Chittorgarh Fort

Chittorgarh Fort is regarded as the symbol of Rajput chivalry, resistance and bravery. The fort is situated 175 kilometer to the east of Udaipur and is believed to be named after the person who built it, Chitrangada Mori. The famous Chittorgarh fort, which is one of the largest in India, is situated on a 180 meter high hill that rises from the banks of river Berach. The fort is known for its seven gates namely Padan Gate, Ganesh Gate, Hanuman Gate, Bhairon Gate, Jodla Gate, Lakshman Gate and the main gate which is named after Lord Ram. The Chittorgarh fort houses many palaces, like the Rana Kumbha Palace, the Fateh Prakash Palace, the Tower of Victory and Rani Padmini's Palace. All these structures are significant for their Rajput architectural features. There are also many temples within the fort. A huge complex of Jain temples are a major attraction. Chittorgarh fort, along with other hill forts of Rajasthan was declared as UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2013.

Chittorgarh Fort Entry Fees
For Indian tourists, the entry fee is Rs. 10 and for foreign tourists, the charge is Rs. 100.

Interesting facts about Chittorgarh Fort
- The Chittorgarh Fort appears in the shape of a fish when seen from a bird’s eye view.
- The fort is known as the largest one in India, comprising of 65 historic sites.
- Chittorgarh Fort gained a lot of popularity and attracted a lot of tourists for the Jauhar Kund.

How to Reach Chittorgarh Fort
By Air : Once tourists arrive at the Dabok Airport, they will be flown to Chittorgarh, which lies at a distance of just 90 kms. Travelling by flight will save you a lot of time.
By Railways : If tourists are thinking of taking the train, then the rail network is well connected to numerous cities like Kota, Udaipur, Jaipur, Ajmer and Delhi. Another convenient and comfortable way of travelling, is boarding the Palace on Wheels, which too is connected to Chittorgarh station.
By Road : Tourists, who relish adventure and take pleasure in sweet time travel, can opt to travel to Chittorgarh through these routes: Jaipur (325 kilometers), Delhi (583 kilometers), Indoor (325 kilometers) and Ajmer (185 kilometers).