Kumbhalgarh Tourism

Kumbhalgarh in Rajasthan, India is a prominent tourist destination।

Location : South Rajasthan, 105 Km to the West of Udaipur

Must Visit : Haldighati, Muchchal Mahavir, Kumbhalgarh Fort, Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary

Temperature : Max 42 ºC, Min 25 ºC (summer); Max 22 ºC, Min 2 ºC (winter)

Languages : Hindi, Rajasthani and English

Ideal Time : September to March is the ideal time to visit Kumbhalgarh

Kumbhalgarh STD Code : 02954

Clothing : Light tropical (cotton) for summer & Light woolen for winter.

Kumbhalgarh is the second most important bastion in the Mewar region, after Chittorgarh. Where it now stands, was once the site of an ancient citadel dating back to the 2nd century AD. That citadel belonged to a Jain descendant of India's Mauryan emperors. Rana Kumbha founded the fort of Kumbhalgarh in the 15th century. Kumbhalgarh in Rajasthan, India is one of the few forts in India that remain unconquered till date. One of the reasons behind this is the inaccessibility and hostile topography of the fort. Maharana Fateh Singh got the fort renovated in the 19th century.

Read on this Kumbhalgarh city guide to know more about this invincible fortress:

Kumbhalgarh Excursions
A splendid dam was built on the lake in the 17th century। On the banks of the lake are stunning torans (arches), chhatris (cenotaphs) and a number of gorgeous pavilions.
There are numerous Kumbhalgarh excursions worth visiting around the city. Amongst them, some of the most famous ones that should be included in a Kumbhalgarh excursion tour are:

Rajsamand Lake
One of the popular excursions around Kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan is the Rajsamand Lake, situated on the way to the city. A splendid dam was built on the lake in the 17th century. On the banks of the lake are stunning torans (arches), chhatris (cenotaphs) and a number of gorgeous pavilions. The embankment below houses a Rest House of the Irrigation Department, adorned with a magnificently laid out garden. Stunning sculptures and Sanskrit verses vividly inscribed in store are the other attractions of the lake.

Ghanerao Royal Castle
Ghanerao Royal Castle is located in Ghanerao (Rajasthan - India) at a distance of 120 kms from the Udaipur Airport and 36 kms from the Falna railway स्टेशन
Ghanerao Royal Castle of Rajasthan is situated in the Ghanerao region, near Kumbhalgarh. Gopal Das Rathore got the castle built in the year 1606. Ghanerao Castle consists of a number of graceful sandstone havelis and marble bastions. Numerous Rajput miniature paintings adorn the walls of this magnificent castle built in typical Rajput architectural style. Beautifully carved lattice friezes and chandeliered rooms are the other impressive features of this castle. Cannon balls strikes have marked some of the boundary walls of the Ghanerao Royal Castle. There are also the splendid cenotaphs of the former rulers and warriors near the castle.

Tourist Attractions Of Kumbhalgarh
Information on Kumbhalgarh tours and sightseeing in Kumbhalgarh city of Rajasthan, India।
One of the major tourist attractions of Kumbhalgarh is its wildlife sanctuary. However, apart from that, there are also a number of other places to see in Kumbhalgarh. Kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan sightseeing tour will include some of the below mentioned attractions:

Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary
Spread over an area of 578 sq km, the Kumbhalgarh wildlife sanctuary is home to a wide variety of wildlife. Wolf, leopards, sloth bear, hyena, jackal, jungle cat, nilgai, four horned antelope, chinkara, grey jungle fowl and a number of other animals inhabit this sanctuary. A birds watcher's paradise, the sanctuary serves as a habitat of peacocks, doves, red spur owls, parakeets, golden oriole, gray pigeons, bulbul, white breasted kingfisher, etc

Kumbhalgarh Fort
Rana Kumbha got the Kumbhalgarh fort constructed in the 15th century. One of the few forts in Rajasthan that have remained unconquered. Kumbhalgarh was also the birthplace of Maharana Pratap, Mewar's legendary king. The attractions of the fort include a number of fascinating palaces and an array of temples inside it. The fort is enclosed by a thick wall, running up to 36 km and offers a splendid view of the surroundings.

How To Reach Kumbhalgarh
Udaipur is the nearest airport from Kumbhalgarh, which is serviced by regular flights to and from cities like Delhi, Mumbai and Jaipur।
Located in the southern part of Rajasthan (close to Udaipur), Kumbhalgarh is an interesting tourist destination. Some of the tourist attractions worth visiting at Kumbhalgarh are Haldighati, Muchchal Mahavir, Kumbhalgarh Fort and the Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary.

How to Reach Kumbhalgarh
By Air
Udaipur is the nearest airport from Kumbhalgarh, which is serviced by regular flights to and from cities like Delhi, Mumbai and Jaipur

Kumbhalgarh Weather
Information on Kumbhalgarh weather। Also find discussion on Kumbhalgarh weather and climate.
The climate of Kumbhalgarh is of a tropical type. Summers are warm with the maximum temperature climbing up to around 42° C. Kumbhalgarh weather experiences delightful and pleasant winters. The average temperature in the winter season falls in the range of 25° C (max) to 11° C (min). The climatic conditions of Kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan during monsoons are quite humid. The annual total rainfall averages around 88 cm. The best time to visit the city of Kumbhalgarh is during the months of September to March.

Forts In Udaipur

about the Fort of Udaipur in Rajasthan.
The imperial history of Mewar looks still alive in the forts of Udaipur. The Forts around Udaipur boast about the legends of glorious past. These ancient forts had witnessed the great battles of Mewar. The huge forts had served the Royalty of Mewar. In the present day, the fort stands as the quintessence of the sovereigns of the erstwhile age. These ancestral structures are made of solid foundations that have resisted the weather, cyclones and earthquakes since centuries.

Chittorgarh Fort and Kumbhalgarh Fort are the prominent forts that are located near Udaipur। Once these forts were part of the Royal kingdom, but today people from all over the globe come to visit these invaluable structures of Rajasthan, India. The magnificent architecture and splendid work of these forts are worth-seeing. Undoubtedly, you would be left wondering about the glorious days of the majestic Kings.

Kumbhalgarh Fort
Kumbhalgarh Fort is the second most important fort of the Mewar Rulers of Rajasthan। Read more about Kumbhalgarh Fort of India.

Location : At a distance of 64 kms in north-west of Udaipur, in राजस्थान district
Built by : Maharana Kumbha
Built in : 15th century
Highlights : Badal Mahal (the Palace of Clouds)
How to reach : One can easily reach Kumbhalgarh Fort either by taking regular buses or by hiring Taxis from Udaipur city

Kumbhalgarh Fort is the second most important fort of Rajasthan after Chittorgarh. Located at a distance of 64 kms from Udaipur in Rajasmand district, Kumbhalgarh Fort is easily accessible from the city of Udaipur. This unconquerable fortress is secured under the kind protection of the Aravali ranges. Kumbhalgarh Fort was built by Maharana Rana Kumbha in the 15th century. The fort derived its name from the same factor.

Encircled by thirteen elevated mountain peaks, the fort is constructed on the top most ridges around 1,914 meters above sea level. The fortifications of the fort extend to the length of 36 kilometers and this fact has made this fort to be in the international records. It is stated to be the second longest wall in the world, the first being ''the Great Wall of China''। The huge complex of the Fort has numerous palaces, temples and gardens making it more magnificent.

Chittorgarh Fort
Chittorgarh Fort is acknowledged as the largest fort of India। Read more about Chittaurgarh Heritage Fort in Rajasthan.

The magnificent Chittorgarh fort located 175 kms. east of Udaipur is dedicated to Chitrangad Maurya Bappa Rawal who was the founder of the Sisodia dynasty. The fort is spread over 700 acres and houses regal palaces, temples and towers. This fort is rated as the foremost in embattlement tactics and is among the most impregnable forts ever built by the Rajputs.

The Chittorgarh fort rises like a mirage from the adjoining plains underneath and stands like a sentinel at a height of 180 meters. One has to cross several gates to reach Rampal which is the entry point to this impregnable fort. Legend has it that when Mughal emperor Akbar laid seize to the fort, two great Rajput warriors - Jaimull and Kulla fought till the last breath of their lives and in memory of the brave sons of the soil, two exquisite cenotaphs have been built within the ramparts.

The fort has several majestic palaces, each one more beautiful than the other. For instance the Rana Kumbha Palace, the Fateh Prakash Palace, Rani Padmini's Palace to name just a few of the palaces that are housed inside the fort all exemplify with the saga of gallantry, courage and heroism of the redoubtable Rajputs.