7 places to discover
Bhuvanagiri Fort, also known as Bhongir Fort, is a historic hill fort built in 1076 CE by the Western Chalukya ruler Tribhuvanamalla Vikramaditya VI. Located on a massive monolithic rock approximately 610 meters high in Bhongir town, it stands as one of Telangana's most iconic heritage sites. The fort features ancient ramparts, underground chambers, temples, and offers panoramic views from its summit.
Daulatabad Fort, originally known as Devagiri, is a historic hill fort located in Daulatabad, Maharashtra, about 16 kilometers northwest of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. Built in the 12th century by the Yadava dynasty, it served as the capital of the Yadavas, the Delhi Sultanate under Muhammad bin Tughluq, and later the Ahmadnagar Sultanate. The fort is renowned for its formidable defensive architecture, including moats, ramparts, and labyrinthine tunnels, situated atop a conical hill.
Dhar Fort is a historic fort located on a small hillock on the northern outskirts of Dhar town in Madhya Pradesh. Associated with the Paramara dynasty and later rulers including the Delhi Sultanate, Mughals and Marathas, the fort is built of red sandstone and features massive ramparts, bastions and gateways. It houses structures such as Kharbuja Mahal and offers views over Dhar town and surrounding plains.
Qila Mubarak, also known as Bathinda Fort, is a historic fort located in the heart of Bathinda city in Punjab, India. Believed to be one of the oldest surviving forts in India, dating back to the Kushan period around 90-110 CE, it is notable for its massive brick structure rising 36 meters high. The fort is historically associated with Empress Razia Sultana and Guru Gobind Singh Ji, and houses a gurdwara commemorating his visit.
Shajapur Fort is a historic fortification located in Shajapur city in Madhya Pradesh, India, situated on the banks of the Chiller River. Originally associated with the Mughal period and linked to Emperor Shah Jahan, the fort later came under Maratha and Scindia control. Today it houses government offices and is noted for its bastions, gateways and views over the town, representing the layered history of the Malwa region.
Srirangapatna Fort is a historic fortified town located on an island formed by the Kaveri River in Srirangapatna, Mandya district, Karnataka, about 15 km from Mysore. Originally built in 1454 by Timmanna Nayaka and later expanded by Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan, it served as the capital of Mysore. Notable for its massive stone walls, gates and associated monuments, the fort encloses temples, mosques and palace remains and is a prominent heritage attraction.
Taragarh Fort is a historic hilltop fortress located in Bundi, Rajasthan, perched at approximately 1,426 feet on the Aravalli mountain range. Built in 1354 by Rao Deva Hada, it is considered one of the oldest forts in Rajasthan and served as the residence of the Hada Chauhan Rajput rulers. The fort features massive gateways, intricate carvings, secret tunnels, and structures like Bhim Burj and Rani Mahal, offering panoramic views of Bundi town.