Nagaur Fort (Photo Feature)

Nagaur Fort

The Nagaur Fort locally known as Ahhichatragarh (Fort of the Hooded Cobra) is a large fort complex housing palaces, pleasure pavilions, gardens, courtyards, temples, a mosque and an elaborate water system.

View of the fort from the main entrance

Ahhichatragarh was rebuilt in stone by Mohammed Bahlim, Governor of the Ghaznivites, in the 12th Century. The original mud fort was built by the Nagavanshis, the founders of Nagaur.

Inside the fort

Of the various palaces built over time by the various rulers, the prominent ones are are Hadi Rani Mahal and Bhakt Singh Palace.

Hadi Rani Mahal

Hadi Rani Mahal is one of the finest examples of Rajput – Mughal architecture in the Marwar Region.

Hadi Rani Mahal

Hadi Rani, the only three storied palace in the entire complex, has elaborate murals on its walls and ceilings.

Wall murals at Hadi Rani Mahal

Wall Mural

View from the top floor

Viewing Pavilion

Viewing Pavilion

Bakht Singh Mahal

Bakht Singh Mahal

Corridor

Getting There:
Air : Jodhpur is the nearest airport. It is about 138 kilometers from Nagaur.
Rail : Nagaur has its own railway station with connectivity from all major cities.
Road : Nagaur is well connected by road to all major cities of Rajasthan.

Nagaur Cattle Fair Dates

2013 : 12th February to 20th February

Nagaur Sufi Music Festival Dates

2013 : 16th & 17th February