Rajasthan Travel and Tourism

Shiv Bari Temple (6km)

Built by Doongar Singhji in the late 10th century. The temple in surrounding by an embattlement wall. It has beautiful painting and a bronze Nandi facing the Shiva Lingam.

Padmini Palace

Built beside a pool, the palace is a magnificent one. It was here that Rana Ratan Singh showed a glimpse of queen Padmini to Alauddin Khilji. Rani Padmini stood in a Zanana Mahal - a pavilion in the centre and her reflection was visible to Alauddin Khilji in a mirror placed in the main hall. After having a glimpse of the legendary beauty, Alauddin went to the extent of ravaging Chittaur in order to possess her.

Kirti Stambh (Tower of Fame)

The 22 meters high tower built by a wealthy Jain merchant in the 12th century A.D. The tower is dedicated to Adinathji, the first of the Jain Tirthankaras and is decorated with figures of the Jain pantheon.

Chhattar Mahal or Palace of Towers

A steep, paved carraife way is the only way to reach the monument. Of special interest in the palace is the Hazari Pole or Gate of the thousand, the Naubat Khana, the Hathi Pole with its old water clock and the Diwaan e Aam.

Foy Sagar (5km)

A picturesque artificial lake named after the engineer foy who created it under a famine relief project.

Vijay Stambh (Victory Tower)

The imposing 37 meter high structure with nine storey, covered with exquisite sculptures of Hindu deities and depicting episodes from the two great epics - Ramayana and Mahabharata. It was built in 1440 A.D. by Maharana Kumbha, a powerful ruler of Mewar, to commemorate his victory over the Muslir rulers of Malwa and Gujarat.

Taragarh or The Star Fort

Built in 1354 A.D., the fort is one of the most impressive forts of Rajasthan. Perched on a thickly wooded hill is a marvelous white fort with a huge reservoir which once supplied water to the palace.

The Palace

This magnificent edifice is a fine example of the Rajput architecture, housing some of the superb Bundi murals.

Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary (32km)

The lush foliage of woods on the Jaisalmer road are a heaven to nilgai chinkara, black buck, wild coar and folk of imperial sand grouse. The Gajner palace a summer retreat of the king stands on the bank of the lake and has been converted into a hotel.

Lal Garh Palace

The architectural masterpiece in red sand stone, the palace was built by Maharaj Ganga Singh in the palace memory of his father Maharaj Lal Singh. The palace has beautiful latticework and blooming bougainvillea and dancing peacock make it a not-to-be missed visual treat. Part of the palace has been converted into a luxury hotel and a museum known as Shri Sadul Museum. The museum covers the entire first floor of the palace and houses well preserved old photographs and trophies of wildlife.

The Chittaurgarh Fort

The indomitable pride of Chittaur, the fort is a missive structure with many gateways built by the later Maurya rulers in 7th century A.D. Perched on a height of 180m high hill, it sprawls over 700 acres. The tablets and chhatris within are impressive reminders of the Rajput heroism. The main gates are Padal Pole, Bhairon Pole, Hanuman Pole and Ram Pole. The fort has many magnificent monuments - all fine examples of the Rajput architecture. The ancient ruins of the fort are worth spending few moments in solitude.