Kumbhalgarh
Main Languages : Hindi, English, Marwari and
Rajasthani
Location: 300 km from Jaipur
Climate: The climate of Kumbhalgarh is of a tropical type. Summers are warm with the maximum temperature climbing up to around 42° C. Kumbhalgarh weather experiences delightful and pleasant winters. The average temperature in the winter season falls in the range of 25° C (max) to 11° C (min). The climatic conditions of Kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan during monsoons are quite humid. The annual total rainfall averages around 88 cm. The best time to visit the city of Kumbhalgarh is during the months of September to March.
Best Time to Visit: Kumbhalgarh is in the Rajasmand district of Rajasthan, India. ... Add a para on the best time to visit this place
Prime Attractions of Kumbhalgarh
Haldighati
The scene of the famous battle off 1576 AD fought between Rana Pratap-the heroic son of Udai Singh and the massive forces of the Mughal Emperor Akbar. A beautiful Chhatri (Cenotaph) with white marble columns, dedicated to Rana Pratap stands here.
The famous battlefield of Haldighati is also marked by a small chatri which commemorates the warrior's horse Chetak. Although badly wounded and exhausted, this brave horse carried Maharana Pratap to safety before collapsing and dying. It is for this loyalty and courage that Chetak is honored.
Muchchal Mahavir
The Muchhal Mahavir temple is situated about five km from Ghanerao in the Kumbhalgarh Sanctuary. Its distinctive feature is the statue of Lord Mahavira with a mustache. The two statues of elephants guarding the gateways are splendid examples of temple decoration. In the vicinity are the Garasia tribal villages famous for their colorful costumes.
Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary
Kumbhalgarh is just 90 kms. from Jodhpur on the Udaipur - Pali - Jodhpur road. This jungle adjoins the historical Khumbhalgarh Fort and used to shield the fort from invaders. Now it protects the rare species of animals, struggling for their survival.
How To Reach
By Air :
To arrive at Kumbhalgarh nearest airport is Udaipur (84 km) and Jodhpur (102 km).
By Rail :
To arrive at Kumbhalgarh the closest railway head is Phalna Junction which is well-connected from Mumbai, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Jodhpur, Ajmer and Jaipur.
By Road :
Kumbhalgarh is well-connected from the nearby cities like Udaipur, Jodhpur, Ajmer, Pushkar and Jodhpur.
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