BANSWARA
Founded By: Maharawal Jagmal Singh
Tourist Attractions: Mahi Dam, Bai Talab, Chinch
Best Time To Visit: October -March
THE TRIBAL COUNTRY 
Home
to the tribals with Bhils constituting half of the total population,
Banswara has its name derived from 'Bans' or bamboo trees, which once grew
here in abundance.
The erstwhile state was founded by Maharaja Jagmal Singh. Bounded by
Udaipur and Chittorgarh,
the district presently comprises of the territories of former Banswara
State and the Chieftainship of Kushalgarh. While the Central and western
portion of the district are fertile plains, the scattered ranges of the
Aravallis form the eastern region.
The ancient town is surrounded by a stonewall, which are now in ruins. A
palace of former rulers of Banswara stands overlooking the town.
The teak forests are found on the slopes of the Aravalli hills. Mango,
Khajur and Mahua trees are also a part of the vegetation of the district.
Banswara has a rich wildlife variety including squirrels, lizards, snakes,
chinkara, Ronj and four horned antelope. Panthers can be seen rarely. The
avian variety includes the black drongo, gray shrike, green bee-eater,
parrot, jungle crow, wood pecker and common myna. Grey jungle fowl, red
spir fowl and grey partridge are generally spotted in the remote parts of
the forest.
PRIME ATTRACTIONS
DAMS AND LAKES
Mahi Dam (18 km): Under the:Mahi Bajaj Sagar Project, various
dams and canals have been built over the Mahi river amid beautiful
surroundings. The Mahi river has a number of islands at intervals and
hence Banswara is at times referred to as 'the city of hundred islands'.
The Mahi Dam and the Kedge Pickup have a picturesque fountain garden,
surely worth a visit.
Anand Sagar Lake or Bai Talab: An artificial lake on the eastern
side of the town constructed by Lachhi Bai of Idar -the queen of Maharawal
Jagmal. Beautiful 'Chattris' (cenotaphs) of rulers of the state and an
array of holy trees called 'Kalpa Vriksha' famous for fulfilling desires
of visitors, lie close by.
Dialab Lake: A beautiful lake covered with lotus flowers. On the
bank of the lake is Badal Mahal, the summer resort of former rulers.
Abdulla Pir: A popular shrine of a Bohra Muslim saint, attracting
a large number of Bohra Muslims from all over during the annual Urs
festival.
TEMPLES
Madareshwar: A temple of Lord Shiva set amid natural beauty.
Other temples in the city include Dwarkadhish Temple, Laxmi Narayan Temple
and Vaneshwar Mahadeo Temple. Kali Kalyani Dham and Padoli Rathore are
other spiritual centres near the town, which attract thousands of people
from all over the country, every year.
EXCURSIONS
CITIES
Arthuna (55-km): The ruins of cluster of Shaivite and Jain
temples dating back to the 11th, 12th and 15th centuries are found in this
village. The Mandleshwar Temple, built in 1080 AD by Chamunda Raja, the
Paramara Chief, is noteworthy.
Talwara (15-km): A historic city with ruins of some ancient
monuments and temples famous for their beautifully carved idols in local
black stone. The famous temples of Talwara include Laxmi Narain Temple.
Gokarneshwar Mahadev Temple and Jain temple of Sambhar Nath.
TEMPLES
Tripura Sundari (19-km): An ancient temple of the goddess Tripura
Sundari, commonly known as Turtia Mata. The idol of the goddess riding on
a tiger is magnificent one, in black stone with 18 hands, each carrying
some symbol. The temple is said to be one of the 'Shakti Peethas' of
Hindus.
Parahera(22-km): Situated in the Garhi tehsil. A temple of Lord
Shiva -Mandaleshwar Temple, built by Mandalik, stands on the bank of the
Nagela Tank in the village.
Chinch: Famous for its 12th century Brahma Temple with a beautiful
life-size statue of Lord Brahma.
HOW TO GET THERE
Air : Nearest airport is Udaipur 160-km.
Rail: Nearest Railway Station is in Ratlam, MP (80-km). It is
connected with all the major cities of the country.
Road : No route in the district has so far been nationalized and
only state carriages, which are privately owned ply within and out of the
distinct.
PLACES TO STAY
Numerous kinds of hotels with single, double, deluxe and A/C
room facilities are available at Banswara.
Government Accommodation : Includes Mahi Rest House with beautiful
location overlooking scenic view and many other irrigation Bungalows at
beautiful sites of dams & canals. Circuit Houses and PWD rest houses
both provide good facilities.
Restaurants: Kushal Bagh Palace Hotel provides both Indian and
continental food President, Mayur Sagar & Plaza provide Indian food.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
Holi: An important festival of the region with
special celebrations. The tribals, colourfully attired carrying swords and
sticks, perform the Gair dance.
Ami Egyaras: Celebrated on the 11th day of the bright half of
Phalgun. Young girls and boys fast on the occasion. Colourful fairs marked
by Bhils armed with bows, arrows and swords are a part of the
celebrations.
Ghotia Amba Fair: A colourful fair held in the month of March. The
Bhils gather to take a holy dip in the tank near the temple with idols of
Pandavas. Tribal weapons, especially arrows and swords are for sale during
the fair.
Fair at Mangarh (76-km): Vithaldeo fairs conciding with Sharad
Purnima and Kartik Purnima are popular among the tribals.
NEARBY CITIES
Udaipur: 160-km
Talwara: 15-km
Arthuna: 55-km
GENERAL INFORMATION
| Summer | : | Mean Max. Temp.. 42 C |
| Winter | : | Mean Min.Temp.. 3° C |
| Rainfall | : | 92 cms. |
| Best Time To Visit | : | October.-March |
| Clothing | ||
| Summer | light tropical | |
| Winter | : | light woollen |
| Language | : | Rajasthani, Hindi, English. |
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