{"id":2627,"date":"2012-06-30T10:00:46","date_gmt":"2012-06-30T04:30:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.manahotels.in\/traveller\/?p=2627"},"modified":"2021-05-19T17:58:31","modified_gmt":"2021-05-19T12:28:31","slug":"world-heritage-status","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/rajasthan\/world-heritage-status.html","title":{"rendered":"Five Monuments in Rajasthan up for World Heritage Status"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Monuments are a defining aspect of Rajasthani culture, heritage, and architecture; and for that matter everything Rajasthan. These majestic structures bestow such an unparalleled grandeur to the state that they easily become the envy of all other states in India. Five monuments from Rajasthan have recently been recommended to UNESCO for world heritage status. Below we make an attempt to appreciate the grandiosity of these five truly amazing structures:<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Page Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/rajasthan\/world-heritage-status.html\/#Ranthambore_Fort\" >Ranthambore Fort<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/rajasthan\/world-heritage-status.html\/#Gagron_Fort_Jhalawar_Fort\" >Gagron Fort (Jhalawar Fort)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/rajasthan\/world-heritage-status.html\/#Chittorgarh_Fort\" >Chittorgarh Fort<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/rajasthan\/world-heritage-status.html\/#Amber_Fort\" >Amber Fort<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/rajasthan\/world-heritage-status.html\/#Kumbhalgarh_Fort\" >Kumbhalgarh Fort<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ranthambore_Fort\"><\/span><strong><a class=\"highslide\" href=\"http:\/\/www.manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/06\/ranthambore-fort.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-2632 size-medium\" title=\"ranthambore-fort\" src=\"http:\/\/www.manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/06\/ranthambore-fort-300x222.jpg\" alt=\"ranthambore-fort, World Heritage Status\" width=\"300\" height=\"222\" srcset=\"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/06\/ranthambore-fort-300x222.jpg 300w, https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/06\/ranthambore-fort.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>Ranthambore Fort<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A formidable structure situated within the bounds of Ranthambore National Park, the Ranthambore Fort has been a focal point of several major developments in the history of Rajasthan. It is situated near Sawai Madhopur town in Rajasthan and is known for the glory and valour of the brave king Hammir Dev of Chauhan dynasty. Situated atop a hill, the fort offers a panoramic view of the National Park. This fortress was constructed in 944 AD by Nagil Jats. Strategically located, it comprises massive gates, lofty walls, tanks, and temples. The only entry to the fort is through these lofty gates that encompasses so many defense mechanisms. Inside the fort, there are three Hindu temples dedicated to Ganesh, Shiva, and Ramlalaji constructed in the 12th and 13th centuries from red Karauli stone. There is also a Jain temple of Lord Sumatinath (5th Jain Tirthankar) and Lord Sambhavanath.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gagron_Fort_Jhalawar_Fort\"><\/span><strong><a class=\"highslide\" href=\"http:\/\/www.manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/06\/Gagron-Fort.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-2630 size-medium\" title=\"Gagron Fort\" src=\"https:\/\/www.manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/06\/Gagron-Fort-300x164.jpg\" alt=\"Gagron Fort\" width=\"300\" height=\"164\" srcset=\"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/06\/Gagron-Fort-300x164.jpg 300w, https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/06\/Gagron-Fort.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>Gagron Fort (Jhalawar Fort)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Gagron Fort in Jhalawar is great embodiment of Rajasthani architecture in terms of design, structure and strategy. Add to this the charismatic stories of Rajput chivalry. It is the only fort which is surrounded by water on all four sites. \u00a0It is surrounded by the Ahu and Kali Sindh rivers on three sides. The fourth is a moat: a ditch filled with water to protect the fort against any infiltration and assault. The fort is hence known as \u2018Jaldurg\u2019. The foundation of this magnificent fort was laid around 7<sup>th<\/sup> or 8<sup>th<\/sup> century AD. It served as a capital of Khichi Chauhans. Outside the fort there is the mausoleum of a Sufi saint, Mitte Shah, where a fair is organised every year during the Islamic month of Ramzan.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chittorgarh_Fort\"><\/span><strong>Chittorgarh Fort<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Chittorgarh Fort is the epitome of <a class=\"highslide\" href=\"http:\/\/www.manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/06\/Chittorgarh-Fort.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-2629 size-medium\" title=\"Chittorgarh Fort\" src=\"https:\/\/www.manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/06\/Chittorgarh-Fort-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"Chittorgarh Fort\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/06\/Chittorgarh-Fort-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/06\/Chittorgarh-Fort.jpg 550w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>Rajput pride, romance and gallantry. The largest fort in the country (in terms of area), the Chittorgarh Fort is viewed as the \u2018Pride of Rajasthan\u2019. It is perched atop a 180 metre high hillock and is spread over a mammoth area of 700 acres, 40 percent of which is made up by water bodies. The fort is a treasure trove of history and offers a wonderful insight into the life of Rajput rulers, for whom their honour mattered most. The fort is 180 metre tall and occupies an area of 700 acres and built by the Mauryans in 7<sup>th<\/sup> century AD. According to a popular legend, it is said the Bhima of the Pandavas built the fort. The fort is approached through seven huge gateways or \u00b4pols\u00b4, which are guarded by watch tower and massive iron spiked doors.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Amber_Fort\"><\/span><strong>Amber Fort<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Amber Fort is located in the small town of Am<a class=\"highslide\" href=\"http:\/\/www.manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/06\/Amber-Fort.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-2628 size-medium\" title=\"Amber Fort\" src=\"https:\/\/www.manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/06\/Amber-Fort-300x210.jpg\" alt=\"Amber Fort\" width=\"300\" height=\"210\" srcset=\"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/06\/Amber-Fort-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/06\/Amber-Fort.jpg 354w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>er, 11 km away from the \u2018Pink City\u2019 Jaipur. A principal tourist attraction from Jaipur, it was constructed by Raja Man Singh I and is situated on top of a hill, overlooking the Maota Lake. The fort is divided into four main sections each with its own entry gate and courtyard. It was the home of Rajput royalty before the city of Jaipur came into existence and also served their defence needs. Within its mighty walls, the fort houses a number of breathtaking palaces, halls, gardens, and temples. The elaborate mirror work also amplifies the grandeur. Jai Mandir is a famous temple in the fort which has Sheesh Mahal, a beautiful hall of mirrors that are so artistically set that even a tiny ray of light gets reflected in the mirrors and illumines the hall dazzlingly.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kumbhalgarh_Fort\"><\/span><strong>Kumbhalgarh Fort<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Kumb<a class=\"highslide\" href=\"http:\/\/www.manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/06\/Kumbalgarh-Fort.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-2631 size-medium\" title=\"Kumbalgarh Fort\" src=\"https:\/\/www.manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/06\/Kumbalgarh-Fort-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"Kumbalgarh Fort\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/06\/Kumbalgarh-Fort-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/manahotels.in\/traveller\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/06\/Kumbalgarh-Fort.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>halgarh is an ancient Mewar bastion that stands majestically amidst a picturesque landscape in the district of Rajsamand in Southern Rajasthan. Situated just 82 km towards the Northeast of Udaipur, the tourism capital of Southern Rajashtan, the fort was erected by Rana Kumbha (hence the name Kumbhalgarh) in the 15<sup>th<\/sup> century AD. From the top of the fort, one gets a bird-eye\u2019s view of the countryside. Encircled by thirteen elevated mountain peaks, the fort is constructed on the topmost ridges around 1,914 meters above sea level. The wall fortifying the fort is 36 km and this makes it the second longest wall in the world after the Great Wall of China. \u00a0The huge complex of the Fort has numerous palaces, temples, and gardens making it all the more magnificent.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Monuments are a defining aspect of Rajasthani culture, heritage, and architecture; and for that matter everything Rajasthan. These majestic structures bestow such an unparalleled grandeur to the state that they easily become the envy of all other states in India. 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