Friends, welcome to this new video of Rajasthan, today we are going to talk about a place in Rajasthan which is also known as the city of tribals. This is the city whose pride is its Raj Mandir which is also known as City Palace. And in this city is located the longest dam of Rajasthan, whose total length is 3901 meters.
We are talking about that city of Rajasthan which is also known by the world as the city of hundred lamps. Not only this, this city of Rajasthan is also known by names like city of tribals, Bagad state and monsoon gateway of Rajasthan. This famous city is also famous for India’s most powerful Shaktipeeth Tripura Sundari Mata and Mahi Dam which is called the lifeline of Rajasthan, so let us take you on a trip to Banswara
Famous all over the world for nature, temples, historical sites, forts and cultural heritage, Banswara is also known as the Cherrapunji of Rajasthan. Due to the immense grace of nature on this city, you will get to see mesmerizing views of rivers, streams, waterfalls and beautiful mountains and valleys at every step. This major district of Rajasthan borders Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh from the southern part. This place got its name Banswara from the bamboo trees which used to be in large numbers here. According to historians, the history of Banswara started around 490 BC, when King Ajatashatru of Magadha wanted to make his capital more strategically secure from the hilly area. Apart from this, the present Banswara was founded by Bhil King Vahia Charpota, who was also known as Raja Bansia Bhil. And it is said that this city is named Banswara after him. In 1530, this area was established as Banswara Rajwada, whose capital used to be Banswara. Before joining Rajasthan after independence i.e. in 1948, it used to be a part of Dungarpur state. On the other hand, according to a mythological story, it is also believed that Banswara was founded by Raja Putraka. According to some records and government papers, Banswara was founded 510 years ago on 14 January 1515 on the day of Makar Sankranti by Raja Bansia Bhil.
Banswara district is located in the southern part of Rajasthan at an altitude of 302 meters above sea level. The area of this district is 5037 square kilometers which has now been made a division. The area around Banswara is flat and fertile compared to other areas, due to which maize, wheat and gram are the main crops in this area. Iron ore, lead, zinc, silver, manganese, rock phosphate, limestone, marble, graphite, soapstone are mainly found in the mineral wealth of Banswara.
Even in the scorching heat and severe drought of the scorching desert of Rajasthan, you will be surprised to see the greenery and natural beauty of Banswara. There are many waterfalls, hills, palaces and many historical buildings here, just for a glimpse of which tourists from all over the world are desperate, now let’s talk about some of the most special tourist and religious places here.
Anand Sagar Lake: Anand Sagar Lake is one of the most special artificial lakes in Rajasthan. This lake is also known as Bai Talab. This lake was built by Queen Lanchi Bai of Maharani Jagmal Singh, which is located in the eastern part of the district. This place is surrounded by sacred trees, known as ‘Kalpavriksha’. This place is famous for fulfilling the wishes of the travelers coming here.
Abdullah Peer Dargah: Abdullah Peer is a famous dargah of a Bohra Muslim saint, which is located in the southern part of the city. Here Urs is celebrated with great pomp by the Bohra community in which a large number of people participate. If you are going to visit Banswara then you can also visit Abdullah Peer Dargah.
Andeshwar Parshvanath Temple: Andeshwar Parshvanathji is a famous Jain temple situated on a small hill in Kushalgarh tehsil. There are two Digambar Jain Parshvanath temples here, which house rare inscriptions of the 10th century. This famous temple is located at a distance of 40 km from Banswara. Apart from the Jain temple, there is also a Shiva temple, Dakshinmukhi Hanuman temple and Peer Dargah located on the hill.
Ramkund: Ramkund is one of the most sacred places of Banswara which is located at a distance of 3 km from Talwara. This place is also known as Phaati Khan because it is located in a deep cave under the hill. Some mythological stories describe the visit of Lord Rama here during his exile, due to which this place has special recognition. This place attracts tourists as it is surrounded by beautiful hills and greenery.
Dialab Lake: Dialab Lake is the main religious place of Banswara city which is located on the road from Banswara city to Jaipur. The Hanuman temple located here attracts a large number of devotees, apart from this, this lake is also very famous among tourists due to its natural beauty and beauty.
Kagdi Pick Up Weir: Kagdi Pick Up Weir, located on Ratlam Road, 3 km away from the city, is a major tourist destination which is the main center of attraction for the tourists coming here. A large number of tourists come here to see the attractive fountains, gardens and water bodies located here. You can also come here with your children as there are parks, swings and boating facilities for children here.
Mahi Dam: Situated at a distance of 18 km from Banswara, Mahi Dam is the largest dam in the division. This 3 km long dam is the longest dam in Rajasthan which has 6 gates. When the gates of this dam are opened after it is completely filled, the view of this entire area is amazing.
Ancient Paraheda Temple: Paraheda is an ancient Shiva temple located about 22 kilometers from Banswara. Built by King Mandalik in the 12th century, this temple is famous for its amazing architecture and natural beauty.
Raj Mandir: Raj Mandir is a wonderful example of old Rajput architectural style, also known as City Palace. Situated on a hill, this temple was built during the 16th century. The entire city is visible from near this temple. This palace is very special for architecture lovers.
Talwara Temple: Talwara Temple is an ancient temple which is a major center of faith. Siddhi Vinayak located here is a major temple which is also known as Amaliya Ganesh Temple. Along with this temple, Surya Temple, Lakshmi Narayan Temple, Jain Temple of Sambharnath, Maha Lakshmi Temple and Dwarkadhish Temple are the main temples located here.
Tripura Sundari Temple: Tripura Sundari Temple is a major Shakti Peeth dedicated to Goddess Tripura Sundari, located at a distance of 19 km on the Banswara to Dungarpur road. The goddess of this temple is also known as Tartai Mata. Tripura Sundari Temple has a beautiful black stone idol with 18 arms, which is considered a form of ‘Shakti Peethas’. This temple of Maa Tripura Sundari attracts a large number of tourists from the country and abroad. During Chaitra and Ashwin Navratri, a large number of tourists come here and ask for wishes from the mother.
Madareshwar Temple: Madareshwar Mahadev Temple located towards the north-east of Banswara city is a famous temple, which is visited by a large number of tourists. The natural form of this cave temple located inside the hill attracts tourists a lot.
Kalpvriksha: Kalpvriksha is a magnificent tree situated on Ratlam road which is considered to be one of the fourteen gems produced during Samudra Manthan. Like Peepal and Banyan tree, this huge tree fulfills the wishes of people. This is a rare tree which has its own religious significance. Let us tell you that here Kalpvriksha is situated in pairs i.e. male-female. Which are known as Raja-Rani. Out of these two, the trunk of the male is thin and the trunk of the queen i.e. female is thick.
Sawai Mata Temple: Sawai Mata Temple is located at a distance of 3 km from Banswara where 400 stairs take you to Sawai Mata Temple. Along with this, the famous Hanuman temple Bhandaria Temple is also located at the foot of the hill. The environment here, full of natural beauty, attracts tourists.
Mangarh Dham: Mangarh Dham is also known as the Jallianwala Bagh of Rajasthan. Located at a distance of 85 km from Banswara, this place is said to have been the site where, on 17 November 1913, the British opened fire on 1500 patriotic tribals demanding independence on the Mangarh hill under the leadership of Govind Guru and killed them.
Chhinch Temple: Chhinch is a famous temple of Lord Brahma built during the 12th century in which there is a statue of Brahma Ji equal to the height of a man. This temple is situated on the banks of a pond which attracts a lot of tourists. It is said that a rare statue of Vishnu is also installed on the left side of Brahma Ji in the temple.
Singpura: Singpura is a small village 10 km away from Banswara district of Rajasthan. The small hill, forest, lake and greenery all around make this place very special.
Chacha Kota: Chacha Kota is a tourist spot located 14 km away from Banswara city. It is a natural place full of great beauty in the water of the dam built on the Mahi river. Here you can see lush green hills, a beach-like view and ‘water everywhere’ as far as the eyes can see. The surrounding high hills, the green environment all around the way, the winding and winding roads and the waterfalls together make this place absolutely the best in terms of natural beauty.
If you are planning to visit Banswara in Rajasthan, then let us tell you that the best time to visit here is from October to March. Since Banswara is located in the desert state, most people prefer to visit here in the winter season. Banswara is a major historical and tourist destination of Rajasthan state, due to which it is well connected to the rest of the country by road, train and air. If you are planning to go to Banswara by plane, then let us tell you that the nearest airport here is located at a distance of 160 km in Udaipur. For those tourists who are planning to travel to Banswara by train, let us tell you that the nearest railway station here is Ratlam Railway Station which is located at a distance of about 80 km. People planning a trip to Banswara by road can easily reach here from any city of Rajasthan.
