Tour the ruined citadel of Chittorgarh that still echo with silent praises for Rajput women who committed mass suicides to protect themselves from dishonor. These three tragic incidents happened during the years 1303, 1535 and 1568.
Spread on 240 acres of heritage land atop a sandstone hillock, the Chittorgarh Fort was the scene of several legendary battles.
Referred to as the "Masada of Rajasthan," the Chittorgarh Fort was first besieged thrice in the year of 1303 by Ala-ud-din Khilji of the Khilji dynasty of Delhi Sultanate. It is said that Ala-ud-din Khilji was so enamored of the beauty of Queen Padmini that he decided to conquer Chittorgarh. However, Queen Padmini committed suicide along with thousands of other females.
The second invasion was led by Sultan Bahadur Shah of Gujarat in 1535 who laid siege to the fort that led to massive human massacre. This time Rani Karnawati led the female members for committing johar or mass suicide.
Chittorgarh was razed to rubble in 1568 by Mughal Emperor Akbar. The place once again witnessed the tragic event of johar. Though Emperor Jehangir returned the fort to the Rajputs, it was never inhabited again.
The modern township of Chittorgarh is spread below the hill.
Tourist Attractions in Chittorgarh
Tower of Victory-Vijay Stambh, Kirti Stambh, Rana Kumbha Palace, Kumbha Shyam Temple, Kalika Mata Temple, Gaumukh Kund, Padmini's Palace are the places of interest in and around Chittorgarh.
Connected by both bus and rail to different destination in Rajasthan and India, Chittorgarh has rail links with Delhi, Jaipur, Ajmer, Ahmedabad, Udaipur and Kota. Buses connect Chittorgarh to various places in Rajasthan including Udaipur, Bundi, Ajmer and Kota. The railway station is located on the western banks of Gambheri River.
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