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Introduction to Khandar Fort
The Khandar Fort, the indomitable massive structure about 40 kms from the main city is a popular tourist destination of Rajasthan. Known earlier as the security fort of Ranthambore, the Khandar Fort in Sawai Madhopur finds a special mention in the medieval history. Since it is located on top of a strategic vertical hill, the Khandar Fort in Sawai Madhopur could never come under an easy attack and thus was truly regarded as invincible and was a favorite of many dynasties in India.
Attractions at Khandar Fort
Khandar Fort has a number of historic monuments which are the main attractions of the Fort. There is an old Jain temple which displays an exquisite work of carved rock idols of Jain Gurus. There is also a Hanuman temple at the Khandar Fort with a single stone idol of Lord Hanuman with a demon under its feet. Other attractions at the Khandar Fort are the two huge water tanks of Ramkunda and Laxmankunda.The other famous temples at the Khandar Fort are Chaturbhuja temple, Gobind Devji temple, Jagatpalji Temple, and jayanti Mata Temple. There is also the beautiful Rani temple of the Khandar Fort located on top of the highest platform of the fort and perhaps the most magnificent part of the Khandar Fort.
Description of Khandar Fort
The historic Khandar Fort in Sawai Madhopur district of Rajasthan is an important tourist place. The fort is regarded as unconquerable because of its strategic location and is a massive structure of architectural wonder. There are many temples and Mahals inside the fort.
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