Peharsar in Details, Rajasthan

In the 17th century, Mughal Emperor Akbar conquered Peharsar in all of three hours (a pehar) - hence the name Peharsar.

A quiet village close to Bharatpur, Peharsar may not be your ideal tourist destination. Nevertheless, it has its own charm. The pace of life, the ambiance, the serenity, are all worth experiencing. It certainly makes for a relaxing change.

This sleepy village is said to have been a flourishing commercial center. The enormous Havelis in Peharsar are believed to have been a reason for the prosperity of the village. However, most of these are now crumbling structures, making for interesting excursion sites.

Location
About 150 kilometers from Jaipur, Peharsar is a little village on the Jaipur-Agra highway. The village is very close to the renowned Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, Fatehpur Sikri, Alwar, etc. Hence, it is often used as a stopover by many a tourist.

Main Attractions
Chandra Mahal Haveli - Now a heritage hotel, it was built in 1699 by Akbar's nobles. The majesty and grandeur of the haveli reflects the magnificence of Mughal architecture to this day. Although it has been renovated and refurbished from time to time, it still retains its old charm. The name itself is a later addition.