Alwar is nestled between a cluster of small hills of the Aravali
range. Perched on the most prominent of these hills is a massive ancient fort
that whispers tales of the rich history of the city. Alwar is also known as
"The Tiger Gate of Rajasthan".
Once an ancient Rajput state, formerly known as Mewar, Alwar was nearest to
the Imperial Delhi. The people of the state did not accept any external interference
and daringly resisted against foreign invasions. In the 12th and 13th centuries
they formed a group and raided Delhi. But finally Sultan Balban (1276-A.D.-
1287a.D.) suppressed them, bringing the area under the a Muslim rule. In 1771
A.D. Maharaja Pratap Singh, a Kuchhwaha Rajput belonging to the clan of Jaipur's
rulers, won back Alwar and founded a principality of his own. Apart from its
long history, the city has a rich natural heritage with some beautiful lakes
and picturesque valley thickly wooded in parts.
Some of the finest variety of birds and animals are spotted here. Alwar has
one of the finest wildlife sanctuaries in Rajasthan - Sariska, which is an excellent
tiger country.
General Information
Area : 44.76sq.mm
Climate : mean max mean Min.
Summer : 37.00C 24.00C
Winter
: 31.00C 11.00C
Rainfall : 62cms.
Best Season : September-February
Clothing : Summer Light tropical Winter Light woolen
Language : Rajasthan, Hindi, English.
