THE FAMOUS FORT OF ROOPANGARH

  The fort was built in 1653 A.D. by maharajah Roop Singh, the fifth ruler of Kishangarh. located 125 kms from Jaipur, it became the capital of Kishangarh for the next hunderd years. it has invincible ramparts and several underground passages andateliers of the artists. the fort is situated on a mound and was originally made up of nine turreted fortifications. the serpentine entrance which guarded against a frontal attack leads to a splendid medieval durbar hall beyond which can be seen some of the finest examples of the famed Kishangarh miniature paintings. The miniatures of Kishangarh have acquired world wide acclaim. besides paintings, the rulers also encouraged and patronised music and poetry. the fun and adventure activities that are arranged on request here are trekking, camping, camel and horse safaris, bird-watching, art and craft tours. being close, excursions can be arranged to places like Ajmer, Makrana, Sambhar and Tilonia.

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