Dungarpur
Dungarpur is in a city in the southernmost part of Udaipur Division, Rajasthan, India.
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The historical town has been the seat of the erstwhile Dungarpur State. The Rajput royals ruled from here from 13th century to the independence of India in 1947.
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Get around
[edit]Autorickshaws are the other main local mode of transport. Shuttles are available for transport in the city. Taxis are available near Gaip Sagar Lake. Private vehicle is the most convenient option.
See
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Map of Dungarpur
- 1 Juna Mahal (Old Palace). 10AM-4PM. A former royal residence on the foothill. Accessed by narrow crowded road up the hill. Early Rajput fort palace built from 13th to 19th century by different rulers. It has seven floors decorated with local green stone called pareva, murals, frescoes, mirror and glass inlays. The palace is fortified and represent the evolution of architecture, art and construction from 13th to 19th century. Poorly maintained but worth a visit. Buy tickets at Udai Bilas Palace and then go here. ₹350.
- 2 Badal Mahal. A pleasure palace built on the bank of Gaip Sagar Lake. Now converted into small museum of royal items and stone sculptures. Free.
- 3 Naulakha Bawdi. An old stepwell built in 1586 by Premal Devi, wife of Maharawal Asakaran of Dungarpur State. Surrounded by forest area. Free.
- 4 Nanabhai Park. A small park on the bank of Gaip Sagar Lake for good view of the lake
- 5 War Museum. A small museum on army above a gate
- 6 Shrinathji Temple. Old Vaishnava temple with large statue of Shrinathji.
- 7 Udai Bilas Palace. An 20th century Indo-Sarasenic architecture palace. Residence of Dungar State royals. Open for guests and visitors. ₹250.
- 8 Dungarpur Mews Car Museum (Next Udai Bilas Palace). A collection of vintage cars and other artifacts by the royals of Dungarpur ₹250.
- 9 Bird Sactuary Park and Flower Garden.
- 10 Fatehgadi. Located on the hillock near the city. Gives fantastic view of the city and Gaip Sagar Lake
- 11 . Small city garden
- 12 Shaheed Smarak Park. Small city park
Do
[edit]- 1 Boating in Gaib Sagar Lake. ₹150 for 15min.
Buy
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[edit]Try local Rajasthani cuisine, especially Dalbati.
- 1 Sagar Hotel and Restaurant, Opp. Bus Station. Multi-cuisine restaurant ₹1000 for 4 person.
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[edit]- 1 Sub Post Office.