Kumbhalgarh stands a wary
sentinel to the past glory. Rising from
a prominent ridge, 1914 metres high from
the sea level, the fort was built in 15th
century AD by Maharana Kumbha (1419-63 AD)
and is the principal fortification after
Chittaurgarh, lying 90 km north-west of
Udaipur .
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Haldighati :: The scene of the famous
battle off 1576 AD fought between Rana Pratap-the
heroic son of Udai Singh and the massive forces
of the mughal Emperor Akbar. A beautiful Chhatri
with white marble cloumns, dedicated to Rana
Pratap stands here.
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Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary :: The 586 sq. km. Sanctuary
supporting a rich variety of wildlife like
the panther,sloth bear,wild boar, four horned
antelope and scientifically bred crocodiles
in the lake, are the major attractions.The
sanctuary is also noted for flamingoes,
cormorants, spoonbills and egrets usually
seen in winter.
