Chittorgarh Fort

                                                                     Chittorgarh Fort

Location:	At a distance of 112km from Udaipur, on a high hill near the Gambheri River in Chittaurgarh, Rajasthan
Built by:	Various Maurya rulers
Built in:	7th century A.D
Highlights:	Numerous palaces and towers inside the fort
How to reach:	One can easily reach Chittorgarh Fort either by taking regular buses or by hiring Taxis from Udaipur city

	Chittaurgarh Fort is truly an embodiment of chivalry and pride of the Rajputs. The fort has a long story of romance, courage, determination and sacrifice.Chittorgarh Fort is said to have been the capital of the Gahlot and Sisodia kings who ruled Mewar between the eighth and the sixteenth century. The Fort was named after Chittrangad Maurya.               The fort was attacked three times and every time it got saved by the daring heroism of the Rajput warriors. In 1303, for the first time, this fort was attacked by Allaudin Khilji to fulfill his desire to make off with Rani Padmini. For the second time, the Fort was sacked by Sultan Bahadur Shah of Gujarat in 1535. In 1567, it was attacked for the last time by Mughal Emperor Akbar to conquer Maharana Udai Singh. Every time, a jauhar (mass suicide) was observed and the womenfolk of the Royalty never submitted themselves.