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The castle
is situated on a hillock, which is encircled by the Deogarh
town. Built in 1670 a.d. by Rawat Dwarkadasji of the
Chundawat clan of the Sisodia dynasty the castle is a fine
artistc work of the famed sompura architects, well known for
their craftsmanship. Modifications were carried out in the
later years according to the needs of the residents.
Hotel Deogarh Mahal
With five
floors, over two hundred rooms, numerous balconies with
carved pillars and extensive use of marble the palace is
really an imposing monument. Several rooms are decorated
with murals done by local painters after whom the Deogarh
School of painting has acquired fame the world over.
Another aspect that will impress the tourist is the large
collection of Deogarh miniatures. Bhil dances accompanied by
the local folk singers can make the evenings lively and
entertaining.
Bird- watching on Ragho Sagar lake and many picnic spots
scattered around the Deogarh will be of interest to the
visitors, especially for the nature lovers. Jeep safaris,
arranged on request are also among other out door
activities. Tourist attractions like Nathdwara, Kankroli,
Kumbalgarh and Ranakpur are all accessible from the castle.
Accomodation : over 22
rooms.
Address : Deogarh castle, Gokul Vilas,
deogarh-313331
Access :
By road: Jodhpur - 135 kms.
By rail : Deogarh - 1 km.
By air : Udaipur - 135 kms.
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