| Bharatpur |
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| Highlights |
| One of the finest bird parks in the world, Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary (Keoladeo Ghana National Park) is a reserve that offers protection to faunal species as well. Nesting indigenous water- birds as well as migratory water birds and waterside birds, this sanctuary is also inhabited by Sambar, Chital, Nilgai and Boar. More than 300 species of birds are found in this small wildlife park of 29-sq-kms of which 11-sq-kms are marshes and the rest scrubland and grassland. Keoladeo, the name derives from an ancient Hindu temple devoted to Lord Shiva which stands at the centre of the park. 'Ghana' means dense, referring to the thick forest which used to cover the area. |
Sightseeing |
| Major Wildlife Attractions: |
| The major attractions of tourists visiting the park are the numerous migratory birds, which come from as far away as Siberia and Central Asia and spend their winters in Bharatpur before returning to their breeding grounds. Migratory birds at Bharatpur bird sanctuary include several species of Cranes, Pelicans, Geese, Ducks, Eagles, Hawks, Shanks, Stints, Wagtails, Warblers, Wheatears, Flycatchers, Buntings, Larks and Pipits, etc.
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Other Travel Attractions
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Bharatpur Government Museum:
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| One of the major attention grabber after the Bharatpur sanctuary is Government Museum of Bharatpur which provides a glimpse of the past royal splendour of Bharatpur.
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Bharatpur Palace:
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| Not far from the museum is the Bharatpur Palace and marvelous structural blend of Mughal and Rajput architecture.
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Lohagarh Fort:
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| The invincible Lohagarh Fort which remained unconquered despite several attacks by the British regime.
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Deeg Palace:
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| Situated just 32-kms away from Bharatpur is the Deeg Palace. A strong and massive fortress, Deeg Palace was the summer resort of the rulers of Bharatpur and houses numerous beautiful palaces and gardens.
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How to reach there
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| Bharatpur is well connected to air, rail and roadways. The nearest domestic Airport is Agra, which is 54 kms away and the nearest international Airport is Delhi which is 184 kms. Bharatpur is also well connected to roads. Jaipur is 176 kms and Alwar is 117 kms.
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The Birder's Inn
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Package Cost per Person:
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| Room Category |
Adult in Twin |
Extra Adult |
Child No Bed |
| Standard Room |
Rs.2,400 |
Rs.1,600 |
Rs.1,100 |
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| Cost Includes: |
* Accommodation for 02 nights / 03 days on twin sharing basis.
* Daily breakfast on fixed menu basis.
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| Cost Excludes: |
* Air / Train fare.
* Hotel luxury taxes applicable as of today.
* Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, tips, liquor, boating
joy rides.
* Any other item not mentioned in "Inclusions".
* Government Service Tax @ 3.09% would be extra on the total billing.
* Hotel service tax of 15.15% will be applicable.
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| Note: |
* The above rates are subject to change without prior notice.
* The above rates are not valid during festival or long weekends.
* Above rates are not valid during Christmas and New Year. Peak season surcharge will be applicable as per the individual hotel policy.
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| Valid Till: 30th September 2013 |
Hotel Sunbird
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Package Cost per Person:
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| Room Category |
Adult in Twin |
Extra Adult |
Child No Bed |
| Standard Room |
Rs.2,332 |
Rs.1,500 |
Rs.500 |
| Deluxe Room |
Rs.2,882 |
Rs.1,500 |
Rs.500 |
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| Cost Includes: |
* Accommodation for 02 nights / 03 days on twin sharing basis.
* Daily buffet breakfast.
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| Cost Excludes: |
* Air / Train fare.
* Hotel luxury taxes applicable as of today.
* Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, tips, liquor, boating
joy rides.
* Any other item not mentioned in "Inclusions".
* Government Service Tax @ 3.09% would be extra on the total billing.
* Hotel service tax of 15.15% will be applicable.
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| Note: |
* The above rates are subject to change without prior notice.
* The above rates are not valid during festival or long weekends.
* Above rates are not valid during Christmas and New Year. Peak season surcharge will be applicable as per the individual hotel policy.
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| Valid Till: 30th September 2013 |
