Kumbhalgarh Fort
कुम्भलगढ़ दुर्ग
A 15th-century mountain fortress about 85 km north of the city, with walls stretching about 36 km. It is one of the “Hill Forts of Rajasthan,” a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Kumbhalgarh Fort was built in the 15th century by Rana Kumbha, king of Mewar. It sits on the Aravalli ridge, and its outer walls wind about 36 km along the contours of the mountains. It is often called the “Great Wall of India.” In 2013 it was inscribed as part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site “Hill Forts of Rajasthan.” Inside the fort are more than 60 Hindu and Jain temples. At the top stands Badal Mahal (Cloud Palace), which overlooks the mountains. This is also the birthplace of the national hero Maharana Pratap. A private car from Udaipur takes about 2 to 2.5 hours. It is usually combined with the Ranakpur Jain Temple as a day trip. If you want to stay overnight, there are holiday hotels nearby, and you can watch the evening sound and light show. Walking part of the walls takes 1 to 2 hours, so bring sun protection. Entry fees follow ASI standards.
Opening hours
About 09:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Ranakpur Jain Temple
- Haldighati
- Shrinathji Temple, Nathdwara
- Statue of Belief (Vishwas Swaroopam)
- Eklingji Temple
- Sas-Bahu Temples, Nagda
- Badi Lake
- Shilpgram