Rajasthan has always been the land of the royal family. It has a rich past and a great heritage. Many great dynasties ruled several cities of Rajasthan and left traces their bravery, courage and greatness. The forts of Rajasthan are reminders of its great ancient culture and heritage. Each city in Rajasthan has forts and palaces brag, either in Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner and Udaipur. Forts were usually built on hills, amid the desert sands or in the brilliant wild jungle.

These strengths are the wonders of the magnificent architecture scattered throughout Rajasthan. The interiors of these strengths are exquisite, while the exteriors are rough and hard for a special purpose. Each fort has its own history and stories about the courage and greatness of its occupants. Rajasthan is the only land in the world with an abundance of forts. Rajasthan Rajasthan is not without its set of strengths.

Here is a description of a few forts in Rajasthan important, but not an exhaustive list, but surely take a look at the grandeur of the forts of Rajasthan.

Amber Fort

This majestic fort is about 11 kilometers from Jaipur. It is remarkable for its creativity and beautiful blend of Hindu and Mughal architecture. Composed of red sandstone and white marble, the Amber Fort Jaipur Palace presents a picturesque place. Covering the walls of the palace are paintings, carvings, precious stones and mirror settings exquisite. Raja Man Singh I in 1592, which belonged to the dynasty Kachhawa began construction of this fortress. Later Sawai Jai Singh completed.

Jaigarh

Jaigarh perched on a hill offers lovely views of Jaipur. It is located only 15 km from Jaipur and is known as the strength of victory. Built between the ages of 15 and 18. One can see the walls of the fortress city. This fort has the largest collection of guns.

JAISALMER FORT

Jaisalmer Fort is also known as Sonar Kila or Golden Fort because it is built of yellow sandstone and emits a golden glow when the sun's rays fall on it. This is a complex structure with huge palaces, security sources differ, the havelis of rich merchants, several temples and the residential complexes of the armies and traders.

Junagarh Fort

A great wall surrounds Junagarh Fort in Bikaner. The strong non - could never be defeated. Raja Rai Singh, a general of Mughal emperor Akbar, built. Junagarh Fort is a huge complex housing a number of fascinating palaces.

Other Popular strengths include Mehrangarh Fort in Rajasthan, Nahargarh Fort, Taragarh Fort, Kishangarh Fort and Fort Kumbalgarh.

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