List of Famous & Popular Forts of Rajasthan

Rajasthan, popularly known as the land of royals has a great past and really magnificent heritage. This is a beautiful place that has a number of forts and palaces that has been made by various great personalities and even has left their marks of bravery, grandeur and valour.

The forts in Rajasthan reminds of the great culture, tradition and heritage here. Be it Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Udaipur, Jodhpur or the city of Bikaner, every city has forts. Each and every part of the state Rajasthan has timeless and magnificent forts that are a must to visit. Some of them are…

Chittorgarh Fort

This is the largest fort in India and is the grandest fort in the state of Rajasthan. This fort is plainly known as Chittor which was the capital of Mewar during their rule. This fort is situated several kilometres by south road of Bhilwara. It is situated majestically over a hill which is 180 metres in height and is spread over an area of 280 hectares above the plains of the river Breach. The fort has an evocative history and is studded with the historical palaces, gates laid with ancient architecture, temples and even two prominent commemoration towers. These monuments have inspired tourist to visit and even too writers for many centuries.

Jaisalmer Fort

Being situated in the city of Jaisalmer in the state of Rajasthan, the Jaisalmer fort is one of the grandest forts in the world. This fort was constructed in 1156 AD by the Bharati Rajput ruler Rawal Jaisal, from where this fort got its name. This fort stands proudly over the vast golden stretches of the Thar Desert on trikuta hill and has played an important role in many battles. The walls that are of yellow sandstone walls are like the tawny colour of the animal lion during the day, and turns out to be faded honey-gold as the sun-sets, and therefore camouflaging the fort in the yellow desert. Thus for this very reason this fort is especially entitles as the “Golden Fort”.

Taragarh Fort

Taragarh fort popularly known as the star fort is one of the most impressive structures of the city Bundi, in the state of Rajasthan. This fort is located approximately 39km from the city of Kota. Constructed upon a hillside this fort was built in AD 1354. To the fort there are three gateways namely Lakshmi pol, Phuta Darwaza, Gagudi ki Phatak and many parts of these gateways are in ruins now. This fort is well known for its tunnels crisscrossing the entire hillside during the day time. However these tunnels are not accessible for want in proper world maps.

Amer Fort

This fort also pronounced as Amber Fort is situated in Amer, which is a very small town and is 11 kms. From Jaipur which is the capital of Rajasthan. The major tourist attractions in the Jaipur area are mostly high hill areas. Amer fort is well known for its artistic style, which blends both the elements of Hindus as well as Mughals. Due to its large ramparts, the series of gates and the cobbled pathways overlooks the Maota Lake at its forefront. The aesthetic ambience of this fort can be seen within the four level well planned layouts with red stones and marbles. This consists of the diwan-e-aam or the hall for public audience, diwan-e-khas or the hall of private audience.

Mehrangarh Fort

This fort is situated approximately 400 feet above the city area and is very well enclosed by imposed thick walls. Inside these thick walls are the several palaces which are well known for their intricate carvings and expansive courtyards. The road that winds leads to and fro to the city area below. The many imprints of the cannonball that were hit by the attacking armies can be very clearly seen on the second Gate of the fort. On the left of this fort is the fort of Chhatri of Kirat Singh Soda, who died on the spot defending the Mehrangarh fort, the remains or this soldier, can still be seen. There are several gates to make an entry the fort which even include Jayapol which was built by Maharaja Man Singh to his commemorate his victory over Jaipur and Bikaner armies.

Ranthambore Fort

This is a formidable fort and has been always a focal point which witnessed a large number of historical developments in the state of Rajasthan. It is situated near Sawai Madhopur town. It lies within the famous Ranthambore National Park which was formerly the hunting grounds for the Maharaja’s of Jaipur before India got its independence.

Hill Fort Kesroli

This hill fort is located in Alwar and was built about six centuries ago by the Yaduvanshi Rajputs, who are said to be known as the descendants of lord Krishna. At that time this fort was named as Khanzadas after being converted into Islam is the middle of the 14th century. As the time passed by many centuries this fort has changed hands many times. Initially this fort was conquered by the Mughals and then by the Jats and finally it came into the hands of the Rajputs in 1775. This fort is now finally given on lease to the heritage company Neemrana Hotels which plan to develop it in much better way. This fort is located at a good place were zoologist and ornithologist amateur who want to discover the wild life can visit here.