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| » Bala Quila |
This huge fort is famous for its history, which predates the Moghul rulers. It runs 5 km from north to south, and nearly 2 km from east to west standing 304 meter above the city. The fort is circumscribed with several gates a few of which are named after various personalities e.g. Jai Pol, Laxman Pol, and Suraj Pol. |
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| » City Palace |
| This 18th century palace's architecture is influenced by both the Mughal and Rajput styles. This magnificent palace, situated in the heart of the city, houses a museum in one of its apartments. The Museum has a rich collection of rare manuscripts, paintings, objects made of jade, ivory and silver among other has been converted into Government Offices and Districts Courts. |
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| » Government Museum |
The museum has a wonderful collection of Mughal and Rajput paintings and miniature writings. The Weaponry in use at the time can also be seen and is a reminde r of the bloody battles that have been fought in these beautiful surroundings. |
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| » Moosi Maharani Ki Chhatri |
This is an impressive cenotaph (Chhatri) on the banks of sagar, a beautiful lake. The cenotaph reflect the Indo-Islamic style of architecture. The upper portion, which is in marble and has columned pavilions and domed arhes with exquisite floral tracery, rests on the pillared red sandstone lower storey. |
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| » Tomb Fateh Jung |
| This spectacular tomb has a massive dome which is an elegant blend if Hindu and Islamic architectural styles. Fateh Jung, was a minister of the Mughal emperor Shahjehan and was related to the Khanzada rulers of Alwar. |
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