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The
Land of Rich Heritage, Colors and Traditions brings out
the most of regal experiences. Check out the mood of various
Destinations in Rajasthan, most liked and appreciated
by Travelers around the globe. |
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Chittorgarh - Tourist Attractions |
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The
indomitable pride of Chittor, the fort is a massive
structure with many gateways built by the later Maurya
rulers in 7th century A.D· Perched on a 180 m high hill,
it sprawls over 700 acres. The chhatris within are
impressive reminders of the Rajput heroism.The main gates
are Padal Pol, Bhairon Pol, Hanuman Pol and Ram Pol.The
fort has many magnificent monuments, which are fine
examples of the Rajput architecture.The ancient ruins of
the fort are worth spending few moments in solitude. |
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The imposing 37 metre high
structure with nine storeys has exquisite sculptures of
Hindu deities and depicting episodes from the two great
epics Ramayana and Mahabharatha. It was built in 1440 AD.
by Maharaja Kumbha, a powerful ruler of Mewar, to
commemorate his victory over the Muslim rulers of Malwa
and Gujarat. |
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This ruined edifice of great historical and
architectural interest is the most massive monument in
the fort of Chittaur. The palace is believed to have
underground cellars. The pool beside the palace is a
magnificent one. It was here that Rana Ratan Singh
showed a glimpse of Queen Padmini to Alauddin Khilji.
Rani Padnmini stood in a Zanana Mahal a pavilion in the
centre and her reflection was visible to Alauddin Khilji
in a mirror placed in the main hall. After having a
glimpse of the legendary beauty, Alauddin went to the
extent of ravaging Chittaur in order to possess her.
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A walk down
the temple will lead you to this deep tank. A spring
feeds the tank from a carved cow's mouth in the
cliffside-from, which the reservoir got its name. |
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The 22
metre high tower was built by a wealthy Jain merchant in
the 12th century AD.The tower is dedicated to Adinathji,
the first of the Jain Tirthankaras and is decorated with
figures of the Jain pantheon. The Chittor Kirtistambha
is the only surviving tower from its period in north
India. The hilltop fortress of Chittorgarh epitomises
the romantic, doomed ideal of Rajput chivalry. Today,
the fort is a deserted, peaceful ruin standing on a
280-hectare site atop a 180m hill jutting abruptly from
the surrounding plain. This monument to heroism is well
off the tourist circuit, but it's worth a detour.. |
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A sanctuary
near Bassi, covering an area of 50 Sq with panthers, wild
boars, antelopes, mongoose and migratory birds. Prior
permission has to be obtained from the District Forest
Officer, Chittorgarh before visiting the sanctuary.
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It is 125 km
from Chittorgarh. A 16th century magnificent fort near
Pratapgarh with some beautiful palaces ornate with murals
and splendid Jam temples. |
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90 km
from Chittorgarh. Amidst the natural beauty lies Menal,
the coldest town famous for its ancient Shiva temples,
picturesque waterfalls and dense forests on the
Bundi-Chittaur road. |
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It is
situated 16 Km from Menal and was once a group of 100
temples. Today, only three are remaining of which one has
a huge figure of Ganesh. |
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A detour
between Menal and Bijolia takes you to Mandalgarh, which
is the third fort of Mewar built by Rana Kumbha.
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17 Km from
Chittorgarh. It is one of the oldest towns in Rajasthan
north of Chottor. Hindu and Buddhist remains of the
Mauryan to the Gupta period have been found here.
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Air :
The nearest airport, 90 km from the Dabok airport in
Udaipur.
Rail : Chittorgarh
is well connected by rail. These are the best services -
Chetak Express (Delhi Sarai Rohilla Chittorgarh-Udaipur);
(Kota Chittorgarh-Nimach); 9769 Express (Khandawa-Chittorgarh-Ajmer).
Road : Bus services
operate to several important destinations like Delhi (583
km), Chittorgarh (297 km), Jaipur (325 km), Indore (325 km)
and Ajmer (185 km). |
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The
indomitable pride of Chittor, the fort is a massive
structure with many gateways built by the later Maurya
rulers in 7th century A.D· Perched on a 180 m high hill,
it sprawls over 700 acres. The chhatris within are
impressive reminders of the Rajput heroism.The main gates
are Padal Pol, Bhairon Pol, Hanuman Pol and Ram Pol.The
fort has many magnificent monuments, which are fine
examples of the Rajput architecture. The ancient ruins of
the fort are worth spending few moments in solitude. |
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