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LOHAGARH FORT

Bharatpur, Rajasthan, India

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Located at Bharatpur in Rajasthan, the Lohagarh Fort indeed stands true to its name and has survived solidly and battled the attacks of military forces as well as the ravages of time for centuries. The fort was constructed by the Bharatpur Jat rulers. Maharaja Suraj Mal used all his power and wealth to a good cause and built numerous forts and palaces across his kingdom, one of them being the famous Lohagarh Fort. The monument is an architectural marvel that has especially captures the interests of architecture students and historians.

The Lohagarh Fort is a one of its kind monument. 'Lohagad' means 'fort of iron' and the fort, as its name suggests, is virtually impenetrable. It is protected by deep moats on all sides and it was widely believed in earlier times that the fort could fall "only when a crocodile swallowed up all the water in the moat." Originally built in the 1730's, most of the fort today is occupied by government offices and a museum. What strikes the tourist immediately about the architecture of the fort is the lack of pretence; it is simple as far as carvings, paintings and other frills go. There's almost no room for unnecessary ornamentation with its emphasis being on security and security only. Simply put, the fort is modest and functional.

Suggested time duration

4 Hours

Crowded Period

Weekend

Best Season To Visit

November to March

Do's & Dont's

  • Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
  • Do not consume liquor.

Architecture

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Timings

Day Start Time End Time Adult Entry Fee Child Entry Fee
Sunday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
10:00 AM 08:00 PM Free Free
  • Monday is Holiday

Transport Connections

Name Distance Contact Number
Bharatpur Bus Stand
2 KM 1800-2000-103
Bharatpur Junction
2.2 KM 139
Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay Airport
51 KM 0562-2400844

What to Carry

  • Carry Water Bottle and Snacks

Suitable For

Adults Elderly Children Infants

Facilities

Toilets Restaurants

Parking

Parking is Available for 10 Cars

Nearest Town

Town Name Distance
Bharatpur 1.5 KM

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LOHAGARH FORT

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