India Travel Update 
Plan an unusual trip to the famous striking places of Alwar in Rajasthan which will not only give a meaning to your vacations but, would also provide you an action-packed lifetime experience. Places like Siliserh Lake, Moosi Maharani ki Chhatri, Bala Quila and Bhangarh etc. not only increase its appeal amongst the readers but, their mythical associations also enhance our knowledge. Let us discuss the tranquility of Siliserh Lake, Alwar in Rajasthan in detail.
In 1845 A.D. Maharaja Vinay Singh built the lake for his wife Queen Sheela. The lake is located 13 Km away from the city Alwar. It is purposely set amidst the forested slopes of Aravali Hills. The chirping and dancing of birds give a new dimension to the entire place. It enhances the over all charisma of the place and give harmonious effect to our soul. The main aim of Maharaja Vinay Singh of creating this reservoir was to provide water facility to Alwar to lessen its bareness. It animated the Alwar city completely. The green meadows got blossomed with plentiful gardens.
A Tale Attached To Siliserh Region
A beautiful spot like this would have a charming story bound to it. Once when Mangal Singh went hunting, he wandered into the nearby village of Kishanpur. There he fell in love with the beautiful Silika, daughter of the village chief. Mangal Singh and Silika were immersed in deep conversation when the girl's father came back. He was infuriated at the sight, and insisted that Mangal Singh marry his daughter. The king protested, but on a little more pressing he agreed. Rani Silika lived happily at the City palace in Alwar for sometime. But after the death of her child at birth, she wanted to go back to her parents in Kishangarh. The king thus prepared the Siliserh Palace for his queen to live near her parents. Silika lived in Siliserh for a few months, but soon died of a broken heart.
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