1. Mehrangarh Fort
Mehrangarh is a 15th century royal fort in Jodhpur. Literally meaning ‘The Sun Fort’, Mehrangarh Fort is indeed one of the most popular big forts in India. Guarded by 7 gates, Mehrangarh fort was built primarily for military defence but inside the fort one can find some of the most beautiful palaces. The palaces have ornately decorated ceilings and walls.
Nearby Places :
- Sheesh Mahal
- Phool Mahal
- Moti Mahal
- Zenana Deodi
- Chokelao Gardens
- Mehrangarh Fort Museum
- Chamunda Mataji Temple
- Nagnechi Ji Temple
2. Jaisalmer Fort
Jaisalmer Fort is probably one of the largest forts in India. This 12th century must-visit fort has been voted by visitors as a wondrous fort in Rajasthan. It is one of the largest desert forts in the world, and it is also known as the ‘Living Fort’ as a large population of Jaisalmer still lives within the fort.
Places Nearby
- Dashera Chowk
- Maharawal in Chauhata Square
- Raj Mahal
- Tazia Tower
- Jain Temple
- Jawahar Palace
- Laxmikanth Temple
- Ganesh Pol
- Rang Pol
- Bhoota Pol
- Hava Pol
3.Gwalior Fort
Gwalior Fort is profoundly steeped in history. The fort has been the witness of events like Tatya Tope fighting the British and Rani Lakshmi Bai breathing her last. One of the largest forts in India, Gwalior Fort is also the second oldest reference where the evidence of number ‘zero’ was found.
Places Nearby
- Man Mandir Palace
- Teli-ka-Mandir
- Saas-Bahu Temple
- Gujari Palace
- Jahangir Palace
- Karan Palace
- Shah Jahan Palace
4. Chittorgarh Fort
Chittorgarh fort is a spectacular fort perched on a hill of 591ft of elevation. The fort is built on 280 hectares of land and is probably one of the most beautiful forts in Rajasthan. What makes the fort unique is the fact that it was self-sufficient in water with 84 large water bodies in the form of wells, ponds and step wells with the storage capacity of 4 billion litres of water.
Places Nearby:
- Padan Pol
- Bhairon Pol
- Hanuman Pol
- Jodla Pol
- Ganesh Pol
- Laxman Pol
- Ram Pol (Main Gate)
- Jorla Pol (Joined Gate)
- Vijaya Stambha
- Kirti Stambha
- Rana Kumbha Palace
- Fateh Prakash Palace
- Gaumukh Reservoir
- Padmini’s Palace
