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Chittorgarh is located in the southern part of the state of Rajasthan, in
the northwestern part of India. It is located beside a high hill near
the Gambheri River and was founded by Bappa Rawal in 8th century.The
story of Chittorgarh is a saga of valor, tenacity and sacrifice.
Chittorgarh (also Chittaurgarh) was sacked three times and its defenders
had to make the supreme sacrifice. The Fort of Chittorgarh is a treasure
trove of history and offers to the traveler 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.
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The Fort : Situated on hill top, Chittaurgarh
Fort is 180 m above sea and covers a staggering area of 700 acres.
Built by the Mauri rulers in 7 th century, umberalla shaped rooftops
and tablets form their distinct feature.It is a fine example of the
Rajput style of architecture.
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Kalika Mata Mandir : Situated towards the southern side
of the fort.The temple is dedicated to Goddess Kali, the symbol of
power and valour.It was built by Rana Hamir.The temple was
constructed on a large raised plinth and features beautiful carvings
and sculptures of the exterior and the mandap.
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Meerabai Temple : The temple is dedicated to the
mystic poetess Meera, and a devotee of Lord Krishna.The temple where
Meerabai worshipped Lord Krishna is built in north Indian style on a
raised plinth with a conical roof and beautiful inner sanctum. An
open colonnade around the sanctum has four small pavilions in each
corner.
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Padmini’s Palace : Built beside a large pool with a
pavilion in its centre. Legend relates that, as Padmini sat in this
pavilion. Ala-ud-din was permitted to see her reflection in a mirror
in the palace. This glimpse was the spark that convinced him to
destroy Chittor in order to possess her.
Excursion Of Chittorgarh :
▪ Nagri (20km) : 20 kms from
Chittaurgarh,One of the oldest towns of Rajasthan of great
importance during the Mauryan period,
is situated on the banks of River Bairach. the town known as
Madhyamika which flourished from the Mauryan to the Gupta era.
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Bassi Village (25-km) : 25 kms on the Bundi route is a
marvelous village with historical forts, temples, and Kunds (tanks).
It is
famous for its sculptures and wood craft.
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Menal (90-km) : Menal is 90 kms from Chittorgarh on the Bundi-Chittor raod amid the natural beauty is Menal.It has many
ancient Shiv temples, a waterfall and dense beautiful forest.
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Sanwariyaji Temple (40-km) : 40 km from Chiitorgarh
.This modern temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna and an important
pilgrimage spot for Hindus.
How
To Reach Chittorgarh
Air : Nearest
airport is Udaipur- 112kms.
Rail : There are trains from Ajmer, Jaipur, Delhi, Udaipur,
Alwar, Kota and Ahmedabad (meter gauge).
Know for its wooden painted
toys made in the surrounding villages, and thewa
gold jewellery in its own distictive style. Also
Akola printed fabrics and
leather juttees made in Gangrar. Favourite
shopping spots include Sadar Bazaar, Rana Sanga
Market, New Cloth Market, Fort Road Market,
Ghandi
Chowk and Station Circle.
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