Mammadev Temple
Mammadev Temple is loacted right below the Kumbhalgarh Fort and is known for its beautiful architecture and interiors. Built by Rana Kumbha in 1460, this temple boasts of intricate sculptures and is definitely one of the best places to visit in Kumbhalgarh. The temple has two cenotaphs or ‘chhatris’ in memories of famous rulers Rana Kumbh and Prithviraj Chauhan. Moreover, there were four huge blocks in the temple with inscriptions of history and heritage of Mewar clan. But a few years ago, the pillars were transported to Udaipur museum. There is also a huge reservoir locally called ‘kund’.
Top tourist places to visit in the Kumbhalgarh:
An architectural wonder of Rajasthan - Kumbhalgarh Fort: The Kumbhalgarh Fort was built by the Rana Kumbha of Mewar. This mammoth and gorgeous fort is enclosed by a huge wall stretching for 30 kms. There are numerous palaces and temples located inside the fort and the panoramic view of the forests and hills from the top of the fort leaves everyone awestruck.
A tourist place worth visiting - Mammadev Temple: Mammadev Temple is loacted right below the Kumbhalgarh Fort and it is known for its beautiful interiors and architecture. It is built by Rana Kumbha in 1460. The Mammadev temple has two cenotaphs or chhatris in memories of famous rulers Prithviraj Chauhan and Rana Kumbha.
The splendid palace inside the fort - Badal Mahal: Badal Mahal is a part of the Kumbhalgarh Fort and attracts a large number of tourists for its grandeur and architecture. This is a two-storied palace, located at the top of the fort, known for its breath-taking views and colourful murals. Its breath taking beauty makes it one of the most visited places in Kumbhalgarh. Due to its location at the top, the palace is well ventilated and airy and hence named as Badal Mahal or the Palace of Clouds. The palace is divided into two sections: first is Zanana for the women folk and second is Mardana for the men of the royal clan.
Popular for intricate architecture - Neelkanth Mahadeo Temple The Neelkanth Mahadeo temple has an open mandapa, a sanctum, pillars with inscriptions, six feet high Shiva Linga made of stone and entrances on all four sides.
A rich and vibrant biodiversity - Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary: The wildlife sanctuary has exotic wildlife species like leopards wolves, sloth bear, nilgai, deer, jungle cat and chinkara.The forest is also home to more than 200 bird species as well such as grey jungle fowl, peacocks, dove, parakeets, wild breasted kingfishers and golden oriole etc.