Tourist Attractions of Chittorgarh - The Chittorgarh
Fort covers an area of 700 acres
and is perched atop a steep hill
that offers splendid views of
the surroundings. A vivid reminder
of a violent past that continues
to haunt the town, the Chittorgarh
Fort was built by the Maurya rulers
of the 7th century.
As a fiercely contested seat of
power, the Chittorgarh Fort in Chittorgarh has
witnessed many bloody battles
that brought down some very brave
men and women. It is also a saga
of bravery and sacrifice that
continues to live on in spite
of the ravages time has wrecked
upon it.
The Travel to Chittorgarh Fort is also the
story of Padmini, the brave queen
who chose death over dishonor
and committed Jauhar or self-immolation
with hundreds of other women.
The walls of this ruined citadel
still reverberate with the stories
of sacrifice that have inspired
many songs and ballads over the
centuries.
Owing to its strategic location,
the Chittorgarh Fort was attacked
thrice. The first attack was launched
by Allaudin Khilji in order to
capture queen Padmini. However,
the queen foiled his plans with
her act of sacrifice. Then there
were attacks by Bahadur Shah in
1535 AD and Akbar in 1568 AD.
The Tourist Attractions of Chittorgarh Fort could not
survive the last attack and was
almost razed to the ground. But
the heroism shown by the people
who went down fighting the ravagers
still lives on amidst the ruins.
They have now been immortalized
in many works of art that continue
to mesmerize us even today.
A visit to the Tourist Attractions of Chittorgarh Fort
would be an experience you would
cherish all your life. The fort
also houses many beautiful monuments
and palaces that are sure to fascinate
you. They include the Fateh Prakash
Palace, Queen Padmini's Palace,
Vijay Stambh and the Kirti Stambh.
Besides, the Suraj Pol gate that
ushers visitors into the citadel
is a sight to marvel at.
In spite of its dilapidated state,
you will not miss the Travel to Chittorgarh
Fort's grandeur and opulence.
In the end, you will surely promise
yourself a second visit that would
help you relive your experience
all over again.
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