Rajasthan - Chittorgarh Hotels

Chittorgarh city is located in Rajasthan state of the western India. It is also a municipality and administrative headquarters of the Chittorgarh district in the state of Rajasthan. It is situated on the Berach river which is a tributary of the Banas. Chittorgarh is the former capital of the Sisodia family of Rajputs and of Mewar. The fort of Chittorgarh is seized three times but they fought the battle bravely each time and each time the Jauhar was committed by the ladies and children of the Fort. The first jauhar was committed by Rani Padmini and later by Rani Karnawati. Chittorgarh Fort is the largest fort of India. Chittorgarh is the embodiment of Rajput pride, romance and bravery where people prefer to choose death instead of surrendering themselves against their enemies. Nobility and courage of Rajput tradition is a symbol of true essence of Rajputs. It is believed that Chittor was established by the Maurya Dynasty in the 9th century AD. This fort is enclosed by a circular wall with 7 huge gates before entering inside the chief fort area. Some sources confirmed that the fort was under the control of the Mori Dynasty when Bappa Rawal captured the Chittorgarh and made it the capital in 734 AD. Bappa Rawal is the founder of the Mewar. Other sources conveyed that Bappa Rawal received it as a dowry by marrying with the last Solanki princess. Chittorgarh is among the most fought over places in India. Alauddin Khilji was the first attacker who infatuated by the beauty of Padmini about whom he had only heard. Rani Padmini preferred to perform Jauhar with all the ladies of the fort instead of being abducted by Khilji. In 1568, Mughal Emperor Akbar seized Chittorgarh. Chittorgarh is very poplar for its relation with two greatly known historical personalities of India. First is Meera Bai, she is first most famous hindu religious poetess and her verses are completely devoted to Lord Krishna as she was the most ardent devotee of Lord Krishna. Second famous personality is Maharana Pratap. Maharana Pratap was the son of Udai Singh II. He is considered as a epitome of the values of the Rajputs and admire these values and courage and died for it. Rajput of the whole Mewar considered Maharana Pratapa as the greatest valiant among Rajputs. Chittorgarh holds a special place in the hearts of Rajputs because of its abundant historic associations. Chittorgarh is known as the “Bhakti aur Shakti ki Nagari” means the land of devotion and strength. The biggest Rajput festival, Jauhar Mela, is also organized by the fort and the city. This festival takes place on the Anniversary of the Jauhars, not only for the one performed by Rani Padmini which is the most famous Jauhars of the Chittorgarh. A large number of Rajputs that includes the descendants of the most of the royal families performs a parade to celebrate the Jauhar.
Chittorgarh Fort, the largest fort, is situated on a hill of 180m and it spreads over an area of 700 acres. Mauryans constructed it in the 7th century AD.Some sources claimed that it was constructed by Bhima of the Pancha Pandavas. This fort was the bastion of numerous glorious Rajput warriors such as Rana Kumbha, Maharana Pratap, Jaimal, Patta etc.
Kalika Mata Temple is initially constructed in 8th century dedicated to Lord Sun but it was transformed to a temple dedicated to Goddess Kali Mata in the 14th century.
Vijay Stambh is a huge nine storey tower built by Maharana Kumbha. The aim is to celebrate his victory over the Muslim rulers of Malwa and Gujurat in 1440. The height of the tower is 122 ft. and its standpoint is the loft high base. There are sculptures and carvings on the outside of the walls of the tower. This tower can be seen from any part of the town. Images of Gods and weapons are carved on the inside of the walls.

Kirti Stambh is a tower dedicated to Adinathji. This stambh was built by a merchant and is ornated with figures of the Jain pantheon.
Rana Kumbha’s Palace is located near the Vijay Stambh in Chittorgarh. It is the birthplace of Maharana Udai Singh who is the founder of Udaipur. Udai Singh was saved by his maid, Panna Dhay, by replacing him with her son and Banbir killed her son. She transported the prince Udai Singh in a fruit basket. Rani Meera Bai also lived in this palace.
 

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