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Mehrangarh Fort - Rajasthan Travel Guide

Mehrangarh Fort is located in Jodhpur city in Rajasthan state. It is one of the biggest forts in India .The fort is located on a height of 400 feet above the city and is bordered by impressive thick walls. Inside its territorial borders, there are numerous palaces, which are recognized for their complicated carvings and extensive designs. Initially named the Chintamani fort is constructed in 1459 by Jodhpur’s founding father, Rao Jodha. It must have been very intimidating to the invaders and this is a very safe fort.

Mehrangarh Fort - Rajasthan Travel Guide

Mehrangarh Fort is the most extensive and splendid fort in Rajasthan. It is the largest one which includes Moti Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Phool Mahal, Zenana deodi, Chamunda Mataji temple and it includes galleries devoted to howdahs (elephant-mounted seats), palanquins, fine arts, weaponry, and the inevitable Turban Gallery. It is very large and therefore you will have to cross seven gates. Fort museum is the best museum in Rajasthan and certainly the best lay out. There are different types and kinds of folk musical instruments which are liked by the tourists. So this is the reason why it is the famous tourist’s attraction destination.

Mehrangarh fort contains different types of transportations. The narrow lanes of the inner walled city of Jodhpur are best traveled by Autos, but one can also be explore the city by bicycle or motorcycle/scooter. Public transport is accessible but disorganized and not suitable except when on a tight budget. Tonga is also one of the best means to use travel purpose. You can hire a car or a taxi it is easy and comfort but it may expensive according to their budgets tourists can choose the means of transport to travel the very beautiful Mehrangarh fort.
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