Dungarpur

PRIME SITES

Udai Bilas Palace: The royal residence named after Maharawal Udai Singh II, a patron of art & architecture, the palace is a veritable example of the Rajput architecture ornate with intricately sculptured pillars and panels, impressive balconies, bracketed windows and marvellous arches.

Juda Mahal: The 13th century seven storeyed structure resembling a fortress with crenellated walls, turrets, narrow entrances and corridors to slow down the enemy. The splendid interiors embellished with beautiful frescoes, miniature paintings and glass and mirror work, make it an impressive creation.

One requires prior permission of the resident royal family to visif the Palace.

Gaib Sagar Lake: A famous shrine of Shrinathji lies along the lake. The shrine is a conglomeration of several exquisitely built temples with one main temple.

The Vijay Raj Rajeshwar Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva is an architectural splendour and a fine example of craftsmanship of the shilpis of Dungarpur.

 Govt. Archaeological Museum: .The museum houses a fine collection of ancient statues


EXCURSIONS

Baneshwar (60 kms): At the confluence of the Som and Mahi rivers, stands the Baneshwar Temple with a Shiva lingam. Nearby is the Vishnu temple, believed to be built on the spot where Mavji, an incarnation of Lord Krishna, meditated. Another noteworthy temple is the Brahma temple - a spacious two storeyed structure with exquisitely carved pillars and gateways.

The temple is the venue of an annual fair.

Deo Somnath (24 km): A splendid 12th century temple of Lord Shiva built in. white stone, the temple has imposing turrets. The brilliant juxtaposition of huge stone s!abs to create this impressive edifice epitomises the craftsmanship of the ancient time.

Galiyakot (58 km): Once the capital of Parmars, this tiny village is renowned for its magnificent shrine of'Sayed Pakhruddin. Thousands of devotees throl1'g here during the Urs. The shrine is beautifully decorated and illuminated for the occasion.

The Jain temples closeby are also worth a visit.

Baroda (41 km): An erstwhile capital of Vagad, the village has some beautiful temples. Of particular note are the old Shiva temple in white stone and an ancient Jain temple whose black wall has exquisitely carved image of the 24 tirthankaras.

Bhuvaneshwar (9 km): A famous temple of Lord Shiva is situated here and is the venue of a colourful fair held on the fifth day after Holi. Gair dance by the Bhils is the major highlight of the fair.

Poonjpur (37 km): A beautiful temple dedicated to Mavji preserves the manuscript of a book - 'Chopra', written by Mavji and an idol of  Nishkalank riding a horse.


FESTIVE FUN

Holi: Gair dances by tribals wearing colourful dresses and carrying swords, arrows and sticks are the major attraction.

Baneshwar Fair: On the full moon day ­Magh Shukla Purnima (Feb.), thousands of Bhils from Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat and Rajasthan gather at the confluence of the Mahi and Som rivers for a sacred dip. It is an occasion to worship, sing and dance. Magic shows and acrobatic displays add interest to the celebrations.

Bar Bij Fair: Held a month after Diwali on the occasion of Bar Bij, it is an important celebration of the district. The Bhils in their traditional finery, dance, sing and make merry.


TRAVEL INFORMATION HOW TO GET THERE

Air: Nearest Airport is in Udaipur (120 kms). and Ahmedabad Airport is just 175 kms. away.

Rail: It is connected to Udaipur and Ahmedabad. The Railway station is 3 kms from the city. Some important train connections are: 9643 Express (Himatnagar-Dungarpur-Udaipur); Mewar Pass. (Himatnagar-Dungarpur-Udaipur)

Road: National Highway No.8 which runs between Delhi and Bombay passes through the district for a total distance of 3 I kms. The State Highway passes through the district viz. Sirohi-Ratlam highway.

Udai Bilas Palace: Single and double room suites are also available. Udai Bilas Palace - a running Heritage Hotel offers facilities which includes picnic lunch spots at ancient fort ruins, folk concerts of tribal dances, boat trips at Gaib Sagar Lake and birding excursions to nearby lakes.

In the city near Bus Stand, budget class Hotels are available. Hotel Pratibha Palace with single and double rooms, Tel. : 2675. Hotel Vaibhav with single and double rooms, Tel. : 2678. Hotel Pushpanjali with single and double rooms.


GENERAL INFORMATION

Area: 3780 sq. km.

Climate: Mean Max. Summer: 43.0°C Winter: 25.0° C
                Mean Min.  Summer: 26.0°C Winter: 9.0° C

Rainfall: 47 - 76 cms.

Clothing: Summer: Light Tropical
                  Winter: Light Woollen

Best Season: Oct.-Feb.

Languages: Rajasthani, Hindi, English.

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