Historical Essay: The Chittorgarh Fort, In Rajasthan
Chittorgarh is located on the banks of Gambhiri and Berach River. Though the pre-historic story of this district in Rajasthan is written in blood and sacrifice. The best time to visit is in months of January to March or from September to December. You may think what’s so special in here. Read ahead and you can explore the facts which will enthrall you to visit this fort at least once in your lifetime.
The Chittorgarh Fort was built during the 7th century AD by the Mauryans and was named after the Mauryan ruler Chitrangada Mori, and was used until 1568. During the course of its history, Chittorgarh Fort was habitually controlled by the Rajput clan, Sisodia.
When viewed from the higher view, the fort is shaped like a fish. It has a boundary …show more content…
These could have the capacity of 4 billion liters of water. That is equal to the water needs of 50,000 army men. The water bodies include of ponds, wells, and such resources. Roughly 40% of Chittorgarh Fort’s Area was used for collecting or storing billions of liters of water. The fort that once boasted of 84 water bodies of which only 22 remain. These water bodies are fed by natural catchment and rainfall, and have a combined storage of 4 billion litres that could meet the water needs of an army of 50,000. These water bodies are in the form of ponds, wells and step …show more content…
Though large in area, it's fully motor able so no bother for elderly people (but few steps may disappoint them). It has 'n' number of stories viz. Rani Padmini, Meerabai, Rana Kumbha, Alauddin Khilji etc to feel on the fort. It takes us to historic era. It has nice architecture and carvings.
• FACT #7
There are seven gateways in the fort which was built during 1433-1468 by Rana Kumbha. The names of the gates include that of the Paidal Pol, Bhairon Pol, Hanuman Pol, Ganesh Pol, Jorla Pol, Laxman Pol, and Ram Pol, the final and main gate
• FACT #8
The bronze gates of this pavilion were removed and transported to Agra by the great king
The Chittorgarh Fort was built during the 7th century AD by the Mauryans and was named after the Mauryan ruler Chitrangada Mori, and was used until 1568. During the course of its history, Chittorgarh Fort was habitually controlled by the Rajput clan, Sisodia.
When viewed from the higher view, the fort is shaped like a fish. It has a boundary …show more content…
These could have the capacity of 4 billion liters of water. That is equal to the water needs of 50,000 army men. The water bodies include of ponds, wells, and such resources. Roughly 40% of Chittorgarh Fort’s Area was used for collecting or storing billions of liters of water. The fort that once boasted of 84 water bodies of which only 22 remain. These water bodies are fed by natural catchment and rainfall, and have a combined storage of 4 billion litres that could meet the water needs of an army of 50,000. These water bodies are in the form of ponds, wells and step …show more content…
Though large in area, it's fully motor able so no bother for elderly people (but few steps may disappoint them). It has 'n' number of stories viz. Rani Padmini, Meerabai, Rana Kumbha, Alauddin Khilji etc to feel on the fort. It takes us to historic era. It has nice architecture and carvings.
• FACT #7
There are seven gateways in the fort which was built during 1433-1468 by Rana Kumbha. The names of the gates include that of the Paidal Pol, Bhairon Pol, Hanuman Pol, Ganesh Pol, Jorla Pol, Laxman Pol, and Ram Pol, the final and main gate
• FACT #8
The bronze gates of this pavilion were removed and transported to Agra by the great king