The Chittorgarh, also known as Chittod Fort, is one of the largest living forts in India. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The fort was the capital of Mewar and is located in the present-day city of Chittorgarh. It sprawls over a hill 180 m (590.6 ft) in height spread over an area of 280 ha above the plains of the valley drained by the Berach River. The fort covers 65 historic structures, which include four palaces, 19 large temples, 20 large water bodies, 4 memorials and a few victory towers.
A view of Chittorgarh Fort, Rajasthan, India
A painting of the fort by Marianne North, 1878
Chittorgarh fragmentary inscriptions of the Naigamas, first half of the 6th century CE.
An 1878 painting by Marianne North
Chittorgarh is a major city in the state of Rajasthan in western India. It lies on the Berach River, a tributary of the Banas, and is the administrative headquarters of Chittorgarh District. It was a major stronghold of the Rajput State of Medapata. The city of Chittorgarh is located on the banks of river Gambhiri and Berach.
Chittor Fort, Chittorgarh
ASI board installed at Chittorgarh fort inform about Moris clain as Mauryan dynasty branch.
Chittor Fort
Fort reservoir