Mughal came in this period and got the Gwalior under their region. In 1754, great Marathas ruled the city and later Rani Lakshmi Bai; Tatiya Tope and East India Company ruled the Gwalior city.

Gwalior is famous for educational centers as well like IITM (Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management), IITTM (Indian Institute of Travel and Tourism Management), Madhav Institute of Technology and Science (MITS), Scindia School, and LNIPE (Laxmibai National Institute of Physical Education). The big five government universities situated in Gwalior are Jiwaji University, RVSAU (Rajmata Vijyarahe Scindia Agriculture University), MMST (Maharaja Maan Singh Tomar music and arts university), LNU (Laxmibai National University of Physical Education) and IIITM. ITM University and Amity are two private universities of Gwalior city having numerous branches in different cities of India.

This fourth-largest city of MP is offering countless places for tourism. Gwalior is a strong cultural heritage with plenty of historical Indian tourist places. Gwalior is also known for birth of Indian classical music. Tourist will see the difference by walking the street in the night as many people of Gwalior start singing and doing practices. This musical city has given many big singers to Indian musical industry. The big name in Hindustani classical music singer is Tansen, who was from Gwalior. Vocalist Onkarnath Thakur was also from Gwalior.

Tourist destinations of Gwalior:

Maharaj Bada: must-visit place of Gwalior having the largest market of the city. 7 different ancient structures of diverse styles such as Chinese, Italian, Mughal, Russian, Rajputi, makes the spot different from other markets.

Gopachal Parvat: this is the town hall positioned on the hilly land Gwalior. It includes exclusive sculptures of Jain Tirthankaras. Here tourist will also see the world’s largest idol of Lord Parshvanath seated on a lotus. The height of idol is 47 feet, and the breadth is 30 feet. The sequence of 26 statues of Jain Gurus is also special about this place.

Tomb of Rani Lakshmi Bai: another tourist place for visitors is the tomb of Rani Lakshmi Bai who was the freedom fighter from Gwalior. This Indian queen laid her life in 1857 in Gwalior fighting against British Government.

Municipality Museum: next spot for a tourist is a municipality museum of Gwalior positioned at small distance from the tomb of Rani Lakshmi Bai.

Sun Temple (Vivsvaan Mandir): recently constructed Sun temple is the also special place of Gwalior. It is sited near the residency of Morar.

Jai Vilas Palace: This Mahal is turned as a museum of Scandia’s. The worth seeing antique's sets placed in the museum is special. Here tourist will see the world’s biggest chandelier.

Gwalior Trade Fair: the biggest fair of India started in 1905 is conducted in Gwalior. It was begun by Maharaja Madho Rao, one of the rulers of Gwalior.

Shyam Vatika: other spots to visit in Gwalior is Shyam vatika, which is the world's largest indoor banquet hall.

Tansen's Tomb: Tansen is having a very important role in Mughal Empire and his tomb situated in the city is special with the musical kind of architecture. Tansen was awarded many times for his music, and he was recognized as the gem of Mughal Ruler Akbar.

Gaus Muhammad's Tomb: other tombs to visit is Gaus Muhammad's tomb.

Gwalior Fort: Gwalior is mainly famous for fort, which is beautifully constructed by the rulers of Gwalior. Babar expressed this fort as the pearl of India, which is isolated on rock. Gwalior fort is the largest fort of India.

Gujari Mahal: the palace constructed in 15th century is another special monument for visitors. This palace was structured by King Mansingh Tomar to express his love to Gujar Queen, Mrignayani. Worth seeing the statue of Shalbhanjika is special in this Mahal. Though, it is open after the special permission from the museum's curator.

Saas-Bahu Temple: A temple constructed in 9th is placed in Gwalior. The artistic value of this temple makes is special and tourist from native plus other states are reaching Gwalior to pray in the temple. Visitors get puzzled by the name of this temple, which actually means temple of Shashtra Bahu that is another name of Lord Vishnu.

Teli Ka Mandir: a temple which is also known as Telangana Mandir is situated in Gwalior. The inimitable structural design of the temple makes it diverse from other shrines of the city.

Roop Singh Stadium: the international level of cricket ground is also situated in Gwalior. Approximately, 10 ODI (One-Day International) matches being conducted in this stadium.

Zoo: those who love watching animals can visit the zoo of Gwalior. The inimitable collection of animals which include White tiger and many other wild animals is special for visitors.

Tiger Dam: this dam is situated on the external area of the city. Tiger dam is the special place for a picnic, and tourist can enjoy the Sank River's side with some amazing natural views.

Attaining to Gwalior through

Air: Gwalior is having a big international airport, though frequent domestic flights are available from Delhi and many other cities of India to reach Gwalior.

Rail: the big rail network of Gwalior connects the city with Delhi, Jhansi, Agra and many other big cities of the country.

Road: Roads of MP are somehow disturbed but reaching Gwalior.

Few Interesting Pictures of Gwalior

Alwar

Alwar is the metropolis and administrative headquarters of District Alwar, Rajasthan. People who love adventure should visit this Indian tourist place as it is positioned with high hills of Aravali. The closest big metro city near Aravali is Delhi with 160 km distance only. Next easy connected city is Jaipur, which is just 150 km.

Alwar is the place where the India's highest temperature of 50.6 °C was recorded on 10th May, 1956 so tourist can judge this as a hottest place of India.

Background of Alwar: The Alwar was established by Pratap Singh, a very well-known rajput ruler of the Kachwaha ancestry. He found the city in 1770, though his son surrenders the British and Alwar was ruled under English rulers. According to history, many rulers ruled Alwar at different periods, so there is a big list of rulers and ample of wars in this place. Tourist will get the countless proofs of the fights fought by different kinds of Marathas, Rajput, British and other casts.

Some of the known rulers of Alwar state were Pratap Singh Prabhakar Bahadur (ruled from 1775 to 1791), Bakhtawar Singh Prabhakar Bahadur (ruled from 1791 to 1815), Bane Singh Prabhakar Bahadur (ruled from 1815 to 1857), Sheodan Singh Prabhakar Bahadur (rulded from 1857 to 1874), Mangal Singh Prabhakar Bahadur (ruled from 1874 to 1892), Jai Singh Prabhakar Bahadur (ruled from 1892 to 1937), Tej Singh Prabhakar Bahadur (ruled from 1937 to 1971). However, the kinds and their kingdom are over now but still the Maharaja of Alwar is present, and the present king is Jitendra Pratap Singh Prabhakar Bahadur.

Alwar is rich with numerous mineral resources such as marble, felspar, granite, dolomite, lime stone, quartz, soap stone and barites. These minerals are transferred to many other states of India and also being exported to countless countries.

Visiting the attractions in Alwar:

Alwar Fort: The Alwar fort which is also known as Bala Quila is best thing to watch in Alwar. Here tourist will see ample of proofs of fights of different rulers at diverse periods. However, tourists have to take special permission from SP of Alwar to enter the fort.

Sariska Tiger Reserve: this is the tiger reserve national park situated in the Alwar district. The straight road of this reserve will reach to the Sariska Palace which is one more spot for a tourist. Dry deciduous forests and rocks with grasses are special things to watch at reserve. Earlier, this region was used for hunting the tiger by the British and Indian rulers.

Siliserh Lake: this Lake is a stunning in looks spread in 7 Kms area. However, tourist has to travel for 165 Km from New Delhi to reach this lake of Alwar region. It was built by King Vinay Singh in 1845, and reason was to provide the water to the city in summer season. The magnificent view of hills from the lake is astonishing so tourists are definitely going to enjoy this spot of Alwar.

Jagannath Temple: this lord Vishnu temple is special with Marathas architectural design. Jagannath temple is constructed in old city of Alwar where a tourist can also watch the local old market of the city. The Rath Yatra in this temple is special moment, and people are reaching the spot from throughout the country to watch this Yatra.

Narayani Mata Temple: this shrine is just 14 kms away from Siliserh Lake so a tourist can enjoy the lake and get blessings from Mata for better future. This place is the holiest pilgrimage site of Alwar, and people are reaching the temple for complete year.

Ajabgarh: next place to visit is Ajabgarh, which is 21 kilo meter away from the Alwar city. Ajabgarh is famous for temples of Shri Ranghnath Dev Ji.

There are loads of more tourist spots in Alwar district like Bharathari, Bhangarh, Naldeshwar, Karni Mata Temple, Pandupole, Taal-Vraksh, Saagar, Jaysamand Lake, Barrod - Fort & Rundha and Old Sikar Gaha.

Attaining Alwar

By Air: The bordering airport to reach Alwar is New Delhi Airport, which are just 163 kms distant from Alwar.

By Road: road is the best way to reach Alwar as the Rajasthan roads are clean and properly maintained. The direct buses from Delhi, Bharatpur, Sariska, Deeg and Jaipur are available all time so tourist can hire the bus for Alwar.

By Rail: The closest big railway network is Delhi. Other stations directly connected to Alwar are Jodhpur and Mumbai so a tourist can get the buses from such spots.