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Introduction
The
fort is located in Bikaner, built in 1593 A.D. by Raja Rai Singh,
one of the most distinguished generals in the army of Emperor
Akbar, is considered one of India's most impressive fort complexes.
It's exquisitely decorated interiors are in an excellent state
of preservation. It is one of the few major forts, which were
not built on a hilltop. This provided the fort 986 metre long
wall,with a natural camouflage as it blended into the sandy desert
surrounding it, enabling it to remain unconquered for close to
400 years.
Only two gates provide the access inside
the fort. The Suraj Pol or the Sun Gate is the main entrance to
the fort. Chand Pol on the west facig sunset.
It consists of 37 palaces, pavilions and
temples built by different Kings stand protected by massive ramparts
and round towers. The walls are adorned with carved stones, marble,
paintings, and inlaid semi-precious stones. Each palace in the
complex was built by a different ruler, over the centuries. It
is an unassailable fortress, which has never been conquered.
>>Location : - Jungadh
Fort is located in Bikaner, Rajasthan . it is one of the most
imposing forts of Northern India.
Main attractions inside the
fort are
- Karan Pol (Gate)
- Suraj Pol, the sun gate
- Daulat Pol or Sati Pol
- Anup Mahal
- Ganga Niwas and
- Rang Mahal
- Har Mandir
>> Timings :-
Open daily from 10.00 hrs. to 17.00 hrs.
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