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Chittorgarh fort History- top attraction, Timing & how to reach

The Chittorgarh is named after its most imposing structure of Chittorgarh fort, which stands atop of a 180-metre high hill. This fort is spread across 700 acres on the hill.

Chittorgarh fort

Chittorgarh is one of the largest fort in India and Asia. It was the site of three major sieges by Muslim invaders and its Hindu rulers fought fiercely to maintain their independence. The first war was in 1303 when the Sultan of Delhi Ala-ud-din Khilji . Later on more than two centuries later, in 1533, it was Bahadur Shah, the Sultan of Gujarat, who caused immense destruction and Four decades later, in 1567–1568, Mughal Emperor Akbar attacked and seized the fort. On every occasion, when faced with a certain defeat, the men fought to the death while the women committed suicide by Jauhar (mass self-immolation). Chittor also has been a land of worship for Meera.

Chittorgarh Fort

CHITTORGARH FORT

the Maurayans in the 7th century A.D built The Chittorgarh fort. Some say that the Mori dynasty was in possession of the fort when Bappa Rawal the founder of the kingdom of Mewar seized Chittorgarh fort. After conquered he made it his capital in 734 AD While some other accounts say Bappa Rawal received it as a part of the dowry after marriage with the last Solanki princess.

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Chittorgarh fort

Sprawling across 700 acre and a circumference of 13 km, and 6 KM in length. The fort has seven gates namely: Ganesh gate, Hanuman gate, Padan gate, Jodla gate, Bhairon gate, Lakshman gate and the last and the main gate, Ram gate. These gates were built to protect the fort from the enemy attacks and the arches even protect against the elephants from entering. There are four palaces, 19 temples including Jain and Hindu temples, 22 water bodies, and four memorials.

ATTRACTIONS IN CHITTORGARH FORT

Rani Padmini’s Palace

History – Rani Padmini’s palace plays a very major role in the history of Chittorgarh. Rani Padmini,s beauty fascinated Alauddin Khalji very much. The architecture of this fort is very beautiful. At this palace, khilji saw her reflection for the first time and lost in her beauty. this palace was the main reason for the battle between Ratan Singh and Alauddin Khilji.

Review – Rani Padmini’s palace plays a very major role in the history of Chittorgarh the palace comprises of three floors with white edifice and has canopy-covered roofs with a moat. there is a beautiful pool around The palace. It has an amazing view of inside the palace if you love to visit fort then it would be an amazing place for you

VIJAY STAMBH

History – Maharana Kumbha build a 9 storey deep tower called Vijay stambh. He build it to celebrate his victory over the rulers of Malwa and Gujarat in 1440.

Review – the Vijay stambh is one of the most beautiful attractions in Chittorgarh fort. The Vijay stambh has a height of 122ft and stands on a base of 10 ft. here is a datailed carving on vijay stambh. While inside images of gods, weapons etc have been carved inside in stambh. From the top of the Vijay stamb, you can have an amazing view of Chittorgarh. To reach the top of it you have to climb 157 steps.

KIRTI STAMB

History – Jeeja Bhagerwala built Kriti stambh. he was a Jain merchant during the reign of Rawal Kumar Singh in the 12th-century. The first Tirthankara of Jainism, Adinathji the plae is dedicated.

Review – Kirti stambh is a must-visit place in Chittorgarh. the stambh is 72 ft high. it is seven floors high from the top of the stambh you can have a great look of the city. The naked figures of the Digambar and reflects the cultural beliefs of the Digambar. The idols of Shri adhinathji in Digambar style are engraved in the four corners of stambh .

FATEH PRAKASH PALACE

History – Maharana pratap Singh built this place. It was named after him.

Review – The Fateh Singh Palace inside the Chittorgarh Fort is a striking structure. The palace was built by Maharana Pratap Singh, and is named after him.A big Ganesh idol, a fountain, manifold crystal objects, and different frescoes decorate the grounds of this palace and make it a sight worth seeing. Today, the palace houses a museum which is a good place to comprehensively understand the history of the palace, fort, and Chittorgarh city. 

JAIN TEMPLES

KALIKA MATA TEMPLE

TULJA BHAVANI TEMPLE

GAUMUKH RESERVOIR

RATAN SINGH PALACE

RANA KUMBHA PALACE

KUMBHA SHYAM TEMPLE

MEERA BAI TEMPLE

Entrance Fee: Rs 40 for Indian nationals, Rs 600 for foreign tourists,

TEMPERATURE
24°C to 45°C21°C to 35°C10°C to 27°C
Summer
(April to June)
Monsoon
(July to September)
Winter
(October to February

BEST TIME TO VISIT

Winters (October to March) is an ideal time to visit to Chittorgarh.

HOW TO REACH HERE

Flight – The nearest airport is Dabok Airport in Udaipur city which is about 105 km away.
Road – Regular buses are available to Chittorgarh from all major cities in Rajasthan.
Train – Chittorgarh is connected by rail to and from Udaipur, Ajmer, Jaipur, and Delhi.

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Mamchand
Mamchand
2 months ago

Beautiful Historical Fort

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