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The Bird Haven · Rajasthan city guide

Bharatpur, the bird haven

A gateway town to Keoladeo, one of Asia's greatest bird sanctuaries, just an hour from Agra.

Ideal stay1 night
Best timeNovember – February
RailBharatpur Junction
From AgraAbout 55 km

About Bharatpur

Why visit.

Bharatpur was the seat of the Jat rulers, whose Lohagarh, the Iron Fort, famously withstood several British sieges in the early 19th century.

Today most visitors come for Keoladeo National Park, a UNESCO-listed wetland where hundreds of bird species can be seen.

01 / Things to do

Top things to do in Bharatpur.

  • Keoladeo National ParkThe UNESCO-listed bird sanctuary.
  • Lohagarh FortThe Iron Fort of the Jat rulers.
  • Deeg PalaceWater palaces and gardens about 35 km away.

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02 / Food & shopping

Eat, browse and take home.

  • Simple local mealsMost visitors eat at their lodge.
  • Mathura sweetsPeda and other milk sweets from nearby Mathura.

03 / Getting there

How to reach Bharatpur.

  • By airAgra airport is about 55 km away.
  • By railBharatpur Junction connects to Delhi, Agra and Jaipur.
  • By roadAbout 1 hour from Agra, 3.5 hours from Jaipur.

04 / Good to know

A few friendly tips.

When is the best time to visit Bharatpur?

November to February, for the winter migratory birds.

How do I get around Keoladeo?

By cycle-rickshaw, bicycle or on foot. Vehicles are not allowed.

Can I visit Bharatpur from Agra?

Yes. It is about an hour away.

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