Tourist Places in Karauli

The small city of Karauli that has recently caught the attention of tourists is an exquisite home to well decorated havelis, peaceful shrines, picturesque views and imprinted chhatris that dot the entire city. This beauty of a place in Rajasthan shares its borders with the heart of India, Madhya Pradesh and is surrounded by Dausa, Dholpur and sawai Madhopur in Rajasthan. This city resonates with Mughal architectural panache and is world renowned for its pale red sandstone that surrounds the entire city with strong and sturdy wall. Apart from its royal history, Karauli offers its visitors a rural and tranquil ambience with warm and hospitable behaviour, echoing the true old Rajasthani culture.

About Karauli History
According to the legends of Mahabharata, the Karauli city was founded in 995 AD by the 88th descendant of Lord Krishna, Raja Bijai Pal Jadon who was the Jadon Rajput. And officially the city was founded in 1346 AD by the Yaduvanshi Rajput, Raja Arjun Pal. The city’s Maharaja maintains a military force of 281 cavalry, 1640 infantry, and 56 guns, and is entitled to a salute of 17 guns (as of 1892). Then later the British laid on the city and ruled till 1947. There are many history time stories hidden in the deep of the city and you can explore & sense the old time stories by visiting the Karauli Tourist Places and by watching the ruins of that time.

Kaila Devi Temple - Kaila Devi temple is a hindu religion temple, known to be one of the 9 Shakti peeths of goddess Durga. Located on the banks of Kalisil river at a distance of 23 km from the Karauli city.

Gufa Temple - Gufa temple is believed to be the original temple of Kaila Devi. The native and foreign tourists are requested not to venture into this region as this forest area is dotted with wild animals. This temple falls under the jungle of the Ranthambore. The devotees walk nearly 8–10 km from the town in order to reach this temple and have darshan.

Kaila Devi Sanctuary - Near the Kaila Devi temple their is Kaila Devi sanctuary which has Chinkaras, Nilgai, Jackal and Leopardswith bids like Sandpipers and Kingfishers. It spreads upto Ranthambhore National Park and is a perfect picnic spot.

City Palace Karauli – Built by the Arjun Pal, founder of Karauli in 14th century, now cty palace only has some remains. The structure which one can see in the name of city palace was erected by Rajas Gopal Singh in the 18th century. City Palace of Karauli has many colors as red, white and off-white stone were used in its construction and painted with bright colors.

Madan Mohan Temple - Located near the city palace, Madan Mohan temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It is believed to be auspicious to visit Govingji, Gopinathji temple of Jaipur and Madan Mohan temple on the same day. Jaipur is at 160 km or 3.5 hr distance from Karauli. Temple timings are 4 – 11:30 am, 6:30 – 9 pm in summers and 5 am – 12:30 pm , 5:30 – 8 pm in winters.

Karauli Cattle Fair - On the day of Maha Shivratri festival, Karauli cattle fair is organised where thousands of cattle accumulate in Karauli’s Mela Gate area. There are competitions which provides entertainment and a chance to pick up the best cattle. There are other items other than cattle to buy in the fair. Visitors can find here Nagauri bead necklaces, Jodhpuri brasware and horn decorations. Fair timings are 6 am to 7 pm in the month of february at Mela gate of Karauli city.

How to Reach Karauli
By Air : The nearest airport is Jaipur, linked with metro towns Delhi and Mumbai, approximately 160 km from the heart of the city.
By Rail : Nearest railhead, Gangapur City, an hour before Sawai Madhopur, is well-connected to Delhi and Mumbai by the Golden Temple Mail and the Paschim Express, and to Kolkata by the Howrah-Jodhpur Express.
By Bus : Karauli is a short way off NH 11, which links Agra to Jaipur.