Places to See in Kishangarh

Places to See in Kishangarh The charm of this enticing city lies in exemplary Mughal and Rajput style of architecture. Forts and temples in Kishangarh are a sculptural wonder. With an enriching culture and fascinating architecture, the city will leave you with a spectacularly indelible experience!

Kishangarh Fort
Kishangarh fort is a Mughal and Rajput styles of architectural masterpiece. The fort was built by Maharaja Roop Singh in 1649 and is popularly known as Roopangarh fort, after the name of its ruler. Kishangarh fort is situated at about 27kms away from the Ajmer Main City. The fort presents an exquisite display of the grandeur of both the solemn styles of architecture. The nine turreted fortifications of fort encompass within it numerous granaries, battlements, armories, foundries and jails. The intricate cravings that adorn the walls and ceilings augment the beauty of the architecture and make it one of the biggest architectural marvels of Ajmer.

The fort is enveloped by a deep moated wall which makes it one of the most formidable forts of Rajasthan. In fact, Kishangarh fort is one of the very few unconquered forts in the Rajput history. The Kishangarh fort has played a significant role in promoting art, music, architecture and poetry and enriching the culture of Rajasthan. There is a magnificent lake abutting the walls of the fort with a large number of rare birds thronging over the lake and their sweet chirping soothing the ears. It develops into a picturesque landscape with an invigorating ambiance. The Kishangarh fort attracts thousands of tourists every year from all over the world.

Phool Mahal Palace
Phool Mahal Palace, built in 1870, is another architectural marvel located within the boundaries of the Kishangarh Fort. It is situated at the centre of the city and is also known as Flower Palace. It served as a royal palace for the Rathore Maharajas. It presents an impeccable example of the opulence and splendour of the lifestyle of Rathore Rajputs. The royal palace has now been converted into a heritage hotel for tourists. The hotel is very well equipped with all modern day amenities and facilities. The guests can avail different facilities like library, jogging tracks, laundry service, and many more at this boutique hotel.
The tourists can also savour diversity of delicious cuisines such as Indian, western and Chinese; and can also relish Rajasthani music, dance and art being frequently performed at the hotel. The guests can avail the opportunity of learning yoga with the help of yoga classes held at the hotel and rejuvenate themselves. The interiors of the hotel are embellished with beautiful paintings and the ancient royal and British furniture. The walls of the palace are covered with ravishing murals and magnificent frescoes. The beautiful courtyard and dazzling fountains will fill your heart with utter delight. You can here feel the breath of fresh air and immerse yourself in the breathing view of the surroundings. The lovely paintings and gardens bring sheer ecstasy. The fort also displays some incredible miniature paintings of the 18th century. The roof of the fort gives panoramic view of the Kishangarh town. Dive into the mesmerizing beauty and sculptural wonders of the Phool Mahal Palace and Kishangarh Fort!

Navagraha Temple
At the heart of the town, is located a Navagraha Temple- a temple for all nine planets. It is said that it is the only such place for temple dedicated to nine planets in the whole world.

Khoda Ganesh Ji Temple
Located 15 Km from Kishangarh in Ajmer District, Khoda Ganesh Ji Temple is a temple dedicated to Lord Ganapati. It is one of the very ancient temples in the town. It was constructed by the Kishangarh royal family around 250 years ago and is considered to be a very holy place in the town. Newly married couples are often seen visiting this temple to seek Lord Ganesha’s blessings. The temple attracts large number of local people on Wednesdays as it is considered to be the Lord Ganesha’s day.

Barefoot College, Tilonia
Barefoot College, popularly known as Social Work and Research Centre (SWRC) is a non-governmental voluntary organisation (NGO). It is situated in a small village near Kishangarh on Kishangarh-Jaipur Highway named Tilonia. The organisation mainly deals in issues of sustainability and empowerment. Its core working areas include skill development, education, health, women empowerment, drinking water and electrification through solar power for the upliftment of the rural people. It was founded by the renowned social worker Bunker Roy in 1972 and is registered under the name of ‘Friends of Tilonia Inc’. Since its inception, the village has become a model for all nearby villages to boost social and economic development of the rural areas.

Pitamber ki Gaal
Pitamber ki Gaal is a historical place in Silora, near Kishangarh. It is about 250 years old and holds historical significance. One of the most beautiful places in Kishangarh marble city, it gives a very serene and green landscape view. It attracts multitude of tourists every year.

Gondulav Lake
Gondulav Lake was once used for drinking water as well as for recreational activities under the support of the princely state of Kishangarh. This has now become a site for wastewater disposal and facing a critical threat for its sustenance. The deterioration of water quality and eutrophication are assuming alarming proportions and the causes for such deterioration can be attributed to the negligence and casual attitude of the people concerned, with the gradual development of the urban population.