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Chittorgarh Fort

Chittorgarh is located in the southern part of the state of Rajasthan, in the northwestern part of India. It is located beside a high hill near the Gambheri River. It is 112 km from Udaipur and 182 km from Ajmer. The climate of Chittorgarh is parched. Summers are quite hot (April–June) and winters are cool (October–February). It experiences scant rainfall between June and August.

The unconquerable pride of Chittor, the Chittorgarh Fort is a gigantic structure with many gateways built by the later Maurya rulers in 7th century A.D. Hovering on a 180 m high hill, it sprawls over 700 acres. The chhatris within are notable reminders of the Rajput heroism. The main gates are Padal Pol, Bhairon Pol, Hanuman Pol and Ram Polite fort has many brilliant monuments, which are fine examples of the Rajput architecture. The ancient ruins of the fort are worth spending few moments in isolation.

The story of Chittorgarh is a legend of valor, firmness and sacrifice. Chittorgarh (also Chittaurgarh) was sacked three times and its defenders had to make the supreme sacrifice. The Fort of Chittorgarh is a treasure trove of history and offers to the traveler an insight into the life of the Great Rajput rulers, who laid down their lives fighting a greater enemy instead of leading a life of compliance under them.

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