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Discover 7 Offbeat Rajasthan Forts To Explore This Winter
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News18•08-10-2026, 12:15
Discover 7 Offbeat Rajasthan Forts To Explore This Winter
- •Taragarh Fort in Bundi offers a quieter hilltop experience with historic water tanks dating back to 1345.
- •Gagron Fort in Jhalawar is a UNESCO-listed hill fort uniquely surrounded by the Ahu and Kali Sindh rivers.
- •Lohagarh Fort in Bharatpur is celebrated for its rugged strength and ability to withstand British attacks.
- •Kuchaman Fort in Nagaur sits on a high cliff and provides dramatic views of the town below.
- •Achalgarh Fort near Mount Abu combines medieval heritage with nearby religious sites like the Achaleshwar Mahadev Temple.
Key Questions Answered
Gagron Fort in Jhalawar is surrounded by water on three sides with the Ahu and Kali Sindh rivers flowing around it, and it stands out as one of Rajasthan's six UNESCO-listed hill forts.
Lohagarh Fort was built by Maharaja Suraj Mal and is known for its rugged strength, formidable fortifications, and surrounding moat rather than elaborate royal grandeur. It successfully withstood several British attacks in the past.
Taragarh Fort in Bundi dates back to 1345 and is well-known for its sprawling complex, old gateways, and hilltop setting. It also features a historic water-management system that once utilized large tanks to collect and store rainwater.
