Tourism in Chittorgarh

Chittorgarh is located in the South Eastern part of the Indian and the state of Rajasthan. The administrative head quarters of Chittorgarh District in Rajasthan, is an old city covers a total area of about 10,856 square km which is about 3.17% of the total geographical area of the state. Alauddin Khilji was the first to sack Chittaur in

1303 A.D. overpowered by a passionate desire to possess the regal beauty, queen Padmini. Legend has it, that he saw her face in the reflection of a mirror and was struck by her mesmerising beauty. But the noble queen preferred death to dishonour and committed ‘Jauhar’. The travelers get an opportunity to look into the lavish life of ancient Rajput monarchs. The city is bounded by the Aravalli Hills on all sides. The major rivers passing through the city are the Chambal, Banas, Bedach, Jakaharn, Gambhiri, and Gunjali. There are a large number of places in this city for the tourists attraction to visit. This Fort of Chittorgarh is a treasure of history and offers to the tourists an insight into the life of the Great Rajput rulers, who laid down their lives fighting a superior enemy instead of leading a life of submission under them.

Western railways connect Chittorgarh with all major cities they are Ajmer, Delhi, Jaipur, Ratlam, Udaipur. However the convenient railhead is Udaipur. By roads it is well connected from Agra 557 kms, Ajmer 182 kms, Delhi 578 kms, Jaipur 320 kms, Jodhpur, Kota 000 kms, Mount Abu 390 kms and Udaipur 115 kms to Chittaurgarh.

Tourist attraction in chittorgarh

Chittorgarh Fort

The fort is the fisrt demand by the tourist to be visited at the first day of stay at Chittorgarh. The Chittorgarh Fort is regarded as one of the most wonderful forts in India and it is situated on a 180 m high hillock covering an area of about 700 acres and is believed to be built in the 7th Century. Chittorgarh Fort is a massive structure with a 1 kilometre zigzag accent to it. There are many gateways in the fort which includes Padal Pol, Bhairon Pol, Hanuman Pol and Ram Pol. The fort is also called the “Water Fort” and had 84 water bodies of which 22 still exist.

Tower of Victory (Vijay Stambh)

It was Built in 1440.AD. This 9 storey tower is a 15th Century tower built by by Maharana Kumbha to commemorate his victory over Muhammad Khilj. The tower is adorned beautifully with sculptures of Hindu deities. There are around 157 narrow steps leading to the terrace where the balconies give a beautiful top angle view of the whole town.When illuminated in the evening, the tower reflects a mesmerizing effect and the view is worth capturing in the camera.

Kumbha Shyam Temple

This place of pilgrimage came into existence in the sway of Rana Kumbha in 1448 A.D. It is dedicated to poetess Meerabai whose divine love for Lord Krishna made her an eminent personality in Hindu Mythology. Meera, a sober disciple of Krishna had surrendered her entire life for him.

Jain Temples

There are six Jain temples in the fort of Chittor. The largest among them is the temple dedicated to Bhagawan Adinatha with fifty-two devkulikas. The seven-storied Kirtistambh, built in the 14th Century is dedicated Bhagawan Adinatha.