Rajasthan
Deeg district
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Destinations
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Sights
Where to go
Sights to see
Fort Madhogarh
“Fort in Madhogarh”
Fort Madhogarh a historic fort located in Madhogarh Village, 42 km from Jaipur, off the Jaipur - Agra highway. It was built by Madho Singh of the Kachhwaha Rajput clan and later granted as a hereditary estate to Thakur Pratap Singh of the Bhati clan by Maharaja Sawai Ram Singh II. The fort is historically linked to the 1787 Battle of Tunga and was converted into a heritage hotel by the descendants of Thakur Bhawani Singh in 2000. Known for its Rajput architecture and panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, it now offers restored suites and hospitality services.
Deeg Palace
“Historical monument in Rajasthan, India”
Deeg Palace is a historical monument in Deeg district in the Indian state of Rajasthan built in the 18th century as a luxurious summer resort by the rulers of the Bharatpur State. It was strategically positioned near Agra and served as a refuge during invasions. It is the only Hindu-style palace in North India and it is a perfect blend of Mughal and Rajput architecture. The palace was in use until the early 1970s and currently it is preserved as a monument by the Government of Rajasthan.
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Photo credits
- Deeg Palace: LRBurdak · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons