Junagarh Fort in Bikaner (State: Rajasthan) is one of the few land forts in the state, while most of the others are hill forts. It was constructed sometime between 1588 and 1593 by Raja Rai Singh, the ruler of Bikaner.
This fort has a 986m-long wall with 37 bastions, a moat and two entrances. The fort walls are 14.5 feet wide and 40 feet in height. The Surajpol or the 'Sun Gate' is the main entrance.
The palaces within the fort are on the southern side and make a picturesque ensemble of towers, courtyards, balconies and windows.
There is a small garden in the fort complex on one side of the palaces.
On the side of the main entrance there is lot of free space in front of the palace. Kids who come to see this fort complex love this space with birds flying all around.
This fort has a 986m-long wall with 37 bastions, a moat and two entrances. The fort walls are 14.5 feet wide and 40 feet in height. The Surajpol or the 'Sun Gate' is the main entrance.
The palaces within the fort are on the southern side and make a picturesque ensemble of towers, courtyards, balconies and windows.There is a small garden in the fort complex on one side of the palaces.
On the side of the main entrance there is lot of free space in front of the palace. Kids who come to see this fort complex love this space with birds flying all around.
Magnificent Fort.Nice pictures.
ReplyDeleteYes there are very few land forts in India . Nice to about this place
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ReplyDeleteA nice place to visit.
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ReplyDeletei was p lanning for a trip to junagarh and was planning to search for places to visit over there!!!
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Bhupesh
Love the last shot with the birds.;) The garden must be beautiful.;) Always a joy to travel with you.;))
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I am a proper Rajasthani! needless to day, loved this :D
ReplyDeleteVery Nice..!
ReplyDeleteWhat an immense and amazing place!
ReplyDeleteInteresting post - impressive fort!
ReplyDeleteIs that why these forts were built, as protection for the palaces? Beautiful outside walls!
ReplyDeleteVery interesting photos. I'm sure it's fun to watch and feed the birds on the free space.
ReplyDeleteHappy sky watching!
Liz @ A Simple Life
Great photos from the fort area, there are so many interesting things to see and appreciate, thank you for being our tour guide.
ReplyDeleteThat looks like an interesting fort to visit.
ReplyDeleteTerrific, interesting captures as always, Rajesh! I'm always amazed by the whiteness of your skies! Have a wonderful weekend!
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I like the second image the best with the bicyclist in teh foreground.
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What an amazing place! The garden looks like a real oasis of calm and beauty.
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Wonderful post and photos, Rajesh! The garden shot is my favorite. Have a great weekend!
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ReplyDeleteWhat interesting buildings you have been posting. Nice architecture--fun to learn about different places around the world. Have a lovely weekend. Mickie :)
ReplyDeleteIt's so nice to see your place Rajesh. Thanks for sharing!
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What an impressive fort and palace. It is absolutely beautiful. I always think of a fort around a military post and not a palace. Loved seeing the garden, So interesting. genie
ReplyDeleteThat looks massive - great captures!
ReplyDeleteThe birds taking flight in the lower photograph add a note of poignancy--or is it urgency--to the scene.
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Diamond Head
very impressive!!
ReplyDeleteWow!A very large and beautiful fort.
ReplyDeleteWonderful fort complex and pictures. I wonder will someone in future build such forts. This looks well maintained.
ReplyDeleteAgain, the first word that comes to mind is "incredible"! What a place. Is it open to the public? You are really enticing me to take a trip to India!
ReplyDeleteWhat a picturesque place. That garden looks huge!
ReplyDeleteVery magnificent fort building. Indeed lots of space for kids to run about. Have a nice weekend.
ReplyDeleteSuch beauty here. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteInteresting! I always am interested to see different places! Thanks for sharing! :)
ReplyDeleteI hope you can visit and see my MARVELOUS MOON captures and be amazed yourself! Have a great weekend!
It almost reminds me of a small town, maybe one in a fairytale.
ReplyDeleteAmazing places, as always, Rajesh! Your country is a treasure.
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Thank you for taking us on tour, Rajesh! :)
ReplyDeleteWow, impressive! Great shots. Have a lovely weekend.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun series of photos. I enjoyed viewing all.
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Thanks, once again, for this lovely visit to India!
the garden looks amazing
ReplyDeleteI love the natural arches
the garden is looking so cool!
ReplyDeleteNice photos and great place to visit. It's very interesting. I love birds.
ReplyDeletewow, magnificent pictures! love it especially the last one ;-)
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Great looking garden.
ReplyDeleteHappy RT!
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love perfectly the birds flying at the last photo.. just awesome! :) was here for RT.
ReplyDeleteThank you all for appreciating this fort.
ReplyDeleteI love the high view shot. Dave
ReplyDeleteIt is one of the excellent fort got to see it next time around. Good capture Rajesh. Missed you in the Bangalore meet
ReplyDeleteBeautiful fort, would love to visit it someday..
ReplyDeleteThank you all for appreciating this fort. It is a nice place to visit.
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