- Best time
- Oct–Mar
- How long
- 1–2 days
- Stay a night
- ₹800–7,000
- Food a day
- ₹250–1,200
- Nearest railhead
- 0 km away
- Nearest airport
- 100 km away
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Plan this tripAbout Chittorgarh
A 7 km hilltop fort of towers, palaces and tanks, tied to the stories of Rani Padmini, Meera Bai and the jauhars.
Things to do in Chittorgarh
Chittorgarh Fort
Chittorgarh Fort is a massive UNESCO hill fort in Rajasthan. Since the sights are spread out across a large area, visitors typically drive between them.
Tip: Wear comfortable footwear as you explore the vast fort complex
Vijay Stambh
Vijay Stambh is a 15th-century tower of victory located at Chittor Fort in Chittorgarh, Rajasthan. It stands alongside other historic structures like the older Kirti Stambh, which is a seven-storey Jain tower built in the Solanki style.
Tip: Wear comfortable footwear as you will need to walk around the large fort complex.
Rani Padmini’s Palace
Rani Padmini’s Palace is a historic water palace in Chittorgarh associated with the famous legend of Queen Padmini. Visitors can explore the charming pavilion set inside a water body where the legendary queen is said to have shown her reflection to Alauddin Khilji.
Kirti Stambh
Kirti Stambh is a 22-metre-high Jain tower of fame situated at Chittor Fort in Rajasthan. Built in the 12th century in the Solanki style, this seven-storey monument stands near the Saat-Bees temple and features sculpted niches originally housing life-size images of Rishabhanatha.
Tip: Look closely at the sculpted niches that once housed life-size images of Rishabhanatha
Meera Temple
Meera Temple in Chittorgarh is an architectural tribute where the devoted poet-saint Meera Bai worshipped Lord Krishna. Located inside the massive Chittorgarh Fort, it reflects the classic Indo-Aryan style of temple architecture.
Tip: Dress modestly as it is an active place of worship
Gaumukh Kund
Gaumukh Kund is a sacred spring-fed water tank located on the edge of a cliff within the Chittorgarh Fort. It features a natural rock formation resembling a cow mouth from which water continuously flows into the reservoir.
Tip: Hold onto your belongings carefully as the area has many resident monkeys
Fort Light & Sound Show
Fort Light and Sound Show in Chittorgarh brings the fort's epic history to life after dark. Visitors can watch the dramatic storytelling unfold against the illuminated historic backdrop.
Tip: Check the schedule in advance for show timings in both Hindi and English
Where to stay in Chittorgarh
Town near the station
Budget hotels with easy autos to the fort.
Fort road
Heritage-style hotels below the hill.
What to eat
Dal baati churma
The Mewar classic.
Kachori & mirchi vada
Breakfast in the town bazaar.
Good to know
- The fort spans 7 km — take an auto or drive between sights.
- Easy day trip from Udaipur (115 km).
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