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Ranthambore Fort
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India
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Rajasthan, India.
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About Ranthambore Fort
Ranthambore Fort is the formidable fort located in the Rajasthan state of India. It was built in 10h century in around 944 or 1110 during the reign of Sapaldaksha, though the exact date of its construction is yet dispute. The fort was held in under Rajput Chauhans, kings of Mewar, Hada Rajputs and Kachwaha Maharajas.
Some Lesser Known Facts About Ranthambore Fort
- In 2013, during the 37th assembly of the World Heritage Committee, six forts including the Ranthambore fort certified as a world heritage site by UNESCO as a part of the hill forts of Rajasthan.
- Several nearby attractions located around the fort including Ranthambore national park, Kachida Valley, Sitla Mata, Jogi Mahal, and more.
- There is also a Jain temple in the fort and three Hindu temples.
- The national park where the fort is constructed was the hunting site for the maharajas and kings of that era.
- The Mughal emperor Alauddin Khilji sent his army to capture the fort after three unsuccessful attempts finally the Mughal army captured the fort and end the Rajpu?s kindom.
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