Durgarpur Travel Guide

Durgarpur is situated on the foothills of the Aravalli hills and portrays a very picturesque landscape with two rivers namely Mahi and Som flowing through it. Durgarpur is a plethora of fertile alluvial soil, teak, mahua, mango and Khajur trees. Durgarpur is also noted for its variety in wildlife with animals like jackal, jungle cat, Indian fox, hyena, black-faced monkey, porcupine, common mongoose among the common inhabitants. Existing since 1282 A.D., the city greets the eye with its unique style of architecture as seen in its palaces and residences. These palaces and places of immense imperial beauty are adorned by Jharokhas or windows built in stone in a style typical of the time when Maharawal Shiv Singh ruled the place.

Places to see:

The city has been bejeweled with beautiful places and royal residences that have today become a common yet treasured sight for the tourists. These places belong to the history that lies buried in the soil on which they stand with great pride. They are precious structures built in an architectural style that is reminiscent of the past. Some of the tourism hotspots at Durgarpur are:

• Juna Mahal
• Gaib Sagar Lake

Shopping:

Durgarpur does not offer many options to the tourists as far as shopping is concerned but there are small markets that can be found in and around the city. Durgarpur is famous for teak, which makes it easy to get teak artwork from even the smallest of shops. Teakwood can also be bought at a very low price from the small shops in and around Durgarpur. Other items that can be shopped for are handicrafts, antiques from rural Rajasthan, and accessories.

Where to stay:

Durgarpur offers a number of places for lodging that make it a very comfortable trip for the tourists. These hotels belong to the 13th and 14th centuries and stand with elegance and grandeur. Most of the heritage hotels in Durgarpur are constructed on the lines of typical Rajasthani architecture with beautiful embellishments greeting the eye. They provide a number of rooms that range from standard rooms to luxury suites with private balconies in some. The hotels provide a restaurant that is specialized in serving delicious Indian, Continental and Chinese cuisine. You should stay at:

• The Peerless Inn
• Hotel Ginger

How to Reach Durgarpur :

Durgarpur is well connected to many major cities of India through various means of transport communication.

By Air: The nearest airport from Durgarpur is at Udaipur, which is located at a distance of 110 kilometers from Durgarpur.

By Rail: The nearest railway station from Durgarpur is Ratlam, which is located at a distance of 80 kilometers from the city.

By Road: Wide networks of roads connect Durgarpur to cities and towns of Rajasthan and North India. Bus services are available to and from Durgarpur to other cities.

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