About Deeg

Deeg (Hindi: ) is a town and a municipality in Bharatpur district in the state of Rajasthan, India. It is situated in the north of Bharatpur at a distance of 32km, and 98km (61mi) North of Agra. Deeg comes under THE BIG PARIKRMA MARG of Lord Krishna which was started from Goverdhan, just only 12km. far from deeg. 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. Deeg is located at 2728N 7720E / 27.47N 77.33E / 27.47; 77.33. It has an average elevation of 174m (571ft). It is an ancient town. It finds mention in Skanda Purana as Dirgha or ...