India's Western India
Alwar
Enveloped by the Aravali Hills, this former state of princely prestige reflects its former 18th century splendor in the magnificent monuments and palaces that stand within its Rajput bounds. Ruled by a people who rebelled rather than succumb to alien rule, Alwar holds a powerful and regal heritage, as seen in the eminent fort that guards its highest hill.
Within the city stands the extravagant City Palace, where curved bangaldar roofs and Mughal floral tracery adorn its walls, while outside the Palace waits a region strong in Hindu history, dating to the dawn of this civilization.
