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About Dungarpur Travel
 Huddled in the foothills of the Aravali, Dungarpur has a fascinating landscape
of an array of wild and rugged terrain in the northeast to fertile plains
of alluvial soil in the southwest. Two rivers the River Mahi and the River
Som flow through the area. Rawal Veer Singh founded Dungarpur in 1282 A.
D., when he took over this part of the state from Bhil Chieftain Dungaria.
The area is rich in teak, mahua, mango and Khajur trees. Dungarpur is
also noted for its wildlife variety - jackal, jungle cat, Indian fox,
hyena, black-faced monkey, porcupine, common mongoose are the common inhabitants.
The commonly seen bird variety includes partridges, peafowl, quails, cuckoos,
eagles and vultures. Various migratory birds also visit the area during
the winters.
Dungarpur is famed for its unique style of architecture as seen in its
palaces and noble residences. These royal residences are adorned by 'jharokhas'
built in stone in a unique style typical of the area developed during
the reign of Maharawal Shiv Singh (1730-1785 A. D.) The district gold
and silversmiths are renowned for lacquer painted toys and picture framing.
Dungarpur Climate
Summer 430 C Mean. 260C
Winter Max.250 CMeanMin90 C
Rainfall. 47 - 76 cms.
Dungarpur Sightseeings
Juna Mahal
The 13th century seven-storied structure resembles a fortress
with crenulated
walls, turrets, narrow entrances and corridors to slow down the enemy. The
splendid interiors embellished with beautiful frescoes, miniature paintings
and glass and mirror work, make it an impressive creation. One requires
prior permission of the resident royal family to visit the Palace.
Gaib Sagar Lake
A famous shrine of Shrinathji lies along the lake. The shrine is a conglomeration
of several exquisitely built temples with one main temple. The Vijay Raj
Rajeshwar Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva is an architectural splendour
and a fine example of craftsmanship of the sculptors or shilpkars of Dungarpur.
Govt. Archaeological Museum
The museum houses a fine collection of ancient statues.
How to Reach Dungarpur
Train : It is connected to Udaipur and Ahmedabad. The Railway station
is 3 kms from the city. Some important train connections are Himatnagar-Dungarpur-Udaipur
Road : National Highway No.8 which runs between Delhi and Bombay
passes through the district for a total distance of 31 kms. The State Highway
passes through the district viz. Shirohi - Ratlam highway .
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