Chittorgarh Fort
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Chittorgarh Fort is the biggest fort in Asia. Situated on a hilltop near Chittorgarh town in the Indian state of Rajasthan, it is one of the most historically significant forts not only of Rajasthan but of the whole of North India.
The Chittor fort seated on a 180 metre hill, covers an expanse of 700 acres. It was constructed by the Mauryans in the 7th century AD. There is also a belief that it was constructed by Bhima of the Pancha Pandavas. This fort was the citadel of many great Rajput warriors such as Rana Kumbha, Maharana Pratap, Jaimal, Patta, etc.
There are seven gates before reaching the fort. They are the Padan Pol, Bhairon Pol, Hanuman Pol, Ganesh Pol, Jodla Pol, Laxman Pol and Ram Pol. Padal Pol is a gate where prince Bagh Singh died during the second attack. The Chattris of the young prince Jaimal of Badnore and his clansman Kalla are located between the Bhairon Pol and Hanuman Pol, marking the spots where they were killed by Akbar in 1567. Near the Ram Pol which is the final gate, is the Chattri of 15 year old Patta of Kelwa who fought bravely to the end |
