Patwari Exam · Rajasthan GK

Major Forts of Rajasthan

This note introduces Rajasthan's major forts — Mehrangarh, Chittorgarh, Amer, Jaisalmer and others — along with their builders and key features.

Key Facts

Mehrangarh Fort (Jodhpur): Built by Rao Jodha in 1459; classified as a "giri-durg" (hill fort); located on Chidiya Tunk hill.
Chittorgarh Fort: Rajasthan's largest fort, spread over about 700 acres; saw three major sakas (mass self-sacrifices) — 1303 (Alauddin), 1535 (the Sultan of Gujarat) and 1568 (Akbar).
Amer Fort (Jaipur): Developed by Mirza Raja Jai Singh I; notable for the Sheesh Mahal (Mirror Palace); a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Jaisalmer Fort: Built by Bhati ruler Rao Jaisal in 1156; known as the "Sonar Kila" (Golden Fort); one of India's largest living forts.
Ranthambore Fort: Built by Chauhan king Vakpatiraj; conquered by Akbar in 1569; a "giri-durg" (hill fort).
Kumbhalgarh Fort: Built by Maharana Kumbha in the 15th century; has the world's second-longest wall (36 km); a UNESCO heritage site.
Gagron Fort: Located in Jhalawar at the confluence of the Kali Sindh and Aahu rivers; classified as a jal-durg (water fort); a UNESCO heritage site.
Lohagarh Fort (Bharatpur): Built by Suraj Mal in 1733; the British launched 13 unsuccessful attacks on it.
Taragarh (Ajmer): Situated on an Aravalli hill; also known as Ajaimeru Durg.
Bhatner Fort (Hanumangarh): Built in the 3rd century, one of India's oldest forts; a three-storeyed fort.

Which is Rajasthan's largest fort?+

Chittorgarh Fort is Rajasthan's largest fort, spread over about 700 acres.

What is notable about the wall of Kumbhalgarh Fort?+

The wall of Kumbhalgarh Fort is the world's second-longest wall (36 km), and the fort is a UNESCO heritage site.

Why could the British not conquer Lohagarh Fort?+

The British launched 13 unsuccessful attacks on Bharatpur's Lohagarh Fort, which is why it is considered an invincible fort.