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Label : Top Attraction

Tags : Forts & Palaces

Timings : 9:45 AM - 5:45 PM

Time Required : 2-3 hours

Entry Fee : Indians: INR 15,
Foreigners: INR 200
SAARC and BIMSTEC: INR 30

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Also Refered As:

Palace Of Maharani Padmini, Fateh Prakash Mehal, Ram Pol (Phatta's Memorial)

Chittorgarh Fort, Chittorgarh Overview

Built by local Maurya rulers (often confused with imperial Maurya Rulers) in 7th century A.D, the Chittorgarh Fort in Rajasthan is one of the largest forts in India. The Chittorgarh Fort, plainly known as Chittor is spread majestically over a hill of 590 feet in height and is spread across 692 acres of land is a fine example of the popular Rajput architecture. The imposing structure of the fort has many gateways built by the later rulers of the Maurya clan. Chittorgarh Fort was previously the capital of Mewar and is now situated in the city of Chittorgarh. Chittorgarh Fort reverberates with tales of heroism and sacrifice and displays the Rajput culture and values in the real sense. Owing to its magnificent edifice, the Chittorgarh Fort was declared a UNESCO's World Heritage Site in the year 2013.

There is a long road of 1 km that leads to the Chittorgarh Fort and is quite steep. It is often considered to be the pride of the state as there are many historical sacrifices related to it. Chittorgarh Fort is also called the Water Fort as it had 84 water bodies once, but now there are only 22 of them left. The two major attractions of the fort are the towers Vijay Stambh and Kirti Stambh. Vijay Stambh refers to the tower of victory and the Kirti Stambh means tower of fame. The towers are illuminated in the evening and it looks even more beautiful. Apart from the towers, there are many palaces and temples within the premises of the fort, most notable being Meera Temple.

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Anjali Vij

on Chittorgarh Fort 5 years ago
One of the most famous forts from Rajasthan, the Chittorgarh Fort is filled with historical as well as architectural marvel. As it is spread over acres and acres of land, it becomes necessary to trav (Read More)el around the various historical monuments of the fort through transport such as jeeps or autorickshaws. The fort has stood witness to a variety of historically significant movements such that taking a guide is also a necessary evil. The guide is instrumental in understanding the history of the fort itself and that of Rajasthan and its princely forces back in the time. The city itself generates economy through the fort such that it is very conservative. I would recommend to wear comfortable and covered clothing so as to not raise objection from the locals.

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