Taragarh Fort: Taragarh fort was built in the 8th century by the ruler Ajayaraja Chauhan and was originally called the Ajaymeru Fort. It was the main centre of the Rajput kingdom which was once also get attacked by Mahmud Ghaznavi (Persian ruler).
In the last decades of the 12th century, when Mahmud Ghaznavi was expanding his territory in India asked the Rajput ruler Prithviraj Chauhan for joint collaboration to attack the Chalukyas of Gujarat.
Prithviraj Chauhan rejected the offer as he already had enough strength to defeat the Chalukya dynasty.
The fort contains various unsolved mysteries but the three entrances are Phuta Darwaza, Lakshmi Pol, and Gagudi Ki Phatak narrate different stories of history through its carvings that can be felt by your heart with ease when you visit there.
Apart from this, the fort has various criss-cross tunnels which were used as hideouts at that time.
Here in these tunnels, you can also encounter a shrine of Miran Sahib (Miran Sahib Ki Dargah). It was named after the garrison commander or Qiladar of Taragarh Fort who sacrificed his life protecting it.
This invincible fort is believed to be one of the oldest forts in the history of India. During the Mughal empire, the fort was used as an important military centre which later became a sanatorium by the orders of Lord William Bentinck in the British Raj.
The fort describes more to the one who knows a little about the Chahamana dynasty. So if you can then go with a little knowledge about it.
You must keep some food items and beverages along which can keep you recharged.
The best time to visit the fort is in winter as the weather remains to soothe and makes you feel a little fuzzy.
The locality of the fort is full of nature-friendly people. So it will be a great pleasure to stay there a little and know the myths and facts from them.
If you are planning to visit Ajmer city, then you must visit the Ajmer Sharif Dargah (Shrine of Khwaja Muin-ud-din) and Adhai din ka Jhopra.
These two places are surely the best to visit in Ajmer to know about the history of India and have a taste of it.
Why is Taragarh Fort famous?
Taragarh Fort is known to be one of the oldest forts built in the 8th century by Ajayaraja Chauhan.
Where is Taragarh Fort situated?
Taragarh Fort is situated on the Aravalli ranges of Ajmer city. The fort is on the top of a hill i.e. 1300 feet above ground level.
How can I go to Taragarh Fort?
The best way to reach Taragarh is by road as the way to the fort is full of valleys. Hence, it feels different when one travels by road.
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