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Junagarh Fort
The majestic Junagarh Fort was built in 1593 AD by Raja Rai Singh, one of the most trusted allies of Mughal Emperor Akbar. As a wonderful blend of European and Oriental styles of architecture, the Junagarh Fort is truly a wonderful sight to behold. Almost all the forts of Rajasthan were built on higher elevations so as to remain immune to enemy attacks. But the Junagarh Fort set a different precedent altogether by being built on a desert plain instead. It must also be mentioned that in spite of its easy accessibility, the Junagarh Fort has never been conquered till date.
As you approach this majestic relic of Rajasthan's past, you will come across the massive Suraj Pol or the Sun Gate that would usher you into the citadel. Besides, 37 high bastions guard the Junagarh Fort that also houses some of the most exquisite palaces, monuments and gardens. The Moon Palace is the most beautiful example with its intricate mirror work, paintings and marble carvings. The Phool Mahal or the Flower Palace is another pretty diversion that takes your breath away during your Junagarh Fort tour. But the list does not end here because the Junagarh Fort also boasts of other palatial structures like the Anup Mahal, Karan Mahal, Rang Mahal and so on. Wonderfully carved balconies, towers and kiosks complete the pretty picture.
The Junagarh Fort with its impressive red façade is something you must not miss during your trip to Rajasthan. As you explore this medieval structure, its glorious past simply catches up with you. The whole structure seems to reverberate with untold tales that somehow got lost somewhere in the backwaters of time. Soon enough, you realize that you have fallen in love with the old worldly charm of this wonderful relic that always casts a spell on its visitors.
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