History of Alwar, Rajasthan
The history of Alwar, Rajasthan goes back back to 3500 years ago. During that period, Alwar was called Matsya Desh or the ‘Land of Fish’! The entire region of Matsya Desh included Alwar, Jaipur and Bharatpur, along with Viratnagar which was its capital.
During the troubled medieval era, Alwar emerged as a place of strategic importance. Because of its strategic location, the Mughals, the Jats of adjacent Bharatpur, the Nikumbha Rajputs, the Marathas and also the British for acquiring it. History says that it was the Nikumbhas who first ruled the region.
Tourist Attraction of Alwar, Rajasthan
Alwar enchants every traveler with its architectural marvel and rugged landscapes. Tourists enjoy walking through rugged landscapes and digging out historical treasures of the place. There is enigma crammed in its barren land. Old fort, breathtaking views of Aravalli hills pristine lake and a touch of nostalgia give it an old world charm.