Kishangarh in Details, Rajasthan

Kishangarh Fort, built in 1649 by Maharaja Roop Singh the fort is also named after its ruler and is popularly known as Roopangarh fort. The Kishangarh fort combines the best of Rajput and Mughal architecture. The nine turreted fortifications of the fort encompass within it several battlements, jails, granaries, armories and foundries. The colossal double height Durbar Hall has latticed windows above for the Queens to see the proceedings going on below. The fort is enveloped by a deep moated wall which makes it one of the most formidable forts of Rajasthan. In fact the Kishangarh fort is one of the few unconquered forts in Rajput history.

Another structure which offers a magnetic appeal to the fort is the Phool Mahal or the Flower Palace. The palace is a living example of the splendor of the Rathore Rajputs. The walls of the beautiful palace are adorned by striking frescoes and gorgeous murals. The Phool Mahal is now converted into a heritage hotel. As one further approaches the Kishangarh fort what greets us are the massive beautiful courtyard and eye-catching fountains. The view one gets of the Kishangarh town from top of the fort is simply astounding.

The fort has witnessed many of the patronizing deeds of its rulers towards art, architecture, music and poetry. The Kishangarh Fort has played a pivotal role in enriching the arts and culture of Rajasthan. The Kishangarh School of Art which produced the Bani Thani style of miniature paintings and are renowned world over originated here in the 18th century. Many of these beautiful miniature paintings are now on display in the fort. For many art lovers these paintings are a major draw to be at the fort. The Kishangarh fort is worth a call when one visits the city of Ajmer-Pushkar.

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