Khandar fort was a place of excellent value to the rulers and kings of India. To conquer Khandar fort was a really challenging job for each and every emperor and they’ve always fancied catching the unconquerable fort. The fort is located in the Sawai Madhopur district of Rajasthan, on the border of the Ranthambore National Park & Tiger book. The fort was constructed strategically from the mountain area that helped it to gain authority within the attackers.
Khandar fort belonged to the Sisodia dynasty before coming under the control of the Mughals after which the Rajputs. The potency of Mewar rulers put within the potency of the fort along with the folks. The powerful fort was strong and as courageous as the men and women who continued their empire after constant attacks from the international elections. It functioned as a safety place of Ranthambore Tour Packages and contains many famous temples situated inside the Khandar Fort which stays there until now.
The gorgeous monument serves as a historic accomplishment in memory of those conflicts and wars which every dynasty has ever won. The architecture and rocky exterior of this fort are mesmerizing to each eye. The region contains abundant biodiversity and creatures that live around the fort walls.
History of Khandar Fort
The Khander fort was a very coveted fort. The mountains and the steep hills made any siege on the fort very difficult. It is a very popular saying that the fort and the people inside it never lost a war. It was such a favourite strategic spot among the rulers that many kings fought and won many wars for the fort.
The fort being so coveted was passed through many hands throughout the years. The first documented rulers of the fort were the rulers of Mewar. When the Mughals came to India, the fort passed into the hands of the Mughals. During the 18th century when the Maharajas of Jaipur were at their peak, they won over the fort with the help of the British. The Mughal Empire which was already on the decline could not win over the two combined powerful armies. They finally ceded over the fort to the Rajputs.
This fort also belonged to Bargujar Kings and was attacked by AllaudinKhilji.It is very near to the river Chambal and even Banas Things To Do Ranthambore.
Architecture of Khandar Fort
It has three huge but damaged entrances. The walls are also damaged. Its design depicts the ancient Indian architectural standards. It houses seven Temples : An old Jain Temple having carved rock idols of Jain Tirthankaras, a Hanuman Temple having a single stone idol of Lord Hanuman with a demon under its feet, a Chaturbhuja Temple having an idol of four-armed God, a Jayanti Mata Temple where an annual fair is organised, Gobind Dev Ji Temple, Jagatpal Ji Temple and Rani Temple which is located on the highest platform of the Fort.
The Fort also has two huge water tanks named Ramkunda and Laxmankunda and seven small ponds out of which only four are visible. A place within the Fort where water flows from the rocks is known as Narsingha Dhar. A road is located in the middle of the Fort which is connected to Hawa Mahal and Rani Mahal. It was used by queens to travel in a ‘Baggi’ (a cart). At a place in between the last gate and the Ramkund, the ruins of a huge mosque are located. The Fort had a Sharada Cannon whose fire could cross the Banas River.
Best Time to Visit
Since Sawai Madhopur experiences extreme weather conditions, the best time to visit the fort is between the months of October and March, when the weather conditions are quite pleasant.
How to Reach Khandar Fort
The best way to reach the fort is to either hire a taxi or an auto-rickshaw to the parking area and from there one has to trek up a small hill to reach the fort.