Junagarh Fort, Bikaner

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One of the most imposing forts of Northern India-- Junagarh Fort has remained unconquered till date. This fort was built in 15th century by one of the most able & trusted generals of Akbar, Raja Rai Singh.

A high wall & deep moats surround the fort. The 37 bastions guard the fort & only two gates provide the access inside the fort. The Suraj Pol or the Sun Gate is the main entrance to the fort.

The Junagarh Fort has defied all the attacks except for the brief stint by Kamaran who captured the fort but was unable to retain his victory more than 24 hours.

Inside the fort is a profusion of 37 palaces, temples & pavilions that are marvels in red sandstone construction. The palaceshave exquisitely carved windows, balconies, towers & kiosks.

The mirrors, paintings & carved marble panels in the Moon Palace are a treat for eyes. The Phool Mahal or Flower Palace was adorned with glasses & mirrors. The victory over Aurangzeb was celebrated by building the Karan Mahal.

The multi-storeyed Anup Mahal was the governance chambers for the rulers. The beautifully maintained rooms now display the treasures of the Royal family. Also worth visiting are the Ganga Niwas, Dungar Niwas, Vijai Mahal, & Rang Mahal.

The fort museum has an extensive collection of illuminated manuscripts, jewellery, jars & carpets, arms & weapons, treaties, decorations & the 'Farmans'.

This fort & it's palaces were built between 1588-1593 by raja Raj Singh, a general in the army of the Mughal emperor Akbar. It has a 96 mt long wall, with 37 bastions & 2 entrances. The main entrance of the fort is Suraj pol or sun gate.

The fort encompasses many palaces amongst which the most spectacular ones are the Chandra Mahal or Moon palace, the Phool Mahal or Flower palace, both ornated with carved panels & mirrors & the Karan Mahal.

Karan Mahal was built in remembrance of the celebration of the grand victory over Aurangzeb. Durga Niwas, a fabulously painted courtyard & Ganga Niwas which housed a finely carved red sandstone front, are the other places of attraction in this fort.

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