SILISERH
Built In: 1845 AD
Built By: Maharaja Vinay Singh
Best season: September to February.
THE PICTURESQUE LAKE
Located
13 kms from the city of Alwar, the enchanting
Siliserh Lake was built in 1845 AD by Maharaja Vinay Singh. The lake was
built by constructing an earthern dam between two hills to store the water
of a small tributary of river Ruparel. Siliserh is a beautiful lake,
covering an area of 7 sq. km, adorned with domed cenotaphs.
This is one of the most enchanting lake palaces of Rajasthan state, built
as a summer retreat by the third ruler of Alwar, Raja Vinay Singh. The
palace is located hidden from view by the lush green Aravalli hills on
three sides and a beautiful calm lake.
PRIME ATTRACTIONS
LAKES
Siliserh Lake: The lake is picturesquely set amidst the forested
slopes of Aravalli Hills. The lake attracts a lot of migratory birds
adding colour and music to the scene. But for the hustle of the whispering
woods and chirping birds, the place promises total calm and is ideal for a
trek.
PALACES
Siliserh Palace: Cradled in the hills and overlooking the lake,
is a magnificent palace or the royal hunting lodge. This tastefully built
old palace provides a breathtaking view of the water spread of the lake
and its surrounding environment. The basement of this four storeyed palace
leads to the water level of the lake. Now converted into a tourist hotel
and managed by the Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation, this palace
was built by Maharaja Vinay Singh for his queen, Shila. When
paddle-boating, tourists enjoy a splendid view of the palace from the
lake, while others view an equally spectacular sunrise and sunset from the
terrace of the palace.
EXCURSIONS
CITIES
Ajabgarh: Located 21 kms south of Thana Ghazi in Alwar district,
this place is well known for a temple called Shri Raghunathji.
Tijara: The old historic town situated 48 kms north east of Alwar,
has an imposing fort worth seeing.
PALACES
Vijaimandir Palace: 10 kms from Alwar, this royal residence of
Maharaja Jai Singh, in 1918, overlooks a scenic, rippling lake.
LAKES
Jaisamand Lake: This large artificial lake located 6 kms from
Alwar, was constructed by Raja Jai Singh in 1910 AD.
HOW TO GET THERE
Air: Delhi 163 kms is the nearest airport.
Rail: Good connection from prominent locations in and around the
state. Some important train connections are Shatabdi Express (New Delhi -
Alwar Ajmer); Superfast Express (New Delhi -Alwar - Ajmer).
Road: Regular services link Alwar with key destinations in and not
far off Rajasthan and Delhi.
Local transport: Unmetered auto-rickshaws, cycle-rickshaws and
tongas.
PLACES TO STAY
Hotel Lake Palace, Siliserh.
NEARBY CITIES
Alwar- 13 km
Tijara- 48 km
Jaipur- 160km
GENERAL INFORMATION
| Climate | Mean Max | Mean Min |
| Summer | 37.0°C | 24.0°C |
| Winter | 31.0°C | 11.0°C |
| Clothing | ||
| Summer | Light Tropical | |
| Winter | Light Woollen | |
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