Chitradurga is surrounded by some of the magnificent natural landforms like boulders, deep caves and hillocks! This is a massive fortress on the top of granite hills that rises dramatically from the ground.
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Kumbhalgarh – The Great Wall of India
Long overshadowed by its lengthier neighbor to the east, this is the second largest continuous wall on the planet. Some call it by the name of the fort it surrounds – Kumbhalgarh. Others simply refer to it as The Great Wall of India. Yet bewilderingly, it is still little known outside its own region.
Top Tourist Attractions to Visit in Golden City of Jaisalmer
One of the top splendid cities of India, Jaisalmer beautifully replicates the golden era of India.
20 Abandoned Places In India That Were Once Heavily Populated Settlements
India is home to some of the most magnificent structures in the world. Places like Taj Mahal, Chittorgarh, Jaisalmer Fort, The Golden Temple, mesmerizes one with its splendour. However, in its basket of historical treasures,there are many stunning and awe-inspiring structures that even their state of ruins, stand proudly bearing testimony to the golden era of… Continue reading 20 Abandoned Places In India That Were Once Heavily Populated Settlements
Gandikota: The Hidden Grand Canyon of India
Gandikota is a small village located in Kadapa district in Andhra Pradesh, India. The region of Gandikota was established in 1123 under the Western Chalukyan king of Kalyana named Ahavamalla Someswara I. The Gandikota fort was constructed by the Kappa king during 13th century. Situated on the banks of river Pennar, Gandikota derives its name from two… Continue reading Gandikota: The Hidden Grand Canyon of India
Chittorgarh – The Largest Fort In India
Chittorgarh is the largest fort complex in India which served as the capital of the kingdom of Mewar in Rajasthan. Donning as a World Heritage Site today, the fort has witnessed many rulers since 7th century.
Gwalior Fort – India’s most impregnable fortress
The Rajputs, Marathas, Mughals, British, Muslim rulers, Sikhs and some more may have played out their roles in India’s rich history, but they all seem to have a unique common link to a city in central India – Gwalior. The Gwalior Fort is perched on a hilltop, near the Gwalior city of Madhya Pradesh. Regarded… Continue reading Gwalior Fort – India’s most impregnable fortress
15th-century Neemrana Fort Palace
The Fort Palace of Neemrana is about 125 km from Delhi, on the road to Jaipur in Rajasthan. Built in 1464, Neemrana Fort Palace became the third capital of the descendants of Prithviraj Chauhan III, who had fled Delhi in 1192 after he was vanquished in battle by Muhammad Ghori. Neemrana’s rulers, proud of lineage,… Continue reading 15th-century Neemrana Fort Palace
Marvels of Solanki Rajputs
Solanki Dynasty was established by Mulraj that ruled the western and central India during the 10th century to the 13th century AD. This was the last Hindu dynasty. Mulraj Solanki’s reign marked the start of the most glorious period in the history of Gujarat during which Gujarati culture flowered as manifested in art, architecture, language and… Continue reading Marvels of Solanki Rajputs
The Beautiful Key Monastery Of Himachal Pradesh
Key Monastery is Buddhist monastery located on top of a hill at an altitude of 4,166 metres above sea level, in Lahaul Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh in north India. Also known as Key Gompa, it is biggest centre of Buddhist learning in Spiti Valley and the oldest training centre for Lamas. It is home to around 300 lamas who… Continue reading The Beautiful Key Monastery Of Himachal Pradesh
