Gwalior fort " Gibraltar of India".

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Caption Gwalior Fort MP

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I along with my family reached by road on 6th October 2019 in Gwalior and stayed for two days, to enjoy the historical heritage of Gwalior. And in fact, my family enjoyed it very much while walking in this ancient fort, a lot of visit to all the monuments is very nice.

Gwalior fort was the most important fort of central India. Due to its strategic location and being a hill fort which was quite impregnable, all the kings attacked it to prove their suzerainty over it. It was controlled by Huns, Pritihara, Bhoja, Kachhpaghat, Tomars, Sultans of Dehli, Altumish, Sikandar Lodhi, Babur, Sher Shah Suri, Hemu, Akbar, Jahangir, Shah Jahan, Aurangzeb, Shinde, etc. were prominent.

Raja Man Singh Tomar who retained his dominion over this fort for nearly 30 years. He was maintaining animosity and sometimes allies with Delhi Sultanate. Who was an ardent devotee of architecture and music. Tansen who was a great composer of Dhrupad Gharana and was among the Navratnas of Maan Sing Tomar. Man Mandir Palace and Gujari Mahal are excellent examples of architecture. Raja Man Singh was the son of Raja Kalyanmall Rajput as Tomar got the control in 1398 AD. Sikandar Lodhi had to make tireless efforts due to his raiding war skills. In 1516 heroism was attained in the battle with Ibrahim Lodhi. Mansingh’s eight Rajput queens and Mriganayani who was a very beautiful and brave Gujari queen also joined Maan Sing in the wars.

Urvahi gate was added by Altumish, Sher Shah’s palaces were renovated by Mughals and known as Jahangir Mahal and Shahjahan Mahal. Karan Mahal, Eighty pillared stepwell, Teli Ka Mandir, Sas Bahu Temple, Gurudwara Data Bandi Chhod, Haathi Pol, Badal Pol, Rock cut Jain images, Chaturbhuj Temple which has an inscription bears the oldest record of Zero, Man Mandir Palace, Gujari Mahal, etc are the major ancient monuments situated in this fort. As this fort was admired by Mughal Dynasty founder Babur in very special manner he said it’s a pearl among the fortresses of Hind and also Gibraltar of India.

Gwalior Fort remain open for the tourists all the days from 9 am to 5 pm. Entry fee is nominal and affordable. Gujari Mahal now an Archaeological Museum remain closed on Mondays. By Car it can be accessed from Urvahi gate and from Alamgir Gate through ramp also. It offers panoramic views of Township from its viewing points close to the Elephant Gate and from top of the Urvahi gate. It’s a fort which is an ancient heritage attraction for history buffs, wanderes, art and architecture lovers, soul seekers, photographers, music lovers as music fest is held in November and December Tansen Sangeet Sammelan, Bandi Chhor Divas at Gurudwara are major attractions.

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@rizbab28 looks so nice that place is rich in history nice post.you took a lot of time and dedication

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@And12-X2

I am touched beyond Words :innocent: :pray:

This Fort is existing since 3rd century and very popular attraction if you are loving the Indian Classical music please do visit in November December Tansen Sangeet Sammelan a graceful music festival.

I am extremely grateful for your understanding.

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@Ale_003

Thank you dear, your appreciation is my strength and I am sorry not attending your posts because I am little sick and focused on new posts.

:pray: :wilted_flower: :pray:

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@Raghav3

I am grateful for your graceful appreciation.

:pray: :tulip: :pray:

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@MukulR

I am always inspired by your hearty appreciation, thanks.

@FalguniP

@RosyKohli

@meghanajain

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@Mohamedsalah25

Of course you are options matters to improve.

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Nice photos with great description @rizbab28 . Thanks for sharing this post with us.

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@LiliSol

Your Each praise touches the heart and strengthens the path forward. I’m Grateful :pray: :tulip: :heart: .

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this building look very cool @rizbab28 and very big also,

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@KushR

Thank you very much Brother for your appreciation, of course it’s a hill fort and covering an area of three square kilometres.

:tulip: :wilted_flower: :tulip:

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The same does your gratfulness, Rizwan :smiley: . Touches hearts :hearts:

Thank you, @rizbab28 !

All the best,

Liliana Solomon

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@rizbab28 ji this is amazing :heart_eyes:

Thanks for sharing this wonderful post and the importance of this place.

@RosyKohli @Nimmi94 @Shrut19 @NGUDAPE

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@FalguniP

You are the inspiration and your appreciation is always encouraging. :pray: :tulip: :pray:

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@LiliSol

It is so real that I have no words of thanks.

:heartpulse: :wilted_flower: :tulip:

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Namaskar…

** @FalguniP **

Thanks for tagging…

** @rizbab28 I like your visit experience, nicely written…**

Thanks for Sharing…

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:smiley: :pray: almost the same, @rizbab28 , hahaha…

Lots of joy!

Liliana Solomon

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Namaskar,

@Shrut19

I am always inspired by your graceful insight and appreciation.

:pray: :wilted_flower: :pray:

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I have visited this place few years ago that means in 2014. We and our friends visited this fort by walk. But we have to failed to full cover to seeing this fort. At the starting of fort many peacock playing in the tree that so beautiful. Fort is covered in huge area. But we failed it.

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This is a nice :ok_hand: quick overview of the fort @rizbab28

Though it is not clear why it is called Gibraltor of India :india: , just because some king said?

What is the meaning? :thinking:

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@rizbab28 after your description of the place,i will definitely travel there someday

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