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Cities in Rajasthan - Chittaurgarh
Sightseeing
The
Fort: Believed to have been constructed by later Maurya rulers in 7th
century AD, this fort is located on a 180 metre high hill, covering 700
acres. Tablets and Chattries bearing testimony to the acts of sacrifice and
gallantry lie between several monumental gates. The main gates are Padan
Pol. Bhairon Pol. Hanuman Pol and Ram Pol, with a distinct Rajput character;
the fort has many architectural attractions.
 Vijay
Stambh (victory Tower): Built by Maharana Kumbha in commemoration of
victory over the Muslim rulers of Malwa and Gujarat in 1440 AD, this 37
metre high tower is a structure of nine storeys. Its has withstood the
vagaries of nature through the centuries.
Kirti Stambh (Tower
of Fame): This 22 metre high tower of fame was built by a wealthy Jain
merchant in the 12th century AD and is dedictied to Adinathji, the first of
the Jain tirthankaras. The tower is decorated with figures from the Jain
pantheon.
Rana Kumbha's Palace: Although in ruins this
palace is of great historical and architectural interest. It is believed
that is one of the underground cellars, Rani Padmini and other women
committed Jauhar. This palace is the biggest monument in the fort of
Chttaur.
Meera and Kumbha Shuam Temple: This Temple is
associated with mystic poetess and a great devotee of Lord Krisha, Meerabai.
She was the wife of Rana Bhojraj and is said to have consumed poison sent by
the Rana but survived because of Lord Krishna's blessing.
Kalika
Mata Temple: A temple of Mother goddess Kali is the symbol of power and
velour. Originally it was built as a Sun Temples in the 8th century and was
converted into Kalika Mata Temple in the 14th century AD.
Government
Museum: The magnificent Fateh Prakash Mahal has been converted into a
musium now. It has rich collection of sculptures from temples and buildings
in the Fort.
Jaimal and Patta Palaces: The ruins of the
Palaces of Rathore Jaimal and Sisodia Patta remain symbols of the exemplary
gallantry of these great warriors.
Gardens and parks in the
Town: Pratap, Meera and Nehru parks set amidst beautiful developed.
Meerabai's Temple: Built in the northern Indian style on a
raised plinth, it has a conical roof and an inner sanctum. An open colonnade
around the sanctum has four small pavilions in each corner. Meerabai used to
worship Lord Krishna here.
Padmini's
Palace: Rani Padmini was a celebrated beauty and according to a legend,
it was here that Rana Ratan Singh showed a glimpse of her to Aallauddin
Khilji, the Sultan of Delhi. It overlooks a pool in which the Zanana Mahal
is situated, where Padmini stood when her reflection was shown to Allouddin
Khilji in a mirror placed in the main hall.
Excursions
Nagari: It is 20km away; situated on the banks of the river Bairach it was one
of the most important towns of Rajasthan in the Mauryan Empire, known
Madhyamika. Excavations have revealed remains of structures with a strong
Hindu as well as Buddhist influence.
Bassi Village: A
village en-route Bundi, 25km away, having many places of tourist interest
such as the historical fort, temples and kund. Sculpture and woodcraft of
Bassi are also very famous.
Bassi Wildlife Sanctuary: This
sancturary near Bassi covers 50 sq km of area. The prime attractions here
are various animals like panthers, wild boars, antelopes, mongoose and
migratory birds. For entry, prior permission has to be obtained from the
District Forest Officer, Chittaurgarh.
Sanwariyaji Temple: Situated on Chittaur Udaipur road, 40km away, it is a modern temple
dedicated to Lord Krishna and is an important pilgrim spot.
Matriya
Kundiya Temple: 50 km away, this religious place known as the Haridwar
of Mewar is dedicted to Lord Shiva.
Bijaipur: 60km away, a
castle said to have been built by Rao Shakti Singh, the yongest brother of
Maharana Pratap stands in this village. Now it has been converted into a
hotel. Sita Mata Sancturary, Dhariyavad: The jungle of Sita Mata is spread
over the Aravalli ranges and the Malwa plateau. Three rivers flow though the
forests. According to a popular belief, Lord Rama exiled his wife Sita in
this Jungle. She spent her time in Rishi Valmiki's Ashram situated here.
Leopard, hyena, jackal, fox, porcupine, sambar, wild boar, four horned
antelope, nilgai and flying squirrel are among the animals seen here.
Deogarh: A 16th century fort situated near Praprgpagh, it is famous for its
palaces decorded with murals and Jain temples.
Menal: Situated
on Chittaur Bundi road, 90km away, it is one of the most beautiful natural
spot famous for its old temples, waterfalls and dense forests.
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