Timeless Forts of India: There are many historical places in India, but forts are the most special among them. In ancient times, kings and emperors used to build big forts to protect their kingdom. These forts were not only built for security, but they also reflect the art, thinking and power of that time.
There are many strong forts in every corner of India. Some of these are so special that people come from far and wide to see them. The walls of these forts still tell the stories of those heroes who sacrificed their lives for the country.
In this article, we will tell you about the five most powerful forts of India, you will be surprised to know about their structure, history and specialties.
Chittorgarh Fort
This fort is in Rajasthan and is considered a symbol of Rajput bravery. It is spread over about 700 acres. There are a total of 84 water sources (ponds, stepwells, ponds) in this fort, through which thousands of people could live for months without worrying about water.
This fort is associated with the stories of Rani Padmavati, Rana Ratan Singh and the bravery of Mewar. The Vijay Stambh and Meera Temple here are worth seeing. The walls of this fort remind us that true courage never loses.
Daulatabad Fort
This fort built in Aurangabad district of Maharashtra was earlier known by the name “Devagiri”. It is built at a very high altitude and its structure is so complex that the enemies used to forget the way.
There is a secret tunnel in this fort, through which only one person can pass at a time, so that it can be easily stopped in case of an attack.
It has false doors, deep moats and maze-like paths, due to which it is counted among the safest forts.
Jaisalmer Fort
This fort is called “Sonar Fort” because it is made of yellow stone and shines like gold in the sunlight. This is one of the few selected ‘Living Forts’ in the world, that is, even today more than 3,000 people live here.
There are beautiful havelis, temples, and narrow streets that show the traditional beauty of Rajasthan. The Patwa mansions and royal palaces here are very famous.
ginji fort
Located in Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, this fort is spread over three hills and is called the “Troy of the South”.
Its walls were so strong that it took 8 years for the British to conquer it.
The special thing about this fort is that it is built in three parts – King’s Fort, Queen’s Fort and Chakila. From its height the entire area could be monitored.
Kumbhalgarh Fort
This fort is in Rajsamand district of Rajasthan and is situated among the Aravalli hills.
Its wall is approximately 36 kilometers long, which is considered to be the second longest wall in the world after the Great Wall of China.
Maharana Pratap was born in this fort. It was very easy to keep an eye on the enemies from here. There are 360 temples in this fort, which include both Hindu and Jain temples.
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