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City of Dholpur boasts of a rich history that fascinates every visitor. It was established by a small time ruler named Dhawal Deo who named the city Dholpur was a relatively small kingdom but had a very turbulent history, the reason being its strategic location on the main route linking Kabul to Delhi. Besides, its proximity to some powerful cities like Gwalior, Agra and Bayana attracted many rulers who wished to take advantage of its strategic location. The brave rulers of Dholpur always did their best to resist every attempt to subjugate them, however, the city regularly suffered at the hands of the invading forces. From Sikander Lodi in 1501 AD to Babur in 1526 AD, Dholpur was repeatedly attacked by neighboring kings and was almost razed to the ground. During Humayun's rule, the site of Dholpur town was moved northwards to avoid erosion by the river Chambal.
Two important Mughal wars were fought near Dholpur, the first being the one when Aurangzeb defeated his brother Dara Sikoh in 1658. The second was a war of succession fought between Aurangzeb's sons in 1707 AD.
History of Dholpur
History is the heritage of Dholpur that this city shares proudly with the world. Having its existence since the age of Gautam Buddha, Dholpur has been ruled by several great dynasties. The foundation of old city was laid in 700 AD by Raja Dholan Dev Tomar while his descendent Raja Dhawal Deo established the new city in 1050 AD. Later, Tomars lost their empire to Jadu Dynasty of Karauli. During the era of 1500 AD, it came under the rule of Delhi Sultanate after Sikander Lodi captured Dholpur in 1502.
He made it the base for developing cantonment and fort for his military forces. Then, came the rule of Mughals and Dholpur again became the prominent seat for their empire. Mughals ruled here for a long time and after death of Aurangzeb, Dholpur was occupied by Bhadauria Dynasty. Bamraulia rulers also reigned over Dholpur for a long time during British Raj. It remained a part of Rajputana Agency till 1947.
Geography of Dholpur
At an elevation of 177 m above sea level, Dholpur is situated along the Chambal River. Thus, it has its share of deep ravines and low hills spread across its landscape. It has rich reserves of red sandstone. Dholpur is flanked by Uttar Pradesh towards its eastern and north- eastern sides. While it has Madhya Pradesh separated by Chambal River in South direction, Bharatpur district lies in its northwest and Karauli district towards west. Its rich landscape has gifted Dholpur with picturesque waterfalls, lakes, and wild life sanctuaries.
The city of Dholpur has been witness to extremity of climate with blistering hot summers. The temperature during this season rises tremendously. It has even risen to 50 degrees Celsius in the past. With fringe of summer heat, the city is equally smacked by cold waves in winters. Temperatures fall down to zero and minus levels during the months of December and January
How to Reach
Rail: Well connected, from Delhi it is 230 Kms, from Agra it is 50 Kms and Gwalior 66 kms Road: Situated on main NH3, and is 240 Kms from Delhi, 54 kms from Agra and 65 Kms from Gwalior
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