Forts and Palaces in India has been a major centre of attraction in terms of India tourism. Each and every fort in our country has something that will make you introduce with the rich history and glorious chapters of the country. People from all across the world visit India to enjoy these majestic monuments some of which are considered as the UNESCO declared world heritage site.
Though these structures were crafted year ago, yet they are standing against all odds and passing the test of time. Here is a comprehensive list of the best places and forts in India visiting which will leave you spell bounded.
1. Chittorgarh Fort in Rajasthan
Chittorgarh, the land where bravery flows in veins and where chivalry fills in heart is the place which is famous for the Jauhar of Queen Padmini. The place where the jauhar had happened was the fort of Chittorgarh. Listed as the biggest fort of India, Chittorgarh Fort is also featuring as the World Heritage Site. The huge fort of Chittorgarh was when captured by Ala-ud-din Khilji, Rani Padmini along with her maidens and other queens jump into the huge pyre instead handling oneself to the Khilji ruler. Kirti Stambh and the Vijay Stambh are the most amazing attraction of Chittorgarh fort.
Entry Fee – INR 20 for Indian and INR 100 for Foreigners
Visiting Time – 9:30 AM to 5 PM
Locations – Chittorgarh Fort Village, Chittorgarh
2. Warangal Fort in Andhra Pradesh
It is one of the ancient forts in Andhra Pradesh and is a prominent tourist attraction in Warangal. The fort was built in 13th century and is merely 2 km from the main city centre. The fort is related to the Kakatiya linage which has its own long history of of its rise, of its falls and its bloodshed. Today there are merely what remains is the ruins of the Warangal fort which includes gateways, shrines and tablets, exploring which will be a lifetime experience for you. The thousand pillar temple is the major attraction of this fort.
Entry Fees – INR 15 for Indians and INR 200 for Foreign Citizen
Visit Timing – 10 AM to 7 PM
Location – Mathwada Warangal in Telangana
3. Cooch Behar Palace, West Bengal