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The impregnable stronghold of the Rajputs Kumbhalgarh fort towers much ahead of its contemporary citadels in its elegance and structural brilliance. Bounded by lofty mountain ranges and massive entry posts, ...
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The impregnable stronghold of the Rajputs Kumbhalgarh fort towers much ahead of its contemporary citadels in its elegance and structural brilliance. Bounded by lofty mountain ranges and massive entry posts, this fortress boast of a proud heritage of yesteryears. Prettily placed in strategic location this fort is often referred as the eye of Mewar. One among the great forts, this colossal formation encompasses secret passageways, gigantic walls, soaring watchtowers and curved defenders.
Most alluring attraction in this Rajput strong hold is the presence of an inner fort within the precinct of the outer wall. The access to the fort itself is very much tempting, the crisscross road that goes through the vibrant meadows and woody forests is only the beginning of an enticing charm. This fort presents an array of other imposing attractions, whose magnificence is to be enjoyed at least once in a lifetime. With its stunning formations and gorgeous edifices, Kumbhalgarh fort stands proudly as a testimony to its past glory.
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Wildlife
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A sprawling expansion of around 600 square kilometers Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary appeases the visitor with its varied verity of magnificient flora and fauna. Guarded by the strong Bastion fort, this ...
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A sprawling expansion of around 600 square kilometers Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary appeases the visitor with its varied verity of magnificient flora and fauna. Guarded by the strong Bastion fort, this asylum of rare and exotic species in the animal kingdom boasts of a colourful vista of forest.
At an altitude of 500 to 1300 meter, this habitat of most endangered species like Cheeta, sambar, nilgai and leopard falls in the most craggy part of the Aravalli region. When the monsoon splashes its magical charm on the arid land, the sanctuary gleams with all around greenery.
Apart from the vibrant wild life, this sanctuary poses a natural haven of the colourful avifauna like gray pigeons, red spur owls, golden orioles, gray jungle fowls, bulbus, parakeets, peacocks and doves. Park’s wild life shelters animals like four horned antelope, hyena, sloth bear, jungle cat, chinkara, jackal, and the packs of wolves. Kumbhalgarh Sanctuary is the only one of its kind where wolf breeding has been successfully conducted.
The park offers nice jungle safaris through the crisscross roads of the sanctuary. Tourists have a wonderful option of a horse ride while enjoying the incredible vista of nature. Since Monsoon brings charismatic appeal to this otherwise barren field, it would be beneficial to have the trip during that season.
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