The fort perched on a 180 mts. high hill, covering 700 acres, was constructed by Mauryan rulers in the 7th century. In the fort, this palace was built for Queen Padmini whose beauty was responsible for the battle between Allauddin Khilji and Rana Ratan Singh.
Rani Padmini was a celebrated beauty and according to a legend, it was here that Rana Ratan Singh showed a glimpse of her to Allauddin 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 Allauddin Khilji in a mirror placed in the main hall.
Visitors coming to Chittorgarh can stay in palaces, havelis and other heritage properties converted into hotels. Apart from this, a wide range of accommodation is available under the paying guest scheme to tourists with different budgets. The scheme provides the tourists a home away from home
Significance
Built Inside 7th Century Mauryan Fort .
How To Get There
The place can be approached by rail, road, with nearest airport at Udaipur, at a distance of 98 kms.
General Information - Amber Fort
Origin : 13th Century.
Prime Attractions of Chittorgarh
Vijay Stambh : The Victory Tower, 37 metres high, is an imposing structure of nine storeys. With sculptures of a secular nature on the exterior, it was built by Maharaja Kumbha in commemoration of his victory over the Muslim rulers of Malwa and Gujarat in 1440 AD.
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