Kumbhalgarh, in Rajasthan, is often called the most romantic city in India because of its famed lakes and palaces. Therefore it's only natural that they feature prominently in the list of top Kumbhalgarh attractions and places to visit. Experiencing Kumbhalgarh is all about reliving royalty and appreciating the city's man-made beauty.
The Kumbhalgarh Fort is located on the banks of Banas River and is the second most important fort of Rajasthan. It is surrounded by 13 mountain peaks and strengthened by watchtowers and rounded bastions. It was built by Rana Kumbha and it took him some 15 years to build this...
Read MoreThe Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary surrounds the Kumbhalgarh Fort and spans an area of 586 sq km. It is situated across the Aravalli range and derived its name from the Fort. Parts of Udaipur, Rajsamand and Pali districts are covered by this sanctuary. The sanctuary...
Read MoreThe Badal Mahal or the Palace of Clouds is situated at the top of the Kumbhalgarh Fort. This two-storied structure is divided into two interconnected distinct portions, namely, the Mardana Mahal and the Zanana Mahal. Both the portions have rooms that are painted with...
Read MoreThe Ranakpur Jain Temples are situated at a distance of 50 km from Kumbhalgarh. Tourists need to avail the route through Saira and Vanpura to reach this temple. Rana Kumbha began the construction of these temples in 1438. Besides being a tranquil meditation centre, it...
Read MoreThe Vedi Temple is situated next to the Hanuman Gate of the Fort. This three storied Jain temple was built by Rana Kumbha to commemorate the sacrifice of the pilgrim, after which the Hanuman Pol was built. Later, the structure was renovated by Maharana Fateh Singh. It is...
Read MoreThe Muchchal Mahavir Temple is situated in the Kumbhalgarh Sanctuary, at a distance of five kilometres from Ghanerao. The most distinctive feature of this temple is the statue of Lord Mahavira which has a moustache. The two elephant statues that are situated at the...
Read MoreThe Parshuram Temple is situated in an ancient cave, where Rishi Parshuram meditated from Lord Ram’s era. There are 500 steps which reach down to the cave. The priests provide the history of the place and the formations known as ‘Kamdhenu’.
Read MoreThe Neelkanth Mahadeo Temple is situated close to the fort, near the base of the plains. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and houses a six feet high stone Shivlinga. It is considered to be the only deity of the area that is still worshipped and maintained by the locals....
Read MoreIn 1460, the Mammadev Temple and kund were built by Rana Kumbha. The temple is situated below the fort and originally consisted of four slabs. The slabs had inscriptions on them providing the history of Mewar, from the period of Guhil, the founder of Mewar dynasty till Rana...
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