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RAJASTHAN :: DUNGARPUR CITY GUIDE

Dungarpur General Information
Area	3770 sq. km.
Altitude	408 meters
Temperature
Summer	42.4⁰C-26.8⁰C
Winter	28.7⁰C -11.4⁰C
Clothing
Summer	Summer light tropical
Winter	light woollen
Languages	Hindi, English, Rajasthani

Dungarpur History

mentioned in the 'Khyats' that during the times of Maharawal Veer Singh Dev, The Sixth descendant of Sawant Singh of Mewar, the county in the vicinity of the present town of Dungarpur was held by a powerful Bhil Chieftain Dungaria who aspired to marry the dauther of a wealthy ' Mahajan' named Sala Shah. The latter fixed a distant date for the wedding and, in the meantime, conspired with Veer Singh to have the whole marriage party including Dungaria assassinated while they were in a state of intoxication. This was successfully carried out. Rawal Veer Singh took possession of Dungaria's village and founded that town of Dungarpur in 1358 A.D. The legend has tit that Veer Singh had promised to the two widows of Dungaria Bhil to perpetuate their memories by erection a monument in their honour. He is also reported to have agreed to name to town after their departed husband. He further laid down that in future, at the installantion of each new ruler, a descendant of Dungaria would put the 'Tilak' on the forehead of the ruler from the blood drawn from his finger.
Rawal Veer Singh was killed in the sack of Chittor by Allauddin Khilji. He was succeeded by Bhachundi who erected the Hanumat Pol. Rawal Gopinath who succeeded him is famous for his victory over Ahmedshah, the Sultan of Gujarat in 1433 A.D. and it was he who built the Gaipsagar lake at Dungarpur which exists even today remains a beauty spot of this town. Rawal Somdasji, the 13th ruler is famous for repelling the invasion of Sultan Mahmood Shah and Gayasuddin. Maharawal Udai Singh I is also noted for his bravery. He divided 'Vagad' into two parts. The western portion, with the capital at Dungarpur, he retained for his elder son Prithviraj and the eastern portion subsequently known as Banswara, gave to his younger son Jagmal. It was in the year 1529 A.D. that the two states became independent.

How to reach Dungarpur ?
Air	Nearest airport Udaipur (120Kms.)
Rail	DConnected with Udaipur and Ahemdabad
Bus	National Highway 8 connecting Mumbai and Delhi passes through the district.

DUNGARPUR SIGHT SEEING

Udai bilas palace

Udai Bilas Palace the majestic palace is flanked by pristine gaib sagar lake on one side and cove of private reserve forest on other. It is named after maharawal udai singh and is one of the finest examples of the rajput architecture.

Juna mahal or the old palace:

the 13th century, seven storeyed palace is noted for its colourful interiors, embellished with frescoes, miniature paintings, glass and mirror inlay work. Its exteriors resemble a fortress due to its crenellated walls, turrets, narrow entrances and corridors.

Beneshwar

The Beneshwar temple containing the most reverend Shiva Linga of the area is situated on a delta formed at the confluenced of Som and Mahi rivers, about one and a half km from Nawa Tapra village. The tribal in character, a fair at the temple is held during Magh shukla Ekadashi to Magh Shukla Purnima. Just near the Beneshwar temple is the Vishnu temple which was reportedly constructed in Samwat 1850 (1793A.D.).

Boreshwar

Boreshwar Mahadeo Temple The temple of Boreshwar Mahadeo is situated at a distance of 83 km from Dungarpur near village Solaj in Aspur tehsil and belongs to 1179 A.D.

Bhuvaneshwar

There is a Shiva temple which is situated at a distance of 9 km from Dungarpur on the road side near Kanba village in Dungarpur tehsil. A colorful fair held here, on the 5th day after holi. On this time bhils present gair dance.

Deo Somnath

Deo Somnath Temple Deo Gaon is situated at a distance of 24 km from Dungarpur in the north-east. On the banks of Som river, there is an old and beautiful Shiva temple, Deo Somnath. The temple is believed to have been built sometime in the 12th century of Vikram Samwat. Built in white stone, the temple has imposing currants. It gives an impression of the antiquity. There are several inscriptions in the temple.

DUNGARPUR FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Baneshwar Fair

Baneshwar Fair, a famous tribal festival at the Baneshwar Temple. This fair is held on the full moon day in the month of February when hundreds of Bhils from Gujarat, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh take a holy dip at the confluence of the Mahi and Som rivers. Magic shows and acrobatic skills are on display as a part of the festivities.

Vagad Festival

In the celebration Dungarpur does not lack in festivals. The Vagad Festival is a beautiful amalgamation of folk music and local amusement like archery competitions.

Holi

Holi, the festival of colours, is celebrated in an interesting way with gair dances by the tribals in their bright clothes and swords, arrows and sticks.

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