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When you think of Udaipur, the first things that come to mind are its grand palaces, serene surroundings, and romantic lakes. But another reason for its beauty is its magnificent forts, which showcase the rich history of Mewar. Udaipur’s forts showcase the bravery of Rajput warriors, their magnificent architecture, and the spectacular views of the Aravalli Hills. So, let’s explore all the historical forts in Udaipur.
Top 4 Magnificent Forts Near Udaipur
1 Kumbhalgarh Fort
Kumbhalgarh Fort is one of the largest, historical and powerful forts near Udaipur, which was built by Maharana Kumbha in the 15th century, whose wall is about 36 kilometers long, due to which it is also called the Great Wall of India because this wall is counted among the second longest walls in the world. Till date, more than 17 attacks have taken place on this fort, but all of them were unsuccessful due to the structure of this fort, due to which it is considered the best among the forts of Udaipur.
2 Burj Ara Fort
Burj Ara Fort is a small fort in Udaipur, but this fort is no less than a paradise because this fort is built on a hill, from where the beautiful Aravalli hills and the views of Udaipur can be seen, like Monsoon Palace and Pichola Lake, which was built in 2008, but in 2016 it was completely rebuilt and converted into a hotel where you can stay whenever you go to Udaipur, but its price is a bit high, like 1 day is from Rs. Rs 25000 to Rs 30000.
3 Monsoon palace
Sajjangarh Palace, also known as the Monsoon Palace, stands on Bansdara Hill. It was built by Maharana Sajjan Singh in 1884. His original plan was to make it an astronomical center to monitor the movement of large clouds, but he died before this could be completed, after which it was completed by his successor, Maharana Fateh Singh. It was used by the royal family as a monsoon retreat.
4 city palace
City Palace Udaipur, considered the second largest palace not only in Rajasthan but also in India, was built by Maharana Udai Singh II. It spans 23 acres, boasting beautiful doors, stained-glass windows, and wall designs. The most striking feature is that within the palace are various smaller palaces, museums, and beautiful balconies, such as the Sheesh Mahal.
sheesh mahal:-The Sheesh Mahal is renowned worldwide for its exquisite glasswork, and its distinctive feature is that even a single candle is lit in such a way that the entire palace begins to glow.
Moti Chowk:- As you enter the City Palace, you’ll find Moti Chowk, where information about all the Maharajas is displayed.
City Palace Museum:- As you proceed from Moti Chowk, you’ll find the City Palace Museum. Your ticket will be checked and you’ll be ushered inside, where you’ll see the kings’ weapons. This is no ordinary weapon; many of its weapons are made of gold and silver. Badi mahal:-The Badi Mahal, at the top of the City Palace, is located. It is built where trees and plants have been planted all around and where you get a garden like locality. Maharajas of earlier times used to celebrate festivals like Holi here.
5 Chittorgarh Fort
Chittorgarh Palace, which is the largest fort in India, is spread over 700 acres where you have to cross 7 main gates to enter and the fort is so big that it has 113 temples, 108 Shivlingas and 84 ponds inside it due to which it has been included in the World Heights in 2013. The main attractions here are like
Vijay Stambh:- Ahmad Shah Khilji and Mahmud Shah Khilji jointly attacked Chittopgarh, and Maharana Kumbha defeated them and won. To celebrate this victory, Maharana Kumbha built the Vijay Stambh, hence the Vijay Stambh, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. This pillar is 122 feet high, has nine stories and 157 steps.
There is also a famous temple here where it is said that Meera Bai used to worship Lord Krishna, so Maharana Vikramaditya sent poison for her, and Meera Bai drank it, but miraculously the poison turned into nectar.
Bhimlat Kund:- This pond is famous for its mythological and historical events. It is said that during the Mahabharata period, the Pandavas were on their exile and were thirsty. Bhima struck his foot here, and water gushed out from here; hence, it is called Bhimlat Kund.
Frequentely ask question
1 Which places can you visit in Udaipur in one day
Ans: We can visit some of the main places in Udaipur, such as the City Palace, Sajjangarh Palace, Bangore Ki Haveli, and Saheliyon Ki Bari. If you want to learn more about these places, be sure to read our complete guide (Places to visit in Udaipur in 1 day)
2 Can Forts in Udaipur be covered in one day?
Ans: No, it is difficult to see all the forts of Udaipur in one day. You can come for one day and explore these forts like (Monsoon Palace, Chittogarh Fort, City Palace) because it takes at least 2:30 to 3 hours to visit each fort.
3 What is the best time to visit Udaipur forts?
Ans: The best time to visit Udaipur Forts is from November to February as the weather remains cool and pleasant during this time which is best for visiting the forts
4 Are there any fees for photography at Udaipur Fort?
Ans: Yes, there are photoshoot fees in certain forts of Udaipur, such as:
- City Palace photography fee: ₹120 to ₹300
- Sajjangarh Fort photography fee: ₹50 to ₹100
- Chittorgarh photography fee: ₹35 to ₹50
5 How much budget is needed to visit the forts in Udaipur?
Ans: You don’t need a large budget to visit the forts in Udaipur. You can visit all the forts on a very low budget, which will cost you ₹2,000 to ₹4,000 per day.
luxary ₹3,000 to ₹6,000
