Bairat is a small town of Rajasthan, preserving precious
relics from its rich ancient past. It is situated 25 km west of Sariska
Tiger Reserve and 85 km north of Jaipur. Bairat, the erstwhile An important
Buddhist city, Viratnagar, still possesses some of the oldest Buddhist
sculptures of the world including the ruins of an ancient monastery.
Archaeologists have hinted that most of the relics belong to the 3rd century
including a chaitya or chapel.
History:
The history of Bairat can be tracked back to the times of Mahabharata, some
3,500 years ago. It is believed that Pandavas and Draupadi spent their
thirteen year term of exile in King Virat's kingdom. Viratnagar was the
capital of Mhajanapada Kingdom of Matsya. In the 5th century, the kingdom
came under the Chhedi kingdom and later under the Mauryan empire.
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Duration : 12 Nights / 13 Days
Attractions :-
- Delhi Sightseeing - Jama Masjid, Red Fort,Chandni Chowk
- Trip to Hawa Mahal in Jaipur
- Wildlife Safari in Ranthambore National Park
- Tiger Safari at Bandhavgarh National Park
- Visit to Khajuraho Group of Temples
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Duration :14 Nights / 15 Days
Attractions :-
- Visit Laxmi Narayan Temple in Delhi
- Temple visit in Mathura
- Appreciating arhitecture of Taj Mahal in Agra
- Holy Dip at Varanasi (Ganga)
- Visit to the erotic temples of khajuraho
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Sights:
The main attraction of the town is the Viratnagar Museum, where you can see
the shadow of a glorious past in its exhibits. Some of the priceless
artifacts excavated from the place are ancient coins, seals, sculptures,
pottery and other metallic pieces.
Getting There and Away:
One can reach Bairat by buses traveling from Jaipur to Alwar. From Jaipur
to Bairat will take you 3 ½ hours, while from Alwar to Bairat will take
you around 1 ½ hours.
Ajmer
