BHARATPUR

GENERAL INFORMATION

Area		22 Sq km.
Altitude		250 Meters
Best season		October-February
Languages		English, Hindi, Rajasthani
Climate	Max	Min
Summer	45°c	37°c
Winter	31.7°c	21.9°c
Clothing	Summer	Winter
	Light tropical	Light Woollen

Bharatpur is located about 55 km away from Agra via road, on the Jaipur highway. This little town is an eastern gateway to Rajasthan. The Bharatpur palace is home to a large number of exhibits dating back to the early 15th century. However, Bharatpur is primarily known for its proximity to the Keoladeo ghana National Park (commonly known as Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary), which has the largest concentration and variety of birdlife across Asia. This 29 sq. km sanctuary is also the breeding ground for the Siberian Cranes.

TOURIST PLACES

KEOLADEO GHANA NATIONAL PARK, BHARATPUR

Every year, thousands of resident and migratory aquatic birds are attracted to the magnificent aquatic plant and animal life of Bharatpur in the shallow, freshwater marsh. It is well-recognized for its recorded history of 10 decades of duck shoots. An enormous range of 374 species belonging to 56 families, is housed within the 29 sq. km area of the National Park.

HOW TO GET THERE

By Air- Agra 56 km is the nearest airport.

By Rail- Regular rail services connect Bharatpur with several cities.

By Road- Bharatpur is connected by road with the major cities of India. Some important distances are