Rajasthan
Chittorgarh
The largest fort in India, and the heaviest story in Rajasthan.
Chittorgarh covers 700 acres on a hill above the plain, and carries the memory of three sieges and three jauhars. You need a vehicle inside the fort — the circuit of monuments is far too spread out to walk.
What to see
- 01
Vijay Stambh
Nine-storey victory tower from 1448; climbable.
9:45–18:15
- 02
Rana Kumbha Palace
Ruined palace associated with Rani Padmini's jauhar.
- 03
Kirti Stambh
Twelfth-century Jain tower of fame.
- 04
Padmini Palace
Water palace at the fort's southern end.
