In the state of Rajasthan, in the north of India, one of the most impressive constructions of Indian culture is hidden. An architectural legacy that deserves a must see.
It is the Chittorgarh Fort , the largest in the country that houses palaces, temples and towers, protected by majestic walls that have centuries of history. Do you want to know a scene as old as it is mysterious? You have a date with history and architecture …
A citadel in ruins
Situated on an area of 2.8 square kilometers, the Chittorgarh Fort stands on a 180-meter-high hill. A majestic construction that presents its visitors with luxurious panoramic views.
But also, behind the walls of this superb construction there are a large number of palaces, temples and towers. A fort that has been uninhabited since the 16th century, but that has not lost a single iota of beauty, mystery and charm.
The fort is a perfect sample of Rajput architecture . A traditional architectural style of the country, which arouses the curiosity and interest of hundreds of travelers from all over the world.
Beauty and history
And what architectural gems are hidden inside this fortress? Beauties as magical as Vijay Stambha or the Tower of Victory, which reaches 37 meters in height. A tower that was built in the 15th century to commemorate the victory of King Mewar Rana Kumbha . Although we should not forget the Tower of Fame and the Rana Kumbha Palace, which by the way is the oldest monument in the Fort.
Some constructions that were once the home of emperors of India and that today are a magnificent architectural legacy. A fort surrounded by a circular wall and with seven huge entrances that give access to the historical beauty of the largest fort in the country.
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