Kumbhalgarh Fort: What makes it a must-visit with Rajasthan Tour Packages for 2022?

The very name of the Indian state, Rajasthan, drives our minds to think of the desert with its sandy dunes, historic villages and their narrow lanes studded with locals wearing traditional and colorful clothes, wide courtyards of palaces, bustling markets, towering structures of forts that bid our “hi” to the skies, delectable cuisines and cultural lures.

Every bit of this image is true, as the state beckons several awe-inspiring raptures for every traveler. And this post features one of them.

The magnificence of Kumbhalgarh Fort, the imposing structure of it and the legendary gallants related to it—how we could resist ourselves to not pen-down about this wondrous fort of Rajasthan.

History of Kumbhalgarh Fort

The construction of this magnificent fortress in Rajasthan took almost 15 years. And when you see it glowing with pride amidst the peaks of Aravali ranges, even the period of 15 years will appear too short for creation of this architectural masterpiece. The legendary Fort is the birthplace of Rajput legend Maharana Pratap.

Surrounded by peaks on most of its sides, the fort has been one of the impregnable structures of the royal state. It has remained devoid of any conquests except for that by Mughal Army when the water supply of the fort was spooked.

Architectural attractions of Kumbhalgarh Fort

Even with an adequately strategized location, the fort is guarded by seven gateways, which are called Pols. The most notable attraction of the Kumbhalgarh Fort is its 36-kilometer-long wall that runs around its periphery. The wall is the second largest wall in the world after the “Great Wall of China” and is called the “Great Wall of India” as well since it is the largest in the country. While walking along the wall, you can see several tapered openings built for archers and soldiers to make their moves while being shielded by this fortified wall simultaneously.

Other than this, there are several different Jain temples numbered up to 360 within the fort complex. While the exteriors of temples are built of sturdy rocks, fortifying the structure and withstanding several battles, these temples will lure you with their intricate carvings.

Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Neelkantha Mahadeva Temple is one of the most significant temples within the fort complex, and houses a 5-foot-high lingam. Baawan Devi temples are also a must-visit attraction, as the temple presides over 52 shrines.

Apart from these temples, the fort also features three palaces: Badal Mahal, which is at the top of the fortress, Kumbha Palace; and Jhali Ka Malia, which is famed as the birth spot of legendary Maharana Pratap. While Kumbha Palace depicts the brilliance of Rajputana architectural style, the simple yet impressive ambiance of Badal Mahal will also mesmerize every soul. The panoramic view of the iconic fort and its surroundings from the top of Badal Mahal is inexplicable.

Another attraction that interests many Indian and foreign tourists is the storage building for several cannons. Nimbu Pol is also one of the highlights of the fort, as it witnesses the loyalty of maid Panna Dhai, who made the sacrifice of her son by sending him in place of young and to-be-King Maharaja Udai Singh. Her gallants are still popular among the locals.

Interesting things about Kumbhalgarh Fort you might not know about:

The very interesting thing and probably the most distinctive thing about the fort is the wall, which doesn’t follow any straight path but instead has edges.

So, after knowing so much, have you planned your visit to Kumbhalgarh with Rajasthan Tour Packages or not? If not, don’t wait and plan your Rajasthan Trip to explore the mighty Kumbalgarh Fort.