Mehrangarh Fort

15th century1459India

CountryIndia

RegionRajasthan

Period15th century

Year Built1459

About Mehrangarh Fort

One of the largest forts in India, perched 125 m above Jodhpur. The walls are 36 m high and 21 m thick. Contains some of the finest preserved Rajput interiors. The handprints of ranis who committed sati are preserved at the entrance gate.

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