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Kumbhalgarh
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Its history and
Kumbhalgarh Fort |
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History of: |
500 years approx. |
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A stunning edifice in the
magnificient history of medieval India, Kumbhalgarh in Rajasthan
offers a scenic tourist spot. This appealing and exceptional location
entices tourists with its exquisite monuments, royal Chhathris and
glorious palaces. Nested in the foothills of the pebbly mountains,
this magnificient place reminds one of the valor and heroism of the
legendary Rana Kumbha, the indomitable spirit behind the colossal
stronghold of Rajput clan.
A historic place that houses one among the strongest fortress,
Kumbhalgarh boast of so many intricately carved temples, which exposes
the visitor in to the marvels of superb artistry. Though the fifteenth
century bastion is the remarkable attraction, other fascinations of
Kumbhagarh are not far behind. With its enthralling and verdant
landscapes, deep jungles and pretty gorges this land is the abode of
mesmerizing beauty.
Kumbhalgarh in Rajasthan was once the seat of Prince Samprati, who was
the Jain descendants of the erstwhile Mauryan Dynasty, who ruled here
in the 2nd century.
Rana Kumbha is said to have been the most important ruler of
Kumbhalgarh. He is believed to have designed 32 out of the 84 fortress
that were then used for aiding Mewar. At that time, it also served as
a safe haven for Mewar�s rulers during the times of contention.
The city is also associated with Prince Udai, who is said to have been
smuggled out of Chittor in the year 1535, when Chittor was under the
siege of the Mughals. The prince later became the king and founded the
city of Udaipur.
The combined forces of Emperor Akbar, Raja Man Singh of Amber and Raja
Udai Singh of Marwar, led to the siege of Kumbhalgarh.
Major Attractions
Kumbhalgarh Fort
Kumbhalgarh Fort is the second most important fort of Rajasthan after
Chittorgarh. Located at a distance of 64 kms from Udaipur in Rajasmand
district, Kumbhalgarh Fort is easily accessible from the city of
Udaipur. This unconquerable fortress is secured under the kind
protection of the Aravali ranges. Kumbhalgarh Fort was built by
Maharana Rana Kumbha in the 15th century. The fort derived its name
from the same factor.
Encircled by thirteen elevated mountain peaks, the fort is constructed
on the top most ridges around 1,914 meters above sea level. The
fortifications of the fort extend to the length of 36 kilometers and
this fact has made this fort to be in the international records. It is
stated to be the second longest wall in the world, the first being
''the Great Wall of China''. The huge complex of the Fort has numerous
palaces, temples and gardens making it more magnificent.
Distance
from major cities
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Jodhpur |
215 Kms |
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Udaipur |
126 Kms |
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Jaipur |
331 Kms |
How to reach there
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Udaipur is the nearest airport and is
well connected to Jaipur, Delhi and Mumbai |
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Udaipur is the nearest railway
station and is well-connected with all major cities of India. |
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Kumbhalgarh is on SH-16 and well
connected by road to all major cities of Rajasthan. |
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