Sawai Madhopur

Sawai Madhopur is a city in the Sawai Madhopur district of eastern Rajasthan in India. The streets run in a planned grid between the railway station and older neighborhoods, while low hills and dry scrubland rise at the edges of town.

Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh I founded this city in 1763 following planning principles similar to those used when building Jaipur. Development continued with the arrival of the railway in the 19th century, turning the city into a hub for regional connections.

Artisans work in small workshops making decorated copper pots and lacquered objects with techniques handed down through generations. On many days you can see vendors selling items like papier-mâché figures and round playing cards with traditional designs at local markets.

The main railway station connects the city with routes to Delhi, Mumbai, and other major destinations across India. Many travelers use this city as a base for visiting nearby wildlife reserves, especially during the cooler months between October and March.

The surrounding area contains deposits of lead, zinc, and bentonite that are still mined on a small scale today. In some outskirts you can see scattered pits and extraction sites still in operation, supplying raw materials for regional industries.