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Taragarh Fort, Ajmer
Rajasthan has always been known for its royal palaces, forts and sand dunes. So
discussing one of the prime attractions of the forts of Rajasthan we have the Taragarh
Fort of Ajmer. This is a rare example of the architectural genius in the medieval
period.
Taragarh or the 'Star Fort', this 12th century fort stands on a hill top and situated
three kilometers and a steep 1 and a half hour climb beyond the Adhai-Din-Ka-Jhonpra
Mosque. As it is situated on a height, it commands a spectacular view over the city.
The fort was built in the year 1100 A.D., by Ajaypal Chauhan, the town's founder.
The fort was the site of much military activities during Mughal times and was later
used as a sanatorium by the British.
The fort houses massive reservoirs which are carved out of the solid rock and the
Bhim Burj which is a huge crenellation on which rests the canons.
The birds view is a good option to explore the splendor of this lovely fort. The
three gateways of the fort Taragarh in Ajmer are namely Lakshmi Pol, Phuta Darwaza
and Gagudi ki Phatak.
The fort also has the talismatic tunnels under it which were used by the king and
his generals to escape in case of abrupt attack.
Some of the prime attractions of the Taragarh fort in Ajmer are:
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