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Chittorgarh tours help you to explore Chittorgarh town. Take a sightseeing tour to Chittorgarh and discover the charm.


Tourist Attractions of Chittorgarh

Chittorgarh Fort in RajasthanAs you travel to Chittorgarh you will come across various historical landmarks and destinations in the city. Amongst the numerous tourist attractions of Chittorgarh, the most famous ones are:

Chittorgarh Fort
Chittorgarh fort is a huge and colossal structure. The entrance to the fort is provided through seven gates and lead up to the main gate, Ram Pol (gate of Ram). The main gate of the fort itself is Suraj Pol (Sun gate). As per the legend, Bhim, a Pandava, started the construction of the fort. There are a number of magnificent monuments inside the fort itself.

Vijay Stambh
Vijay Stambh means the tower of victory. Maharana Kumbha built the Vijay Stambh in 1440 AD to celebrate his victory over Mohamed Khilji. It is 9 stories high and is decorated with the sculptures of Hindu deities. It provides an entrancing sight in the evening, when it is illuminated with bright lights.

Kirti Stambh
Kirti Stambh means the tower of fame. Built by a wealthy Jain merchant in 12th century, it is dedicated to Adinathji, the first Jain teerthankar. Naked figures of the Digambars adorn the tower. It is 22 m and 7 stories high.

Rana Kumbha Palace
Padmini Palace in Rajasthan Chittorgarh, Rajasthan sightseeing tour must include Rana Kumbha Palace, the most imposing monument in the Chittorgarh fort. Rich heritage and architecture define this palace. It is believed that the palace has underground basements where Rani Padmini and other women performed Jauhar.

Kumbha Shyam Temple:
The Kumbha Shyam temple is built in an Indo-Aryan style. The temple is linked to Meerabai, a passionate and ardent devotee of Lord Krishna.

Ratan Singh Palace
Ratan Singh Palace was built as a winter resort for the kings. Looking over a small lake, it presents a picturesque sight.

Padmini Palace
The famous places to see in Chittorgarh also include Padmini Palace, built adjacent to a lotus pool. It has a legend attached to it. Ala-ud-din saw the reflection of Queen Padmini in this pool. He was so captivated and entranced by her that he fought a furious battle with Maharana Ratan Singh (husband of Maharani Padmini). This battle changed the history of Chittorgarh.