Bharatpur- The Favorite Bird Retreat

Bharatpur is considered as the Eastern Gateway to Rajasthan. Bharatpur is popular for its bird sanctuary-the Keoladeo Ghana National Park - finest in Asia rich avian variety. Every year the rare Siberian cranes come to spend the winter in the warmer climate of Bharatpur. 

Of the remnants of the royal past remains the marvellous Bharatpur Palace housing a rich repository of a large number of ancient exhibit that date back to the early 15th century.

General Information 

Area : 22 sq. km. 
Altitude : 250 metres 
Climate Summer : 45.0 degree C(Max.) 37.0 degree C(Min) Winter : 31.7 degree C(Max.) 7.0 degree C(Min) 
Rainfall : 69 cms. 
Clothing Summer : light tropical Winter : light woolen 
Languages : Rajasthani, Hindi, English 
Best Season : October-February.

Excursions: Deeg(32 km): Once the summer resort of the rulers of Bharatpur, it served as the second capital of the region. This interesting town is strewn with massive fortifications , stunningly beautiful gardens, magnificent palaces and a colourful bazaar. 

Deeg used to be the royal summer resort of the rulers of Bharatpur. It served as the second capital of the region. It is dotted with a number of forts, palaces and gardens--well known for their spectacular architectural splendour. The gardens have beautiful tinking fountains and the aura exudes a majestic Mughal style. The palaces worth visit are Gopal Bhavan and Suraj Bhavan.