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Chittorgarh Fort

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Chittorgarh Fort Aerial View | India's Largest Fort | 4K UHD

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Structures inside Chittorgarh Fort : Rajasthan

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Chittorgarh Kila || Ancient Warrior ||

The Chittorgarh, also known as Chittod Fort, is one of the largest forts in India. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The fort was the capital of Mewar and is located in the present-day city of Chittorgarh. It sprawls over a hill 180 m (590.6 ft) in height spread over an area of 280 ha above the plains of the valley drained by the Berach River. The fort covers 65 historic structures, which include four palaces, 19 large temples, 20 large water bodies, 4 memorials and a few victory towers.
  • Geography 

  • History 

  • Siege of 1303 

  • Rana Hammir and successors 

  • Rana Kumbha and clan 

  • Chittorgarh Under Rana Sanga 

  • Siege of 1535 

  • Siege of 1567 

  • Mughal–Rajput peace treaty of 1616 

  • Precincts 

  • Gates 

  • Kirti Stambha 

  • Rana Kumbha Palace 

  • Fateh Prakash Palace 

  • Padmini's Palace 

  • Other sights 

  • Culture