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Alwar Excursions Sariska
Palace :
A Marvelous palace was built here by Maharaja Jai Singh in
the honor of the Duke of Edinburgh during his visit to the sanctuary. Presently,
it has been converted into a hotel-Sariska palace, RTDC Hotel Tiger Den also offers
excellent accommodation at Sariska. The best time to drive in the sanctuary is
form sunrise till sunset.
Vijai Mandir Palace (10km) :
A
splendid palace built by Maharaja Jai Singh in 1981 A.D. A picturesque lake overlooking
the palace makes it a fascinating sight. A fabulous Sita Ram Temple in the palace
attracts number of devotees, especially during Ramnavami. One needs prior permission
form the secretary to visit the palace.
Silliserh Lake and Palace Hotel
(13km):
An ideal picnic spot with enhancing landscape of wooded hills
and beautiful chhatris on the embankment of the 10.5sq.km placid lake. A magnificent
royal palace and the hunting lodge, built by Maharaja Vinay Singh in 1845 A.D.
for his queen Shila stands overlooking the lake. Now converted as the Hotel Lake
palace. It offers boating and sailing facilities and is a delight for the trigger-happy
photographs and film makers.
Sariska (37km) :
The 765.80
sq km thickly wooded reserve cradled in the picturesque valley of Aravalis. Established
in 1955, it is an excellent tiger sanctuary under the project Tiger. The dry deciduous
forest of the Reserve are noted for their population of tiger, nilgai sambhar,
cheetal, four horned antelope and wild boar.
Jai Samand Lake (6km)
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A beautiful artificial lake constructed by maharaja jai singh in
1910A.D. Popular spot for outings and picnics. During monsoons sprawling greenery
all round makes it a visual treat. Easily accessible by road from Alwar.
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