10 Historical Places in Rajasthan | Monuments Of Rajasthan

6 min readFeb 8, 2024

Rajasthan the ‘Land of Kings’ is one of the most popular holiday destinations in India. The beautiful state of Rajasthan has magnificent historical monuments and places that narrate the tales of valour, romance, and grandeur.

Here’s a list of the most famous historical places in Rajasthan you must explore on your next trip

1. Amber Fort

Set amidst the hills and overlooking the Maota Lake, the magnificent Amber Fort also known as Amer Fort is one of the top tourist attractions of Jaipur. The Amber Fort is an extensive palace complex that has been built with pale yellow and pink sandstone, and with white marble.

The Amber Fort was constructed by Raja Man Singh in 1592 AD and later expanded and renovated by Raja Jai Singh I. The Fort is a great example of Rajput architecture and some of its structures and works have Mughal architecture influence.

The fort is laid out on four levels, each having a courtyard. The palace complex has many structures like the Diwan-e-Aam, the Diwan-e-Khas, the Palace of Man Singh I, the Sila Devi temple, the Sheesh Mahal, the Sukh Mahal, the Tripolia Gate, and the Lion Gate.

2. City Palace

The City Palace in Udaipur is an iconic symbol of Rajasthan’s royal heritage, situated on the bank of Lake Pichola and it is one of the top tourist destinations in Udaipur and a major historical place in Rajasthan.

A perfect fusion of Rajputana and Mughal architecture, it was constructed by Maharana Uday Singh in the year 1559. Spread across an area of 5 acres it is a complex of several palaces and is the largest palace in Rajasthan.

Nestled in the Aravali mountain range and overlooking Lake Pichola the palace complex has several historic monuments like the Lake Palace, Jag Mandir, Jagdish Temple, Monsoon Palace, and Neemach Mata temple.

3. Jaigarh Fort

Jaigarh Fort is located on the Cheel ka Teela of the Aravalli range overlooking the Amer Fort and is one of the most famous historical places in Rajasthan.

The fort was built by Mirza Raja Jai Singh in 1726 to protect the Amer Fort and its palace complex. The fort offers panoramic views of the surrounding area and has a length of 3 km along the north-south direction and a width of 1 kilometre

It is also known as Victory Fort and houses the world’s largest cannon on wheels called “Jaivana Cannon”. Jaigarh Fort and Amer Fort are connected by underground passages and are considered as one complex.

4. Chittorgarh Fort

Chittorgarh Fort is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of India’s largest forts spread over an area of 691.9 acres. The fort holds significant historical, and cultural importance and is a testament to the valour and resilience of the Rajput warriors.

It is believed to be built in the 7th century AD by the Mauryans, the fort gets its name from the Mauryan ruler, Chitrangda Mori. Chittorgarh Fort is one of the most visited historical places in Rajasthan.

The fort complex has 65 historic structures including 4 palaces, 19 temples, 4 memorials and several water bodies.

The Chittorgarh Fort houses many palaces, like the Rana Kumbha Palace, the Fateh Prakash Palace, the Vijay Stambh, Kirti Stambh, and Rani Padmini’s Palace.

5. Jaisalmer Fort

Jaisalmer Fort perched atop Trikuta Hill offers stunning views of Jaisalmer city and is one of the famous historical places in Rajasthan.

The fort is a 250-foot-tall structure known as the Golden Fort or Sonar Qila. It was built by the Rajput ruler Rawal Jaisal in 1156 AD and was reinforced by subsequent rulers of Jaisalmer.

The fort is made of yellow sandstone, which gives it a golden hue and is considered one of the oldest continuously inhabited forts in the world. The fort is a complex that includes temples, shops, and houses.

6. Mehrangarh Fort

The magnificent Mehrangarh Fort is one of the largest forts in India and a major historical monument in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. Standing tall on a cliff called Bahuchiriya, the fort is spread across an area of 1200 acres.

The 15th-century royal fort was constructed by Rathore King Rao Jodha. The fort’s walls are over 500 yards long, 70 feet thick, and in some places reach a height of 120 feet.

There are seven gates, which include Jai Pol (meaning ‘victory gate’), built by Maharaja Man Singh to commemorate his victories over the Jaipur and Bikaner armies in 1806. The Fattehpol (also meaning ‘victory gate’), commemorates the victory of Maharaja Ajit Singh over the Mughals.

7. Umaid Bhawan Palace

An architectural marvel, Umaid Bhawan Palace is a spectacular heritage building in Jodhpur, the Blue City in Rajasthan. The grand palace is a testament to the luxurious lifestyle of the royal family of Jodhpur.

The palace is nestled atop Chittar Hill and is also known as Chittar Palace Jodhpur. It’s one of the largest private residences in the world. The palace has 347 rooms, a museum, a vintage car collection and a part of the palace houses a lavish five-star heritage hotel managed by the Taj Hotels.

The grand palace was built between 1929 and 1943 under the patronage of Maharaja Umaid Singh. It was designed by the famous British architect Henry Lanchester.

8. Kumbhalgarh Fort

The majestic Kumbhalgarh Fort is located in the foothills of the Aravalli Mountain Range about 48 km from Rajsamand city. The fort is known for its 38 km wall, the second longest in the world after the Great Wall of China.

Also known as the Mewar Fortress it was built by Mewar King Rana Kumbha in the 15th century. The fort is the birthplace of Maharana Pratap, a great Rajput king.

The front walls of the fort are 4.5 m, and it has seven fortified gateways. There are over 360 Hindu and Jain temples within the fort, indicating the religious tolerance of the rulers and how they patronized the Jains, encouraging their culture in the kingdom.

9. Hawa Mahal

Hawa Mahal is an iconic landmark of Jaipur and one of Jaipur's most popular tourist attractions. It was built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799 and literally means the “Palace of the Winds”.

Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh built the palace for the ladies of the royal family to witness the city's grandeur from the Jharokhas without being seen themselves. The palace has 953 windows, which are called ‘Jharokhas’

Designed by Lal Chand Ustad, the five-storey Hawa Mahal is the tallest building in the world, built without a foundation.

Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh was a devotee of Lord Krishna and dedicated the palace to him. It is said that the shape of the building resembles the crown of Krishna.

10. Nahargarh Fort

Nahargarh Fort is located on a ridge of the Aravalli Hills and offers stunning views of the Pink City of Jaipur. The fort was a hunting and retreat place for the Maharajas of Jaipur.

The fort was originally named Sudarshangarh but was later renamed Nahargarh which means ‘Abode of Tigers’. It was part of a defence ring for Jaipur, along with Amber and Jaigarh Forts.

The fort was built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh in 1734 and was designed in the Indo-European architectural style. The fort has many structures and temples inside its complex.