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Sariska Palace :
A Marvelous palace was built here by Maharaja Jai Singh in the honor of the
Duke of Edinburgh during his visit to the sanctuary. Presently, it has been
converted into a hotel-Sariska palace, RTDC Hotel Tiger Den also offers excellent
accommodation at Sariska. The best time to drive in the sanctuary is form sunrise
till sunset.
Vijai Mandir Palace (10km) :
A splendid palace built by Maharaja Jai Singh in 1981 A.D. A picturesque lake
overlooking the palace makes it a fascinating sight. A fabulous Sita Ram Temple
in the palace attracts number of devotees, especially during Ramnavami. One
needs prior permission form the secretary to visit the palace.
Silliserh Lake and Palace Hotel (13km):
An ideal picnic spot with enhancing landscape of wooded hills and beautiful
chhatris on the embankment of the 10.5sq.km placid lake. A magnificent royal
palace and the hunting lodge, built by Maharaja Vinay Singh in 1845 A.D. for
his queen Shila stands overlooking the lake. Now converted as the Hotel Lake
palace. It offers boating and sailing facilities and is a delight for the trigger-happy
photographs and film makers.
Sariska (37km) :
The 765.80 sq km thickly wooded reserve cradled in the picturesque valley of
Aravalis. Established in 1955, it is an excellent tiger sanctuary under the
project Tiger. The dry deciduous forest of the Reserve are noted for their population
of tiger, nilgai sambhar, cheetal, four horned antelope and wild boar.
Jai Samand Lake (6km) :
A beautiful artificial lake constructed by maharaja jai singh in 1910A.D. Popular
spot for outings and picnics. During monsoons sprawling greenery all round makes
it a visual treat. Easily accessible by road from Alwar.
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