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Kumbhalgarh Fort is the second most important fort of Rajasthan after Chittorgarh. Located at a distance of 64 kms from Udaipur in Rajasmand district, Kumbhalgarh Fort is easily accessible from the city of Udaipur.
This unconquerable fortress is secured under the kind protection of the Aravali ranges. Kumbhalgarh Fort was built by Maharana Rana Kumbha in the 15th century. The fort derived its name from the same factor.
Address :
Maharana Pratap Marg, Kumbhalgarh - 313325, District - Rajsamand, Rajasthan, India.
Accessibility :
Hotel Kumbhalgarh Fort is 95 km. from the Udaipur Airport, 70 km. from the Falna Railway Station and 03 km. from the Bus Stand.
Locational Advantage : Kumbhalgarh Hotels
Hotel Kumbhalgarh Fort is situated on a hill, facing the Kumbhalgarh valley.
The impregnable Fort boasts of seven massive gates, seven ramparts folded with one another with designed walls toughened by curved bastions and huge watch towers.
The strong structure and solid foundation of the Fort made it unbeatable till date. The hefty walls of the fort are broad enough to stand eight horses side by side.
There are not less than 360 temples inside the complex of the Fort. Amongst all of them, Shiva Temple is worth visiting that comprises a huge Shivalinga (Phallic form).
Named after the ruler of Mewar, Rana Kumbha, Kumbhalgarh is an imposing fortress built in the 15th century. Positioned strategically in relation to its neighbours of Gujarat and Marwar, the fort was also known as the eye of Mewar.
Kumbhalgarh Fort Hotel - The fort is encompassed by a 36 km long wall, which is claimed to be the longest in the world after "The Great Wall of China".
The architecture of the fort is in accordance with the ancient Hindu treatise, Vastu Shastra. Kumbhalgarh fort affords a breathtaking vista of the wild and rugged landscape of the Aravalli range.
What to Buy
The best place to shop is Udaipur only, which is 84km from Kumbhalgarh.
The vibrant markets lined with countless shops offer amazing shopping experience.
You can buy silver jwellery, tie and dye saris and turbans, miniature paintings, wall hangings and handicrafts. The beautiful images of Gods and goddesses made in the nearby Molalla village near Nathdwara are worth buying.
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How to get there
By Air: The nearest airport is at Udaipur, which is 85km from Kumbhalgarh.
By Rail: Ratlam (80km) is the nearest railway station connected with all the major cities of India.
By Road: Kumbhalgarh is easily accessible by road from Udaipur (84 km) and Ranakpur (18 km).
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