Deeg

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Jal Mahal Deeg
Jal Mahal Deeg

Deeg is a town in Bharatpur district of Rajasthan state in India. It is situated in the north of Bharatpur at a distance of 32 km. It is an ancient town. It finds mention in Skanda Purana as "Dirgha" or "Dirghapur". Deeg was the first capital of the newly carved out Jat state of Bharatpur, when Badan Singh was proclaimed its ruler in 1722. In 1730, the Maharaja Suraj Mal erected the strong fortress of Deeg. After Suraj Mal moved the capital to Bharatpur, Deeg became the second capital of the rulers of Bharatpur princely state. It is known for its number of forts, palaces, gardens and fountains.

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