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Kuchaman Fort

Kuchaman Fort

The main attraction of the Kuchaman city of Nagaur district is the regal and magnificent Kuchaman Fort. The huge fort stands atop a 1000 feet or 300 metre high cliff with the entire city stretched at its base. This fort portrays the historical significance of the Rathore rule in Rajasthan. The Kuchaman Fort is believed to be built almost 1100 years ago by the historians as per historical documents and inscriptions. Built in the 9th Century AD by the greatest ruler of the Rathore dynasty Thakur Zalim Singh, this fortification stands tall covering huge acres of land.

Architecture of Kuchaman Fort

The outer fort walls are carved with murals and miniature paintings. There are 10 entrance gates opening from various sides of the fort with 32 bastions guarding the entire fortification. All the entrance doors are richly carved with two bastions on each side. Guards used to be on duty 24x7 with proper arms. During the earlier days, the entire Kuchaman city was inside the fort walls with desert on the outer area. At present times the city has stretched much beyond the fort walls and is quite populated.

The interior walls of the fort complex showcase the original inlay works of semi precious stones and gold. The colours used to do these decorations were so rich, that it enhances the beauty of the place. It is impossible to understand that these colours were all made from natural dried flowers. Each room has got beautiful carved works on their ceilings. The main hall or the Darbar-e-Khas has got all the Rathore rulers’ portraits painted on the ceiling.

There are wonderful frescos and gild artworks of flowers and motifs on the walls and pillars of the fort. Tourists can observe some ancient Hindu mythological stories beautifully drawn at different region. A typical form of miniature painting had remained the main form of art for the Rathore clan. There are long balconies and hanging terraces present, which portrays architectural brilliance of the then era. The fort area has got a separate Sheesh Mahal or glass palace. The entire structure is covered with glasses of various size and length.

Kuchaman Fort

Inside the fort complex prevailed a bazaar area for the locals, which is still present. This area is mainly open with big pillars from all sides. In present times Kuchaman Fort has been converted into a luxury heritage hotel with all modern amenities. Ideally situated at a proximity to some main tourist destinations of Rajasthan like, Ajmer, Pushkar and Jaipur, Kuchaman Fort attracts tourists throughout the year.

Being a heritage hotel, none of the ancient architectures have been broken down. In fact the hotel authority takes immense care of the entire fort complex and tourists can actually enjoy a regal lavishness during a stay at this place.

Horse Safari, Camel Safari and Bird Watching are some of the add-ons the hotel is providing to the guests. There are 47 luxury suites, 36 double deluxe and 11 single deluxe rooms. A stay in this place can make tourists get submerged into the timeless history and the exotic imperial ambience of the golden Kuchaman era.

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