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The legends say that the place was named as Bharatpur after the name of Bharat, the brother of Lord Rama, whose other brother Laxman was worshipped as the family deity of the Bharatpur rulers, Laxman's name is engraved onthe state arms and the seals. The city and the fort have been believed to be founded by Rustam, a Jat of Sogariya clan. Maharaja Surajmal took over from Khemkaran, the son of Rustam and established the empire. He fortified the city by building a massive wall around the city. More




Bharatpur Places of Interest: Keoladedo National Park, The Lohagarh Fort, Government Museum, Jawahar Burg and Fateh Burg, The Palace. More

Bharatpur Excursions: DEEG(34 km) North of Bharatpur is this beautiful garden town, the gardens have been laid with great care and precision, the sparkling foundtains and meticulous palaces add to the beauty of this idyllic retreat of the princes of Bharatpur. The tourist enjoy the charming settings of this agricultural town, along with the well preserved palace pavilions and gardens. More

Fairs & Festivals of Bharatpur: Gangaur Festival, Teej, Brij Festival, Jaswant Exhibition. More