Tuesday, October 23, 2007

BHARATPUR –MIGRATORY BIRDS

Bharatpur is a city in the Indian state of Rajasthan; was founded by Maharaja Suraj Mal in 1733.
The city and the fort of Bharatpur were founded in early 17 th century.
Maharaja Suraj Mal the great ruler of this region made Bharatpur a formidable place by building the wall around the city.
But today Bharatpur is well –known for the Keoladao National Park or Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary.
In this bird sanctuary scores of rare birds come here during winter season including the famous Siberian Crane. Over 200 species of birds have made the bird sanctuary as their homes.
Naturally this place of great interest for the ornithologists who stay here for days and months to study and record their studies watching the birds. This is also a place for the great interests for the naturalists who simply love the nature and birds.
The bird sanctuary is a protected place and declared as a World Heritage Site.
The sanctuary hosts the Siberians Crane apart from other birds like shelducks, gulls, shovelers, coots and other common found birds.
Thee are other place of interest too, like Lohgadh Fort ( Iron Fort), built in 18 th century, it withstood the wear of time and attacks of British .
The government museum has traditional artifacts, carved sculptures and ancient inscriptions that tell the story of the culture prevailed here.
Bharatpur palace is a magnificent example of fusion of Mogul and Rajput architectural style.


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