Dungarpur Travel Guide
Huddled in the foothills of the Aravali, Dungarpur has a fascinating landscape of an array of wild and rugged terrain in the northeast to fertile plains of alluvial soil in the southwest. Two rivers the River Mahi and the River Som flow through the area. Rawal Veer Singh founded Dungarpur in 1282 A. D., when he took over this part of the state from Bhil Chieftain Dungaria.
The area is rich in teak, mahua, mango and Khajur trees. Dungarpur is also noted for its wildlife variety - jackal, jungle cat, Indian fox, hyena, black-faced monkey, porcupine, common mongoose are the common inhabitants. The commonly seen bird variety includes partridges, peafowl, quails, cuckoos, eagles and vultures.
Various migratory birds also visit the area during the winters. Dungarpur is famed for its unique style of architecture as seen in its palaces and noble residences. These royal residences are adorned by 'jharokhas' built in stone in a unique style typical of the area developed during the reign of Maharawal Shiv Singh (1730-1785 A. D.) The district gold and silversmiths are renowned for lacquer painted toys and picture framing.
Sight Seeing In Dungarpur :- The 13th century seven-storied structure resembles a fortress with crenulated walls, turrets, narrow entrances and corridors to slow down the enemy.
Dungarpur Excursions :-Dungarpur excursions consist of some of the finest towns near the city. Excursions around Dungarpur, Rajasthan are a sort of must see for those visiting the city.
Fairs & Festivals In Dungarpur :-Baneshwar Fair is organized in the month of January-February from Magh Shukla Ekadashi to Magh Shukla Poornima. The name of the fair has been kept on the Shiva Lingam in the Mahadev temple of Dungarpur, Rajasthan. Majority of the people attending the fair are Bhils, a tribal community of Rajasthan.
How To Reach Dungarpur :-Train is connected to Udaipur and Ahmedabad. The Railway station is 3 kms from the city. Some important train connections are Himatnagar-Dungarpur-Udaipur
By Air
The nearest airport is Udaipur, approx 110 Km from Dungarpur.
By Train
The nearest railway station from Dungarpur is Ratlam (Madhya Pradesh), which is 80 km away and connected to major cities and towns of the country.
By Road
A network of roads connects Dungarpur to cities and towns of Rajasthan and North India. State transport as well as private bus service is easily available for different cities and towns.
The area is rich in teak, mahua, mango and Khajur trees. Dungarpur is also noted for its wildlife variety - jackal, jungle cat, Indian fox, hyena, black-faced monkey, porcupine, common mongoose are the common inhabitants. The commonly seen bird variety includes partridges, peafowl, quails, cuckoos, eagles and vultures.
Various migratory birds also visit the area during the winters. Dungarpur is famed for its unique style of architecture as seen in its palaces and noble residences. These royal residences are adorned by 'jharokhas' built in stone in a unique style typical of the area developed during the reign of Maharawal Shiv Singh (1730-1785 A. D.) The district gold and silversmiths are renowned for lacquer painted toys and picture framing.
Sight Seeing In Dungarpur :- The 13th century seven-storied structure resembles a fortress with crenulated walls, turrets, narrow entrances and corridors to slow down the enemy.
Dungarpur Excursions :-Dungarpur excursions consist of some of the finest towns near the city. Excursions around Dungarpur, Rajasthan are a sort of must see for those visiting the city.
Fairs & Festivals In Dungarpur :-Baneshwar Fair is organized in the month of January-February from Magh Shukla Ekadashi to Magh Shukla Poornima. The name of the fair has been kept on the Shiva Lingam in the Mahadev temple of Dungarpur, Rajasthan. Majority of the people attending the fair are Bhils, a tribal community of Rajasthan.
How To Reach Dungarpur :-Train is connected to Udaipur and Ahmedabad. The Railway station is 3 kms from the city. Some important train connections are Himatnagar-Dungarpur-Udaipur
By Air
The nearest airport is Udaipur, approx 110 Km from Dungarpur.
By Train
The nearest railway station from Dungarpur is Ratlam (Madhya Pradesh), which is 80 km away and connected to major cities and towns of the country.
By Road
A network of roads connects Dungarpur to cities and towns of Rajasthan and North India. State transport as well as private bus service is easily available for different cities and towns.
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