About Chittorgarh Chittorgarh in Rajasthan is situated 115 km to the east of Udaipur and spread over an area of 700 acres. It is located beside a high hill near the Gambheri River. Chittorgarh is full of historical forts, palaces, temples and towers. The history of Chittorgarh holds an important place in Indian history and is brimming with heroic tales of the great Rajput warriors. The origin of Chittorgarh can be found in history from the 7th century. Chittorgarh was earlier known as Chitrakut, after a local Rajput named Chitrang. The kingdom of Chittorgarh was given as dowry to Bappa Rawal, who established the Sisodia dynasty at the time of his marriage to princess Solanki in the mid-8th century. Bappa Rawal’s descendants were the rulers of the place from the 8th to the 16th century. The most important site of Chittorgarh is the Chittorgarh Fort. It is a patriotic emblem built in remembrance of the victory of the kingdom over Mohammed Khilji. The Tower of Victory or Vijay Stambha, as it is called, has nine floors which have carvings of Hindu gods and goddesses and stories from the epics of Ramayana and Mahabharata. The tower is 37 metres high. Maha Sati, a sacred place, is located at Ahar in Chittorgarh. Maha Sati is famous for its natural reservoir, Gangodbhawa Kund.
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About ChittorgarhChittorgarh in Rajasthan is situated 115 km to the east of Udaipur and spread over an area of 700 acres. It is located beside a high hill near the Gambheri River. Chittorgarh is full of historical forts, palaces, temples and towers.
The history of Chittorgarh holds an important place in Indian history and is brimming with heroic tales of the great Rajput warriors. The origin of Chittorgarh can be found in history from the 7th century. Chittorgarh was earlier known as Chitrakut, after a local Rajput named Chitrang.
The kingdom of Chittorgarh was given as dowry to Bappa Rawal, who established the Sisodia dynasty at the time of his marriage to princess Solanki in the mid-8th century. Bappa Rawal’s descendants were the rulers of the place from the 8th to the 16th century.
The most important site of Chittorgarh is the Chittorgarh Fort. It is a patriotic emblem built in remembrance of the victory of the kingdom over Mohammed Khilji. The Tower of Victory or Vijay Stambha, as it is called, has nine floors which have carvings of Hindu gods and goddesses and stories from the epics of Ramayana and Mahabharata. The tower is 37 metres high.
Maha Sati, a sacred place, is located at Ahar in Chittorgarh. Maha Sati is famous for its natural reservoir, Gangodbhawa Kund. According to mythology, it had been found that that a tributary of the Ganges flows underground and emerges here as Ahar River in which this Kund is
originated. Hence, it is believed that this reservoir contains sacred water. Maha Sati is also known for an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.
The best way to get around Chittorgarh is by cycle or auto rickshaw. Rickshawallahs here, sometimes, also double up as guides.
Rajasthan is known to be a haven for shoppers and so is Chittorgarh. Tourists can buy a variety of tie and dye fabrics, silver jewellery, metal work and shoes from markets such as Rana Sanga Market, Fort Road and Sardar Bazaar.
Ganger is the prime festival celebrated in Chittorgarh, followed by other festivals like Diwali and Holi. Chittorgarh has an arid climate. The weather is quite hot in the summer season but the winters are cool and pleasant. The best time to visit Chittorgarh is from September to March.
The nearest airport to Chittorgarh is in Udaipur, 90 km away. The town is well connected to other major cities like Delhi, Jaipur, Ajmer, Ahmedabad and Indore by road and rail.
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State: Rajasthan
Famous for/as: Heritage
Altitude: 394 M
Pin-code: 312001
District:Chittorgarh
Language: Hindi
STD code: 01472Weather:
Summer 32 To 45°C, Winter 5 To 28°C
Top attractions in Chittorgarh recommended by chittorgarhinfo.com
Chittorgarh Fort
Type: Fort
Entry: Free
Ranked: 1 Of 21
Ratings: 6.13/7 (11 Reviews)
"We went to Bhilwara first then we moved to chittor to visit chittorgarh fort. It is situated on height so we had to move their by padestrian path. There were seven gate to exactly final entry in fort. It was very nice place. We also saw big pool..." - Shyam Singh, Ghaziabad, 2 months ago
Padmini's Palace
Type: Palace
Entry: Free
Ranked: 2 Of 21
Ratings: 3.00/7 (2 Reviews)
"The sight is basically a ruin and is not at all special. The fort administration has planted different kinds of flowers here for beautification purposes. " - Shivam Gupta, , Sep 28, 2013
3 Vijaya Stambh (Victory Tower)
Type: Historic Place
Entry: Free
Ranked: 3 Of 21
Ratings: 6.00/7 (2 Reviews)
"The work on stones is very unique. The architecture of the Vijay stambh surprises . Though the stairs are congested and one person at a time can go or come but view of fort and around places is very touching from last floor of Vijay stambh." - Manoj Prakash, Jaipur, 3 months ago
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Meera Temple
Type: Temple
Entry: Free
Ranked: 4 Of 21
Ratings: 7.00/7 (1 Reviews)
"It is a temple constructed nicely in Rajputana/Hindu architecture." - A B, Chandigarh, Sep 18, 2013
Kirti Stambh (The Tower of Fame)
Type: Historic Place
Entry: Free
Ranked: 5 Of 21
Ratings: 7.00/7 (1 Reviews)
"Local rickshaw people and guide do not know anything about Kirti Stambh. As per Jainism, every renowned jain temple has one kirti stambh where Jain sadhu/saints/gods give knowledge to the world. No one must climb it. BTW it is nice place to..." - A B, Chandigarh, Sep 18, 2013
6
Gaumukh Reservoir
Type: Dam
Entry: Free
Ranked: 6 Of 21
Ratings: 4.50/7 (1 Reviews)
"Its basically a pool of water...but the view during the sunset is mesmerizing. The pool at at elevated height provides a perfect setting for the sunrise and is very peaceful since its not very crowded." - Shivam Gupta, , Sep 28, 2013
7 Sanwariaji Temple
Type: Place Of Worship
Entry: Free
Ranked: 7 Of 21
Ratings: 3.50/7 (1 Reviews)"The temple premises are huge and it is still under construction and it is planned to make it likethe Akshardham temple of Delhi. Its nothing spectacular." - Shivam Gupta, , Sep 28, 2013
8 Kalika Mata TempleType: Place Of WorshipEntry: FreeRanked: 8 Of 21Ratings: 5.00/7 (1 Reviews)"We went there after diwali. During diwali vacation. The place is awesome. Temple is located above the fort and it was built very good. nice temple in the area. And one more thing be aware of monkeys. . U will find so many of them there. This..." - Praveen Kumawat, Neemuch, Dec 21, 2014
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