Ranthambore Fort

Ranthambore Fort-History and Tour

Ranthambore Fort is a very magnificent fort of Rajasthan  which belongs to the Chauhan royal family located in Ranthambore of the state. This royal fort is said to have been in existence since the 12th century and is a perfect tourist destination in Rajasthan for those who are keen to witness the royal life. This charming fort is situated amidst the forests of Ranthambore National Park, where both the view of the fort from the National Park and the view of the park from the fort are worth seeing. Ranthambore Fort has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site as it is a special hill fort in the state. The dense forests of Ranthambore National Park were once the hunting grounds of the royal family. Ranthambore Fort is surrounded by large walls, which have strong stone passages and stairs that lead up to the fort.

The Rajasthani architecture of this fort with its large gates, pillars and domes, palaces and temples attracts tourists visiting here. Here the reserve area of ​​the park is home to a variety of animals and birds. Tourists usually find a lot of monkeys near the fort. If you are lucky then you can also see peacocks living in the national park here. If you want to go to see this fort, then want to know more about it, then keep reading this article, in this we are going to give you information about the history, architecture and tour of Ranthambore Fort.

History and Mystery of Ranthambore Fort

Talking about the secret and history of Ranthambore Fort, the exact time when this fort was built is still unknown, which remains the mystery of Ranthambore Fort till date. Although many archaeologists say that the construction of the fort started in the 10th century during the reign of Rajput king Sapalksha of Chauhan dynasty. The remaining construction of the fort was completed by the Chauhan royal family of Rajasthan. When the Chauhans managed the fort, this fort was known as Ranstambha. During the reign of Prithviraj Chauhan I, this fort was prominently associated with Jainism. In 1192 AD, the Muslim ruler Muhammad captured this fort and defeated Prithviraj Chauhan III. After this, the fort was captured by Delhi ruler Iltutmish in 1226 AD. However the Chauhans captured the fort again in 1236.

In 1259, Balban captured the fort from Jait Singh Chauhan after several unsuccessful attempts. Then in 1283, Jat Singh Chauhan’s successor Shakti Dev conquered the fort and after that the kingdom expanded. In 1301, the fort was captured by Ala-ud-din Khilji.

Architecture of Ranthambore Fort

Ranthambore Fort is situated on a large rock in the middle of Ranthambore National Park. This fort has a very huge security wall and seven gates namely Navlakha Pol, Hathi Pol, Ganesh Pol, Andheri Pol, Delhi Pol, Satpol and Suraj Pol. A court is also located in the fort, which is called Hammir Kachari, this court has three chambers in which the central chamber is the largest. The structure has pillars to support the terrace of the verandah. A palace built during the reign of Hammir Singh is also located inside this fort, which is called Hammir Palace. The palace has chambers and balconies which are connected by small traditional doors and staircases. This three-storey building has 32 pillars which support the chhatris or domes. The structure of this fort has a verandah that leads to each level of the building.

The fort of Ranthambore also has a large hall with 84 pillars whose height is 61 meters. This hall is known as Badal Mahal and was used for conferences and meetings.

A Ganesh temple is also located inside the fort complex, which is quite famous among the devotees and tourists visiting here. According to the beliefs, if someone writes a letter to Lord Ganesha with his wishes, then his wishes are definitely fulfilled.

Best Time To Visit Ranthambore Fort

If you are planning to visit Ranthambore Fort, then let us tell you that the best time to visit here is between November and February, because during this the winter season is in Rajasthan. The best time to visit the fort is during the morning and evening hours as the temperature is quite low during this time.

Tips For Visiting The Ranthambore Fort

Whenever you visit Ranthambore fort, carry enough drinking water with you so that you can keep yourself hydrated.
Wear suitable clothing to protect yourself from the sun while trekking to the fort.
Tourists who wish to explore the national park can book a jungle safari in advance.

Famous Food in Ranthambore 

Ranthambore is an ideal tourist destination for its fort and wildlife but you don’t get any special food here because Ranthambore does not have any significant culture or unique cuisine, but there are many resorts available for you to eat here. Apart from this, you can also try the many local dhabas here. You can taste the local Rajasthan and Punjabi cuisine at the dhabas here.

How To Reach Ranthambore Fort

Tourists visiting Ranthambore fort can easily come here by traveling by flight, train, bus or their personal vehicle –

•  How To Reach Ranthambore Fort By Airplane                                                                                                                                         If you want to travel to Ranthambore Fortby flight, then tell that its nearest airport is located in Jaipur. The fort is located just 180 km away from the city of Jaipur.You can hire any cab or taxi to go from Jaipur airport to the fort, as well as you can take bus service                 
• How To Reach Ranthambore Fort By Train                                                                                                                                                  To travel to Ranthambore Fortby rail, one has to catch a train to the nearest major railway station, Sawai Madhopur. This railway station is well connected to the  major cities of India by rail. You can take the help of any cab or taxi to reach Ranthambore from Sawai Madhopur Railway Station.
• How To Reach Ranthambore Fort By Road                                                                                                                                                If you are planning to go to Ranthambore Fort by road, then let us tell you that Ranthambore Fort is located at a distance of just 16 km from Madhopur.Several buses are available between Sawai Madhopur and Ranthambore. You can also reach the fort from Sawai Madhopur with the help of taxis or cabs.                                                                                                                                                                                                              

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