Introduction
of Kumbhalgarh
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is one of the finest examples of defensive fortification in
Rajasthan. Kumbhalgarh is about 85 km from Udaipur. The Kumbhalgarh
fort was the second most important fort of the Mewar kingdom after
Chittorgarh. This fort is rising from a prominent ridge at a height
of 1914 meters high from the sea level. The fort was built in 15th
century AD by Rana Kumbha. The climate in Kumbhalgarh is temperate.
In summers the temperature is about 42.6 degree Celsius and in
winters it is about 11.6 degree Celsius. The best season to
travel to Kumbhalgarh is
from October to February. English, Hindi and Rajasthani are the
common languages which are spoken here. |
History
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| Kumbhalgarh
is known for its historical fort. Kumbhalgarh fort is the second
most important fort in Rajasthan after Chittorgarh. This fort
was built in 15th century AD by Rana Kumbha between 1445 and
1458 AD. The massive fort, encompassed by a 36 km long wall, has
seven majestic gates and seven ramparts, one within the other
which are ideal for nature trail. The Last gate-the 'Nimboo Pol'
has fascinating chambers. According to history, the infant Udai
Singh who later founded Udaipur, was smuggled from Bundi and was
hidden in these chambers to save himself from his murderous
intentions of his uncles. The fort has witnessed many heroic
deeds of great warriors. This
formidable fort fell only once to the army of Akbar and that too
because the water supply was contaminated by the enemy forces.
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Tourist
Attraction in Kumbhalgarh
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The
main tourist attractions in Kumbhalgarh is the Kumbhalgarh Fort.
Even
today, it is one of the most inaccessible forts of Rajasthan and
reached with great difficulty. This fort stands on a rocky hill
commanding an excellent view of the wild and rugged scenery of
the Aravalis and the sandy desert of Marwar. It is defended by a
series of walls with battlements and bastions. The other
attraction is the “Badal Mahal” or the Cloud Palace. This
palace which is situated at the top of the hill offers a scenic
view of the surrounding countryside. It was renovated in the
late 19th century. Near to Kumbhalgarh are the Ranakpur
Jain Temples which is about 25 km south west of Kumbhalgarh.
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How
to get here
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By
Air:
The
nearest airport is at Udaipur which is about 85 km.
By
Rail:
Some
train services connects Kumbhalgarh with some of the
cities of Rajasthan.
By
Road:
A
good network of roads links Kumbhalgarh with many
important cities in and outside the Rajasthan.
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Map
of Kumbhalgarh
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Tourist
Attractions in Kumbhalgarh
Kumbhalgarh
Fort
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Kumbhalgarh is about 84 km from Udaipur which is situated in the north
western Rajasthan. Kumbhalgarh is one of the finest examples of defensive
fortification in Rajasthan. Kumbhalgarh stands on the site of an ancient
citadel dating back to the second century AD, belonging to a Jain
descendant of India's Mauryan emperors. Kumbhalgarh is famous for its 15th
century fort and a game sanctuary. Kumbhalgarh, the fort city is well
connected to the other parts of Rajasthan by road. The Kumbhalgarh fort
was the second most important fort of the Mewar kingdom after Chittorgarh. |
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This fort is rising from a prominent ridge at a height of 1914 meters
high from the sea level. The fort was built between 1445 and 1458 AD
by Rana Kumbha. Kumbhalgarh Fort provides an excellent view of the
countryside. The huge stone bastion stands atop a hill and allows
access through spiked gates. The massive fort, encompassed by a 36 km
long wall, has seven majestic gates and seven ramparts, one within the
other which are ideal for nature trail. The wall of the fort is about
25 feet thick and is the second largest continuous wall in the world.
Within its fortified ramparts are palaces, temples, fields, water
sources and farms. The Last gate-the "Nimboo Pol" has fascinating
chambers. Kumbhalgarh fort has twenty one beautifully decorated
air-conditioned rooms with marble inlay and individual open terrace
with uninterrupted view. |
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History of Kumbhalgarh
Fort
According to legends, the infant Udai Singh who later founded Udaipur,
was smuggled from Bundi and was hidden in the chambers of "Nimboo Pol"
to save himself from his murderous intentions of his uncles. The fort
has also witnessed many heroic deeds of great warriors. This
formidable fort fell only once to the army of Akbar and that too
because the water supply was contaminated by the enemy forces.
Kumbhalgarh also has its significance of being the birth place of
Maharana Pratap. |
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Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary :
The majestic fort of Kumbhalgarh overlooks the 578
square km Kumbhalgarh sanctuary.
Kumbhalgarh Wildlife
Sanctuary is spread over an area of 586 square km.
The
Aravallis hills, which remain barren for most of the
year, turn green during monsoon and thus provide
shelter to Sloth bear, Leopard, Deer, Four-horned
antelope and Flying squirrel.
During winters, the sanctuary becomes home to various
migratory birds like Flamingoes, Cormorants,
Spoonbills and Egrets. Scientifically bred crocodiles
in the lake within the sanctuary are the major
attraction of this sanctuary. It is also the only
sanctuary where the Indian wolf is breeding
successfully. The best time to visit this sanctuary is
from March to May and from September to November. |
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