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PERSONAL INFORMATION
NAME
Bala Quila
OTHER NAMES
Alwar fort
COUNTRY
India
ADDRESS
Rajasthan, India
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About Bala Quila
Bala Quila is a tourist attraction and a historical fort located in Rajasthan, India. It is also known as Alwar fort situated on a hill of Aravali range. It is denoted as an important landmark of the city of Alwar. The fort was initially occupied by Nikumb Rajputs. A Khanzada Rajput ruler won the fort from Nikumbhs in 1492. Then it has been under the rule of Maratha, Jats, Mughals and Kachwaha Rajputs.
Some Lesser Known Facts About Bala Quila
- The fort was reconstructed by a Muslim Rajput ruler Hasan Khan Mewati in the 15th century.
- There are 15 huge and 51 small towers hovering on the ridgetop.
- There are several accommodation options available near the fort.
- The fort is constructed on a hill that is 300 meters high from the Alwar city.
- The giant fort encompasses the area of 5 kilometers in width and 1.6 kilometers in length.
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