Jhalawar Village
The princely state of the Jhalas created in 1838 AD, after being separated from Kota by the British. It is best explored by foot within the city and a horse safari in the outskirts as Jhalawar boasts of rich natural wealth, with flora and fauna as active. Since it is situated at the edge of the Malwa Plateau it has rocky but water laden verdant landscape unlike much of Rajasthan, with some exquisite pre-historic cave paintings, massive forts, thick woody forests, exotic wild life variety and a lush country side which has Red poppy fields, orange laden orchards making it look fascinating and colourful during winters.
Jhalawar village is a part of the Kota city in Rajasthan. It was formed by the Jhala community of the region in the year 1838 AD. Though small in size but the village has lots to offer in terms of its rich flora and fauna and abundant natural wealth. It is located on the Malwa plateau on the western side of Rajasthan and has woody forest, preserved wildlife, ancient forts and palaces and temples. Jhalrapatan is the major tourist attraction of this village. This place gives an insight to a collection of quite old aged temples built centuries of years ago.
Places to see in Jhalawar
Jhalawar Fort (Garh Palace)
The impressive fort in the centre of the town presently houses the collectorate and other district office. Some exquisite paintings and mirrors on the walls of ‘ zanana khas’ are of particular interest. Permission to see these painting can be obtained from the offices located here.
Government Museum
One of the oldest museums of Rajasthan established in 1915 A.D., it has a fine collection of paintings, rare manuscripts, idols and beautiful statues of Lakshminarayan.Vishnu, Krishna, Ardhanarishvar, Natraj and Trimurti.
Bhawani Natya Shala
Close to the fort is the most unusual theatre in India. It was constructed in 1921 A.D. where Parsi theatre was performed initially The building has been recently revived and offers an excellent insight into the theatre art.
Gagron Fort
The impressive fort, built over several centuries ( 8th to 14th centuries A.D.) stands witness to many great battles and is surrounded by the tranquil waters of the ahu and kali sindh rivers on the three sides. A beautiful mausoleum of a sufi saint Mitheshah just outside the fort is the venue for an annual colorful fair held during the month of Muharram.
Buddhist Caves and Stupas
The ancient Buddhist caves located in the village Kolvi. A colossal figure of buddha and the carved stupas are the most impressive structures in the caves.
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