India Tourism >> India Destinations >> Chittorgarh
Tourist information for travel to Chittorgarh Rajasthan
An Overview
Location of Chittaurgarh is in south east Rajasthan 120 km from Udaipur. Chittor was former capital of Mewar state which later transferred to Udaipur in 15Th century. The historic fort of Chittorgarh is one of the largest in world spreading over about 15km. The fort is till in its original shape, which takes you back to the memories of 500 years back. Besides visit to chittor fort you can stay in heritage castles near chittaurgarh.
How To Reach ?
Nearest airport is Udaipur which is 90 km and is connected by four lane express way. Same day excursion to chittaurgarh fort can also be organised from udaipur. Also you can see chittorgarh fort while on your way from Jaipur to Udaipur and vice-versa.
When to visit Chittaurgarh ?
The fort is open throughout the year so you can travel to chittorgarh any time. Since days are comparatively hot during summer months prefer to visit fort in the morning or late afternoon.
Accommodation in Chittor
At Chittaurgarh there are very few hotels as most of the tourists prefer to stay in Udaipur which is hardly two hours drive from here. Trvelers have option of both heritage hotel and modern hotel. Nearby chittor there are castles converted into heritage accommodations, and they organises various adventure and cultural activities for tourists. Find Hotel in Chittaurgarh
Chittaurgarh Fort
Chittorgarh fort is most important tourist place here. You can visit palaces, temples, memorials and lakes at chittor fort. If you are visiting fort at your own, hire autorickshaw which will take you around the fort by charging about INR 300. It is advised to take tourist department guides which are available at fort, they will tell you history and the legends associated with Chittaurgarh fort. The fort was witness to hundreds of bloody battles, in which Rajput warriors have proved their walour by fighting to their last breath, without caring about the final outcome. Padmini Palace in Chittaurgarh fort is place where thousands of Rajput women performed mass suicide by throwing themselves into sacred fire. This was done to save their honour and also to boost morale of their menfolk during war. Contact our tour planner for more details on chittorgarh fort and to plan itinerary with visit to chittaurgarh fort.
Location of Chittaurgarh is in south east Rajasthan 120 km from Udaipur. Chittor was former capital of Mewar state which later transferred to Udaipur in 15Th century. The historic fort of Chittorgarh is one of the largest in world spreading over about 15km. The fort is till in its original shape, which takes you back to the memories of 500 years back. Besides visit to chittor fort you can stay in heritage castles near chittaurgarh. How To Reach ?
Nearest airport is Udaipur which is 90 km and is connected by four lane express way. Same day excursion to chittaurgarh fort can also be organised from udaipur. Also you can see chittorgarh fort while on your way from Jaipur to Udaipur and vice-versa.
When to visit Chittaurgarh ?
The fort is open throughout the year so you can travel to chittorgarh any time. Since days are comparatively hot during summer months prefer to visit fort in the morning or late afternoon.
Accommodation in Chittor
At Chittaurgarh there are very few hotels as most of the tourists prefer to stay in Udaipur which is hardly two hours drive from here. Trvelers have option of both heritage hotel and modern hotel. Nearby chittor there are castles converted into heritage accommodations, and they organises various adventure and cultural activities for tourists. Find Hotel in Chittaurgarh
Chittaurgarh Fort
Chittorgarh fort is most important tourist place here. You can visit palaces, temples, memorials and lakes at chittor fort. If you are visiting fort at your own, hire autorickshaw which will take you around the fort by charging about INR 300. It is advised to take tourist department guides which are available at fort, they will tell you history and the legends associated with Chittaurgarh fort. The fort was witness to hundreds of bloody battles, in which Rajput warriors have proved their walour by fighting to their last breath, without caring about the final outcome. Padmini Palace in Chittaurgarh fort is place where thousands of Rajput women performed mass suicide by throwing themselves into sacred fire. This was done to save their honour and also to boost morale of their menfolk during war. Contact our tour planner for more details on chittorgarh fort and to plan itinerary with visit to chittaurgarh fort.