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Huddled in the foothills of the Aravali, Dungarpur has a fascinating
landscape of an array of wild and rugged terrain in the northeast to
fertile plains of alluvial soil in the southwest. Two rivers the
River Mahi and the River Som flow through the area. Rawal Veer Singh
founded Dungarpur in 1282 A. D., when he took over this part of the
state from Bhil Chieftain Dungaria.
The area is rich in teak, mahua, mango and Khajur trees. Dungarpur
is also noted for its wildlife variety - jackal, jungle cat, Indian
fox, hyena, black-faced monkey, porcupine, common mongoose are the
common inhabitants. The commonly seen bird variety includes
partridges, peafowl, quails, cuckoos, eagles and vultures. Various
migratory birds also visit the area during the winters.
Dungarpur is famed for its unique style of architecture as seen in
its palaces and noble residences. These royal residences are adorned
by 'jharokhas' built in stone in a unique style typical of the area
developed during the reign of Maharawal Shiv Singh (1730-1785 A. D.)
The district gold and silversmiths are renowned for lacquer painted
toys and picture framing.
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