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GWALIOR |
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Over the
centuries, Gwalior became a city of immense importance and was a continual scene of
intrigue and clashes with neighbouring powers. It's strategic location was patronized by
many mighty rulers, making it the birthplace of many dynasties, each leaving its own
indelible mark over the city. Gwalior is known as city of Scindias. the last rulers of
Gwalior and city of palaces, temples and monuments. |
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AREA:
82.22 Sq Km. ALTITUDE: 212.4 Mts.
Temperature: Summer Max 46.0C Min 21.0C, Winter Max 22.0C Min
6.0C
BEST SEASON: The ideal time to visit Gwalior September-March.to February.
March onwards it starts getting warm with May and June being very hot. July and August are
monsoon months. Mid-September can also get occasional downpours.
Clothing : Summer-Cottons , Winter - Woolen
STD Code : 0751
Reaching Gwalior
Gwalior is 318 Kms from Delhi and is well connected by rail, road and air.
PLACES OF INTEREST (KM FROM RAILWAY STATION)
Gwalior Fort: The Fort dominates the city and the road winding upwards to
the Fort is flanked by statues of Jain Tirthankaras carved into the rock face. Within the
fort are some marvels of medieval architecture.
Gujari Mahal now converted into an archaeological museum housing rare antiquities,
some of them dating back to the 1st century A.D. (Closed on Mondays). Man Mandir Palace
where a Son-et-Lumerie show is held every evening, Suraj Kund, Teli Ka Mandir and Saas
Bahu Ka Mandir.
Ghaus Mohammed's Tomb: The sandstone mausoleum of the Afghan Prince, designed on early
Mughal lines, has screens as delicate as lace. |
Sun Temple:
This newly constructed Sun Temple takes its inspiration from the famous Konark
Sun Temple in Orissa.
Jai Vilas Palace and
Museum: Residence of the Scindia family, this is an Italian style structure, 35
rooms in the palace have been converted into the Jiyaji Rao Scindia Museum. (Closed on
Mondays) |
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| Tansen's Tomb:
Tansen, one of the nine jewels of Akbar's court, lies buried in Gwalior. His tomb is the
venue of a music festival held in November-December. |
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EXCURSIONS:
Shivpuri(112 Km):This quaint little town used to be the summer capital of the
Scindia rulers of Gwalior. A natural choice obviously, with its luxuriant forests and
hilly environs. There is a National Park here, the Madhav National Park, which not
only provides sanctuary to the wildlife but to the avifauna as well. |
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There are
beautiful carved cenotaphs erected in memorium by the Scindia rulers. Also worth visit are
the Madhav Vilas Palace, George Castle, Bhadaiya Kund and Sakhya Sagar Boat Club.
Datia(69 Km): Known in Mahabharata as Daityavakra, Daita is known
for its seven-storied palace of Raja Bir Singh Deo. This structure is a unique example of
17th century architecture. And if you happen to be a temple freak, do visit the Gopeshwar
temple.
Orchha(120 Km):Lying on the road to Khajuraho, Orchha is famous for
its palaces and temples built in the 17th and 18th centuries. Once the capital of the
Bundela Rajputs, later under Mughal rule, some of its palaces contain murals of the
Bundela school. Particularly worth visiting are the Jehangir Mal, built to
commemorate Emperor Jehangir's visit in the 17th century; the Chaturbhuj Mandir and the
Lax Mandir.
TOURIST OFFICE:M.P.S.T.D.C., c/o Hotel Tansen, 6-Gandhi Road, Gwalior.
Tel:(0751) 340370/342606
TRANSPORT: Taxis, auto-rickshaws, bicycle rickshaws and city buses are
available to suit all budgets.
COMMUNICATIONS: Public Call Office(CO) / STD / IDS / and Fax facilities
are available throughout the city. Currency Exchange facilities are available in
the nationalized banks. |
| ACCOMMODATION -Gwalior |
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Welcomegroup Usha Kiran
Palace(Heritage), Lashkar, Tel: 323993 Fax:321103, Mumbai Contact Tel: 2821121/0923
Tariff: From RS. 2100/- to RS. 4000/-. |
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Hotel Gwalior Regency, New Bus Stand
Road, Tel: 340670-74 Fax: 343520, Tariff: From RS. 750/- to RS. 1000/- |
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Regal Hotel, M.L.B. Road, Tel: 334469,
331649 Tariff: From RS. 200/- to RS. 425/- |
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Hotel Shelter, Padav, Tel: 326209-11
Tariff: RS. 500 to RS. 800. |
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Hotel Tansen (MPSTDC) 6, Gandhi Road, Tel:
342606, 340370 Tariff: RS. 300/- to RS. 990/-.Mumbai Contact: Tel: 2187603 (MPSTDC) |
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