10 Lesser Known Indian Forts And Their Fascinating Stories

Zee Media Bureau
May 07, 2024

1. Kumbhalgarh Fort

Built by Rana Kumbha of Mewar in the 15th century, the 36 km perimeter of walls around Kumbhalgarh Fort are said to resemble the Great Wall of China.

2. Ahilya Fort, Maheswar, Madhya Pradesh

The fort was constructed by Queen Ahilyabai Holkar out of her love for Lord Shiva. It has a temple complex devoted to Lord Shiva having Maratha architecture.

3. Chitradurga Fort, Karnataka

One of the most formidable hill forts in India, the Chitradurga Fort had 19 gateways, 38 postern gates, 35 secret entrances, and 4 invisible entrances, many of which don't exist now.

4. Qila Mubarak, Punjab

Built in 90-110 AD by Kushana emperor Kanishka, Qila Mubarak is thought to be the oldest fort in India. It is also believed to be one of the highest forts in elevation.

5. Daulatabad Fort, Maharashtra

It was originally constructed by the Yadavas as the Devgiri Fort. It was later renamed Daulatabad Fort when it was taken over by Muhammad bin Tughluq in the 14th century.

6. Bidar Fort, Karnataka

the Bidar Fort was built by Ahmad Shah Abdali in 1428. The fort's five darwazas (gateways) and a double ring of walls are worth exploring.

7. Narwar Fort, Madhya Pradesh

This fort was built in the 10th century by the Rajput Kachwaha tribe. Even though much of it is in ruins now, the fort was once as magnificent as the well-known Gwalior Fort.

8. Warangal Fort, Telangana

The Warangal Fort was built in the 13th century during the reign of King Ganapatideva. As it was destroyed by many invaders, visitors can see only the ruins of the fort today.

9. Dhandidhar Fort, Jammu and Kashmir

It was maintained under the supervision of Mian Hathu. It used to be the storage facility for the food grains that were paid by the farmers as revenues.

10. Lohagad Fort, Maharashtra

The Lohagad Fort is a hill fort known for its architectural grandeur. It was used by Shivaji Maharaj to store his treasury.

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