KUMBHALGARH FORT


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umbhalgarh Fort is the second most important fort of Rajasthan after Chittorgarh. Located at a distance of 64 km 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 topmost 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 sta
ted 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.

On your way to Kumbhalgarh fort, a few kilometers before, you will find yourself on a zigzag road going

through deep ravines and thick forests. This the way would take you to the Arait Pol, where you can trace the watch-tower and then Hulla Pol, Hanuman Pol, Ram Pol, Bhairava Pol, Paghra Pol, Top-khana Pol, and Nimboo Pol will come across your track.

The impregnable Fort boasts of seven massive gates, seven ramparts folded with one another with designed walls toughened by curved bastions and huge watchtowers. The strong structure and solid foundation of the Fort made it unbeatable till date. The hefty walls of the fort are broad enough to stand eight horses side by side. There are not less than 360 temples inside the complex of the Fort. Amongst all of them, Shiva Temple is worth visiting that comprises a huge Shivalinga (Phallic form).

The Fort is also known for its famous palace that resides on the top of the structure. This beautiful palace is known as 'Badal Mahal' or the Palace of Cloud. It is also accredited to be the birthplace of great warrior Maharana Pratap. This palace has beautiful rooms with the lovely color combination of green, turquoise and white presenting a bright contrast to the earthy colors of the Fort. This place gives the appearance of being wandering in the world of clouds. Cloud Palace also offers a fantastic panoramic vista of the downtown.

In the late 19th century, Rana Fateh Singh once again took the initiative to rebuild this remarkable palace. In the times of dissension, the fort also offered refuge to the rulers of Mewar. Even, the baby king Udai Singh was kept here safe during the time of battles. The large complex of the Fort offers ancient remnants to explore and one can spend a pleasurable evening while strolling through the ravines of Kumbhalgarh Fort.

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KUMBHALGARH FESTIVAL


When: 
1- 3 December 2019
Where: Rajasthan

Set against the backdrop of the magnificent Kumbhalgarh Fort near Udaipur, this three-day festival features Rajasthan's folk performances along with an art camp and puppet show. There is also a session on puppet making at the exhibition (kids love it). Festival highlights include dance performances by local artists. In the end, the performers invite audiences to join and shake a leg. In daylight hours, take a walk around the fort and witness its impressive turrets. During the festival, the fort is illuminated with yellow lights giving its facade a golden glow. Truly, the night time spectacle is not to be missed. We suggest you fly into Udaipur from your city and its just two hours drive from Udaipur to Kumbhalgarh.

Shopping for local ware is recommended. Not only will you boost the local economy, you will also take back a piece of beautiful craftsmanship back as memorabilia.

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About Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary -

                                                          
Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in Kumbhalgarh,rajasthan. The sanctuary succumbs the renowned fort in Rajasthan, The Kumbhalgarh Fort. The area is the best place for the tourist who loves to merge into the pages of history and to explore oneself into adventurous.
The sanctuary inhabits many wildlife mainly the endangered animals. Some of them are the wolfs, leopards, hyena, Sambhar, Nilgai, Golden Oriole, Parakeets, doves and many more. The place also is the habitat of many variety of plants and trees of medicinal purposes and herbal qualities. The place shares an accessible route from Udaipur. The place is a must go to visualize such cultural and heritage richness with the tint of a charming environment.
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