The Kumbhalgarh Fort Near Udaipur
One of the bets instances of defensive strengthens of Rajasthan is Kumbhalgarh
. This is the place which is around eighty five kilometers away from Udaipur. The fort of the Kumbhalgarh is the second most significant fort after Chittorgarh of the Mewar Kingdom.
Kumbhalgarh is geographically situated 82 km away from Udaipur towards its northwest. It is built on a hill top in an altitude of 1100 meters above sea level and this geographical setting of the fortress enhance the charm of the land all the more. The fortress has 15 feet thick frontal walls and beholds seven fortified gateways.
Kumbhalgarh was practically unreachable in the olden days and Rana Kumbha of Mewar had designed the fort with self-protective aspects. Kumbhalgarh fort was built at an altitude of 3,500 feet above sea level with clear a sight of Ajmer and Marwar. After Chittaurgarh fort, the Kumbhalgarh fort is the most popular and important fort in the Mewar region. The perimeter wall of Kumbhalgarh fort is a sprawling 36 kilometer long structure. It is the third longest wall in the world after the Great Wall of China and the Great Wall of Gorgan (Iran).
The fortress is shielded by seven enormous gates. According to legend, when the king started the construction the structure would breakdown everyday at sunset. The king was then advised to offer a human sacrifice in order to continue building. Today a temple is dedicated to the sacrifice at the main gate of the fortress.The palace at the top of the cliff, known as Badal Mahal is a two-storied structure divided into two interconnected but distinct portions, the Zanana and the Mardana Mahal. The palace is elaborately decorated with oil paintings. The Zanana Mahal is provided with stone jalis which enabled the queens to see the court proceedings and other events in privacy.
Kartargarh is the magnificent fort built inside the Kumbhalgarh fort itself. Though it has become ruin, but it attracts scores of tourists because of its amazing construction. Kartargarh is known for its 365 temples among which the most famous one is massive Shivlinga (devoted to Lord Shiva) were large number of devotees come because of religious purposes.
Kumbhalgarh is home to intricately carved temples, which depicts excellent artistic phenomenon. The fort has more than 360 temples, out of which 300 are ancient Jain temples and the rest, Hindu temples. Some of the well known temples are Vedi temple, Parasuram temple and Nilkanth Mahadeo temple among others. The fort was inhabited till the 19th century, after which it was converted into a public museum.
The name Kumbhalgarh is also synonymous with Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary that lies surrounding the Kumbhalgarh fortress. This sanctuary, situated at an elevation in the range of 500 to 1,300 m, covers an area of six hundred sq km. The sanctuary houses many endangered species of wild-life like wolf, leopards, sloth bear, hyena, jackal, jungle cat, sambhar, nilgai, chausingha (the four horned antelope), chinkara and hare. This is the only sanctuary of Rajasthan, where you can find wolf engaged in its activities. This sanctuary inhabits more than forty wolves.It also houses an assortment of birds like grey jungle fowl, peacocks, doves, red spur owls, parakeets, golden oriole, bulbul, dove, grey pigeons and white breasted kingfisher. The Sanctuary also displays exquisite flora including many trees and plants having herbal qualities. You can also enjoy a safari trip to enjoy the beauty of the natural habitat of these birds and animals.
During your trip to Kumbhalgarh, an ancient place belonging to 2nd century AD, you should not miss Haldighati and Muchchal Mahavir, which are very popular tourist spots in the region.
Mewar is well connected to the rest of the world through all major modes of transportation. The land is also well accomplished with wide range of hotels and resorts that offer comfortable and relaxing stay for tourists making a trip to Kumbhalgarh. All the hotels of Mewar are well accomplished with modern luxury and comfort and come to tourists in wide range of budgets.
by: Ashima Banerjee
What To Consider When Seeking For The Best General Contractor? It Is Easy To Combat Phishing Attacks Prior Collaborative Divorce Counseling Helps Protect Marriages Finding The Perfect Summer Cottage Rental Find A Broadband Plan Customized For Convenience Ways To Calculate A divorce Settlement Edification In Australia Borrow Money Till Payday: Beneficiary Deal Make Your Stay Comfortable With The Best Resorts In Udaipur Special Meal With Special Vegetables Practice Test Paper & Mock Test Of Nism Series The Complexities Of Hr In Oil & Gas Sector Select Tansmith Shoes At Best Prices