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Meherangarh Fort, Jodhpur
One of the largest forts in India, the Meherangarh fort is the pride of Jodhpur.
Situated on a 150 m high hill, this magnificent fort was founded in the year 1469
by Rao Jodha. The fort has seven gates, some of which still stand as a witness to
the battles fought by the armies of Jodhpur.
Burnished red sand stone, imposing, invincible and yet with a strange haunting beauty
that beckons. Much has been written about the Citadel of the Sun, for truly, it
is one of the most impressive in all Rajasthan. So colossal are its proportions
that Rudyard Kipling called it the work of giants. Today, it is acknowledged as
the finest living example of a Hindu fortress.
The fort houses a number of palaces inside, with extensive patios. The main palaces
are Moti Mahal, Phool Mahal, Takht Vilas and Jhanki Mahal. A museum also finds a
place inside the fort, displaying a rich collection of old royal palanquins, arms,
paintings, costumes, etc. There are also a number of galleries and temples inside
the fort.
The other major palaces in Meherangarh fort are the Sheesh Mahal and the Rang Mahal.
Sheesh Mahal or Mirror Palace as the name suggests is resplendent with mirrors.
Although not in the same league as the Sheesh Mahals you will find in Bikaner and
Amber, but it is still worth a look. The highlight of the palace are the wall paintings
you will find of various Hindu deities. The most exquisite pictures are the ones
depicting Krishna, Shiva, Parvati, Rama, Sita, hanuman, Ganesh, Vishnu, Brahma and
Durga. The Rang Mahal too is laced with mirrors and ornamented with fine mirror
work.
Some of the famous Temples of the Meherangarh fort in Jodhpur are:
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