THE CITY PALACE
AT
ALWAR
The City Palace is situated in Alwar district of Rajasthan State of India.
The City Palace of Alwar is known as
the Vinay Vilas Mahal. It is standing huge in the heart of Alwar City of
Rajasthan. The City Palace, of Alwar, was built up by Raja Bakhtayar Singh in
the year 1793.
The prehistoric city of Alwar is settled at
the slopes of the Aravalli Hills has converted into a crowded trade center in
recent times. But its rich history has left many examples through many temples,
forts, tombs, gardens and palaces.
Alwar is the best place where you can take a relaxed
walk through the many forts and tombs that depicts the picture of olden
times.The monument of City Palace of Alwar gives you a perfect example of the
Indo Islamic architecture.
It is a huge
monument, which can be entered through an entrance with projecting balconies on
either side. Jai Pol, Suraj Pol, Laxman Pol, Chand Pol, Kishan Pol and Andheri
Gate are some of the entry gates. Beyond the gate lies an open ground with
Krishna temples on all four sides.
In
the golden Durbar Hall at the City Palace there is a raised platform upon which
rests a gold and velvet throne. On the walls and ceiling of the palace there is
a fabulous collection of murals and mirror work can be seen. The City Museum,
located on the upper floors of the Palace has a splendid range of miniature
paintings of the Alwar School.
Alwar is a historic city and the best thing to do
here is go fort-hopping. It has some magnificent forts like the Neemrana fort
and Bala Qila. You can go shopping in Alwar for saris and jewelry.
The Alwar
festival and Matsya festival held here are great events that showcase
Rajasthani music and culture. A wildlife safari at the nearby Sariska tiger
reserve is a must for wildlife enthusiasts.
