|
|
|
Mehrangarh Fort, Jodhpur |
|
Introduction of the
Mehrangarh Fort |
|
Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur is one of finest fort among
various other forts of Rajasthan. Mehrangarh fort has a
magnificent and imposing structure, with a commanding
view of the surrounding landscape. This fort is perched
on the rocky cliff. The fort is situated at an altitude
of about 125 metres and is spread over an area of 5
square km with seven gates. The Mehrangarh Fort is
visited by thousands of tourists every year. |
 |
|
|
Architecture of the Mehrangarh Fort
The Mehrangarh fort is a labyrinth of wonders, not knowing
what the next doorway might lead to. In front of the mammoth
gate of Mehrangarh Fort, you can find a bearded Jodhpur
resident, dressed in traditional threads with turban, sword,
shield and hookah welcoming the tourists. You can also find a
couple of local musicians singing Rajasthani folk music. |
|
|
|
Inside
the Mehrangarh fort you will find the carefully
preserved regal artifacts which are the Phool Mahal,
Sukh Mahal and Moti Mahal. The ceiling and the walls of
the fort are exquisitely decorated, with delicate
lattice work on the windows. A series of courtyards and
palaces greet the visitor inside the Mehrangarh Fort.
The palace apartments house a splendid collection of the
trappings of the Indian royalty. Inside the fort you
will |
 |
|
|
also find the
large and unusual wooden statues which are painted bright and
the artillery system of the Rajput warriors. Through the
various avenues and routes of this sprawled complex, you will
reach the fort roof, overlooking the entire city of Jodhpur,
from over rows of medieval cannons. You would be able to have
a look at the entire city below.
Mehrangarh Museum
Mehrangarh Museum Trust was established in March, 1972 by the
Maharaja Gaj Singh II with the principal objective of setting
up a world class museum in Jodhpur. The construction of
Mehrangarh museum was started after the establishment of
trust. Now the Mehrangarh Museum houses and display the
Maharaja's substantial collection of miniature paintings,
portraits, books and manuscripts, weapons, textiles and tents,
elephant howdahs and palanquins and various artistic objects
in fourteen display rooms. Today various foreign and Indian
tourists visit the Mehrangarh Museum. |
| |
| |
|
|
| |
|
 |
|
