10 Indian Forts That You Should Visit Once In Your Lifetime

Zee Media Bureau
Mar 22, 2024

1. Mehrangarh Fort

Mehrangarh the Fort of Jodhpur is perched above a rocky hill. One of Rajasthan's biggest forts, it has some of the best palaces and keeps numerous precious artefact from Indian court life in its museum.

2. Amber Fort

Amber Palace, also known as Amer Fort, is located in Jaipur. It is home to underground tunnels that link Amer with Jaigarh Fort. The fort is well-known for its components of artistic style.

3. Chittorgarh Fort

Rajasthan's Chittorgarh Fort, popularly known as Water Fort, is home to around 22 water bodies, palaces, towers and temples. Legend has it that Alauddin attacked Chittor to capture Ratan Singh’s beautiful queen Padmini.

4. Gwalior Fort

A wealth of history and culture will be found at Madhya Pradesh's Gwalior Fort. Constructed during the 8th century, the fort features a distinctive fusion of Mughal, Rajput, and Hindu architectural traditions.

5. Jaisalmer Fort

The Jaisalmer Fort in Rajasthan is made of yellow sandstone. It's the biggest desert-dwelling fort in the world. Thousands of people live within the premises.

6. Junagarh Fort

The Junagarh Fort in Bikaner is a monument of architectural genius and historical significance. It is well known for the complex system of seven gates that protect its entryways.

7. Red Fort

The Red Fort in Delhi is well-known for its enormous red sandstone walls that enclose it. It is the location of the first and ongoing celebrations of Indian independence.

8. Golconda Fort

Located in Hyderabad, Golconda Fort is one of the magnificent fortress complexes in India. Constructed in 1143, the inner fort is home to the remnants of a hilltop pavilion, palaces, and mosques.

9. Jhansi Fort

The Jhansi Fort is a live example of the splendour and bravery of the past. During the Revolt of 1857, it was one of the most significant hubs of opposition to British colonial control.

10. Agra Fort

This formidable red sandstone fortification was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty till 1638. It is about 2.5 km northwest of the Taj Mahal.

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