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Introduction of Madhogarh |
Maharaja
Sawai Ram Singh II of Jaipur was a perfect and a complete ruler. He
gave to Jaipur, the modernized version of Sports Education Theater,
Medicines And Industrial Arts. He married in Madhogarh family and
gaveMadhogarh as a hereditary estate to Thakur Pratap Singh Ji a
Rajput of Bhati clan. Fort Madhogarh is 400 year old property build by
Madho Singh who belongs to a Rajput of Kachava Clan
Thakur Bhawani Singh
Just when the plasters of the fort were pealing off and stoneslabs
falling under the ravages of time, the family whose ancestors Thakur
Bhawani Singh the fourth generation direct descendant. When he saw his
beautiful fortress turning into rubblehe embarkedon the project to
convert it into a family run heritage hotel. Launched into a hotel in
July 2000, the fort promised a transcendental experience to visitors |
Madhogarh Fort |
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History of Madhogarh |
Battle
of Tunga - Madhogarh
The decisive battle between Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh Ji of Jaipur
and Mahadaji Scindia of the Marathas was fought in the plains of
Tunga-Madhogarh on 28th July 1787 The battle started at 9 am and
.lasted till about one hour after sunset. The combined Rajput army of
Jaipur and Jodhpur was about 50,000 strong while the Maratha army was
larger, with about 80,000 soldiers.
Benoit De Boigne
The Maratha army had a professionally trained battalion under the
command of the famous French General Benoy De Boigne. He was Born into
the Leborgne family in Chambery (France) 1751.He led an exemplary
career , as a General, training and commanding the Maratha Army. He
was the most trusted General of Sindhia's army. He was never beaten.
He was an Adventurer, a Great Strategist, and a Subtle diplomat.
Mahadaji Scindia
The Rajput army decisively defeated the Maratha army. In fact the
Maratha General, Mahadji Scindia, one of the most gifted military
geniuses of the Maratha Army, Contemporary of Mughal Empero Shah Alam.
He was granted the title of "Vakil- e- Muttlak" the highest title in
the Mughal court at that time. He was forced to abandon the
battlefield and leave at night. It was his military competence that
prevented Tunga from becoming another Panipat.
Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh
The battle of Tunga - Madhogarh was a praise winning event in the life
of Sawai Pratap Singh Ji of Jaipur as it was a decisive battle in the
series of warfare with the Marathas. He wouldn't have made it without
the help of Maharaja Bijay Singh of Jodhpur because he helped him by
sending 20 thousand Rathore soldiers. The causalities numbered in
thousands. Even today in some fields in Tunga-Madhogarh pieces of
rusted equipment and human bones are found. |
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Tourist Attraction in Madhogarh |
Mango
Orchard
Is a small belt of sandy plains dotted with mango orchards adjoining
Madhogarh this area is attached with the tunga battlefield. There is a
famous saying that mangoes in this area are very sweet because they
have been nourished with the blood of the martyrs of tunga war.
Nai Ka Nath Temple
Is located 7 km away from Madhogarh. Guests would discover a temple
which is famous for historical interest in harmony with the local
landscape. The Temple is in the valley which is surrounded by Aravalli
hills. Devoted to Lord Shiva , the temple is a place where visitors
from all over Madhogarh and nearby villages come and offer prayers .
Step well
Around 1 km from Madhogarh lies the famous step well which is a major
source of attraction. These step wells were made in ancient time as
reservoirs of water and was used by the local people for cleaning
clothes and taking baths. the well have 5 floors underground. The
monument is best seen around noon, when sunlight penetrates the bottom
of the five-storey square well shaft, making the exquisite sculptures,
visible.
Old Shiv Temple
There is a Shiva temple nearby with a mesmerizing idol of lord Shiva
with Parvati sitting in his lap. This is a rare idol and a must watch.
Nai Ka Nath Temple
Every Monday a fair is held near the temple and a fair of grand scale
is there on Maha Shivratri People from nearby villages come in
thousands by buses, camels, cycles cart and whatever mode of transport
is available to offer their prayers to Shiva. One can also view saints
meditating. A trip to this temple is a must and one can have a picnic
trip to a nearby pond of water. |
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Madhogarh Fort |
Madhogarh Fort |
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How to Reach Madhogarh |
Madhogarh is located 42 kms from Jaipur,
off the Jaipur-Agra highway (NH 11). |
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You will visit
“Madhogarh”
during the below Tours of Rajasthan |
13 Days Rajasthan Holidays Tour
(Including Madhogarh)
13 Days / 12
Nights
Delhi - Agra - Madhogarh - Samode - Khimsar - Roopangarh - Deogarh -
Udaipur - Delhi
13 Days Honeymoon in Rajasthan Tour(Including
Madhogarh)
13 Days / 12
Nights
Delhi - Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Madhogarh - Samode - Khimsar -
Roopangarh - Deogarh - Udaipur - Delhi |
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