32 Forts to Explore in Rajasthan

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Rajasthan

The Indian state having innumerable royal palaces and forts. It is also known for its Thar desert, royal culture and historical monuments, such as the Hawa Mahal, and the numerous baoris.

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Forts to Explore in Rajasthan

Kumbhalgarh Fort

This is a Mewar fortress on the westerly range of Aravalli ranges. This is a world heritage site included in the hill forts of Rajsthan built during the coarse of 15th century

Laxmangarh Fort

This is a ruined old fort situated at the top of a hill. This is the most imposing building in the Laxmangarh.

Lohagarh Fort

It was constructed by Bharatpur jat rulers situated in Bharatpur. Maharaja Suraj Mal used all his power and wealth to a good cause and built numerous forts and palaces across his kingdom, one of them being the Lohagarh Fort (Iron fort), which was one of the strongest ever built in Indian history.

Mandrayal Fort

Mandrayal fort is an oldest fort situated in Karauli, which is famous for its huge gate and the architecture inside. it is less popular among tourists.

Mehrangarh Fort and Museum

This is one of the largest forts in Rajasthan built in around 1459 by Rao Jodha. The fort is situated 410 feet above the city and is enclosed by imposing thick walls. Inside its boundaries, there are several palaces known for their intricate carvings and expansive courtyards. A winding road leads to and from the city below.

Nagaur Fort

Nagaur fort is a prime tourist location in Nagaur district. It is a beautiful sandy fortress built in the second century. This fort has witnessed plenty of battles during the Bygone era.

Nahargarh Fort

Nahargarh Fort originally named Sudarshangarh, was build mainly in 1734 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, the king of Jaipur. The fort was constructed as a place of retreat on the summit of the ridge above the city as it stands on the edge of the Aravalli Hills, overlooking the city of Jaipur.

Ramathra Fort

Ramathra Fort is located at Karauli district of Rajasthan, India. Ramathra Fort is located just south of the golden triangle of Jaipur, Agra, and Delhi. It is a 4-hour drive from Jaipur and Just 2 hours from Sawai Madhopur en route to Agra. It is excellent for Bird watching and exploring the countryside around the area.

Ranthambore Fort

A UNESCO World Heritage site which Lies within the Ranthambore national park . It is a formidable fort having been a focal point of the historical developments of Rajasthan.

Shergarh Fort Dholpur

named after Sher Shah Suri. now in ruins, is said to be more than 3,000 years old. It is located to the south of the city, next to the Chambal River. As per historical records, this fort was first built by King Maldev in 1532. Sher Shah attacked and captured it. It had, then, been rechristened after Sher Shah Sur who restored the fort in 1540 AD to protect the Afghan kingdom from the onslaughts the Mewar in mid 16th century on the western frontier.

Taragarh Fort

Constructed in the year 1354, the Taragarh fort is one of the most impressive structures in the city of Ajmer, in the northern state of Rajasthan in India.

The Dadhikar Fort

The Dadhikar Fort is a mid-segment heritage getaway in Alwar, with over 1,100 years of history overlooking Rajasthan countryside and the Aravalli hills.

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