Saturday, October 1, 2022

Jaisalmer Fort | Golden Fort | Golden City | Jaisalmer Rajasthan

Jaisalmer fort is fort built by Rawal clan from present state of Rajasthan. 

It was built in 12th Century and believed to be one of the oldest fort of the Rajasthan. This fort is still inhibited by local population in 1/4th of the area. 

This magnificent UNESCO Heritage site is home to all people of the city till 16th centuary within the yellow walls. It was only 17th Centuary when settlements started to inhibit outside fort due to increasing population.

This fort is home to intricate carvings, haveli art carvings, iconic Jharokha art, Mata Chamunda mandir, Jain mandirs, laxminath mandir and four gates from entrance till citadel.   




Saturday, April 30, 2022

Mehrangarh | Fort of Jodhpur Rajasthan

Fort of Jodhpur Rajasthan - Mehrangarh is story in it self. It is a historic fort located in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India. 

It built on a hilltop, around 400 ft above the nearby plains. This fort complex spans approx 1,200 acres. This fort was built by Rao Jodha from Rathore clan in 15th century, while the current structure is from the 17th century built by his successors.

The fort has seven gates, which includes remarkable Jai Pol and Fatteh Pol which are built on victory by Kings Man singh and Ajit singh to commemorate their victories.

The fort is home to numerous intricate carvings, Mata Chamunda Mata Mandir and a museum. The fort is witness of many wars. Chhatri of Kirit Sodha (a martyr solidier) is testimony for same.