Mahi River Islets
The numerous small islands giving Banswara its nickname.
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Banswara
Rajasthan, India· Last updated
- Best time
- October–March.
- Getting there
- Udaipur (Maharana Pratap) Airport, approx. 165 km.
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Banswara sits in southern Rajasthan's tribal Vagad region, earning its "City of a Hundred Islands" nickname from the numerous small islets scattered across the Mahi River as it winds through the district — a genuinely unusual geographic feature for Rajasthan, a state otherwise associated with desert rather than river-island scenery. The town holds significant Bhil tribal population and culture, along with the historic Kagdi Pol dam and gardens, giving Banswara a character distinct from Rajasthan's more famous desert and palace circuit. Banswara suits travelers wanting genuine tribal-belt Rajasthan away from the state's more publicized heritage towns — boat rides among the Mahi River's islets, Bhil cultural context, and the town's own quiet, under-visited character reward those willing to venture into this southern corner of the state.
Nearby highlights
Kagdi Pol
A historic dam and garden complex.
Bhil Tribal Culture
The dominant indigenous community in the region.
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How to reach Banswara
Nearest Airport: Udaipur (Maharana Pratap) Airport, approx. 165 km. Nearest Railway Station: Banswara has limited local rail access; Ratlam (Madhya Pradesh) offers wider connectivity. By Road: From Udaipur, drive to Banswara, roughly 165 km, taking approximately 3.5-4 hours.
Best time to visit
October–March.
Where it is
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