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Fascinating Rajasthan Forts And Palaces.

Apr 3rd, 2008 05:32
kumar gaurav, http://www.rajasthantravelsguide.com/

Fascinating Rajasthan Forts And Palaces
Fascinating Rajasthan Forts and Palaces tell the history of erstwhile
royal seat of the Rajputs. The Rajputs like the Mughals were prolific
builders and have patronized some of the most distinguished and
impressive forts and palaces in Rajasthan. Almost every city of the
fascinating Rajasthan is lined with splendid forts and palaces built by
various rulers and architects. These forts and palaces were generally
built outside the walled city over the high hills to protect the city.
Some of the Fascinating Rajasthan Forts and Palaces are:
Amber Fort, Jaipur
Amber Fort is 11 km from Jaipur and served as the capital of the
Kachhwaha dynasty for almost six centuries before the creation of
Jaipur. Various rulers like Raja Man Singh, Raja Jai Singh I and Raja
Jai Singh II constructed the buildings within the fort. The architecture
of Amber Fort is a classic blend of Mughal and Hindu architectural
styles. The buildings within the fort are the Diwan-I-Aam,
Diwan-I-Aaram, Kali Temple, Jai Mandir, Diwan-I-Khas, Sheesh Mahal and
Sukh Niwas.
Chittorgarh Fort, Chittorgarh
Bappa Rawal founded Chittorgarh, one of the oldest cities of Rajasthan,
in the mid-8th century AD. Chittorgarh Fort is built over a 180 m high
rocky hills of the Aravalli Ranges. The fort provides great strategic
importance to Chittorgarh. The fort has seven gates, namely, Padan Pol,
Bhairon Pol, Hanuman Pol, Ganesh Pol, Jorla Pol, Lakshman Pol and the
main gate Ram Pol. The major buildings within the Chittorgarh Fort are
the Vijay Stambh (Tower of Victory), Kirti Stambh (Tower of Fame) and
Rana Kumbha Palace.
Junagadh Fort, Bikaner
Raja Rai Singh, one of the Akbar’s distinguished generals built the 986
m long Junagadh Fort in Bikaner between 1588 and 1593 AD. Built by pink
sandstone, the fort has 37 pavilions, massive columns, arches, screens
and minarets. The carving and paintings on the fort is noteworthy and
attracts a lot of tourists. Some of the palaces within the fort are Anup
Mahal, Karan Mahal and Chandra Mahal.
Kumbhalgarh Fort, Udaipur
Rana Kumbha built the Kumbhalgarh Fort in 15th century AD. It was the
second most important fort of the Mewar kingdom after Chittorgarh.
Kumbhalgarh Fort is situated on the strategic location of the
northernmost ridge of the Aravallis range. Badal Mahal, within the fort,
is known for its elegant interiors and its towering height.
Mehrangarh Fort, Jodhpur
Rao Jodha constructed the Mehrangarh Fort in 1459 AD. There are seven
gateways to approach the fort. Rao Jodha and his successors built some
palaces within the fort from 1456 AD onwards. These palaces are Moti
Mahal, Chandan Mahal and Sheesh Mahal. Phool Mahal or Palace of Flowers
was built as a hall of private audience. The decoration within this
palace displays the ornamentation style of the 18th century AD. Phool
Mahal is remarkable for the rich gilded ceiling, the portraits of the
former rulers and the arms and weapons of the rulers.
Sonar Fort, Jaisalmer
Bhatti chief Jaisal laid the foundation of the Sonar Fort in Jaisalmer
in 1156. The fort is also known as the ‘Golden Fort’ because it is made
of yellow sandstone. The fort has four gates, namely, Ganesh Pol, Akshya
Pol, Suraj Pol and Hawa Pol. The Abdul Mahal or the Palace of Clouds
built in 19th century is the present residing place of the former rulers
of Jaisalmer. The other magnificent buildings within the fort are the
Rang Mahal, Gaj Vilas and Moti Mahal.
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