Barabati Fort at Cuttack is a 14th-century fort built by the Ganga dynasty. This medieval fort is about 8 km away from the center of the city.
King Anangabhima Dev III built the fort of Barabati in 1229 AD. The ruins of the fort remain with its moat, gate, and the earthen mound of the nine-storied palace. Archaeological surveys reveal that the Fort was roughly rectangular in structure having an area of over 102 acres, and it was surrounded on all sides by a wall of laterite and sandstones.
Inside the fort one can also see Gadi Chand Temple and we will explore it next.
King Anangabhima Dev III built the fort of Barabati in 1229 AD. The ruins of the fort remain with its moat, gate, and the earthen mound of the nine-storied palace. Archaeological surveys reveal that the Fort was roughly rectangular in structure having an area of over 102 acres, and it was surrounded on all sides by a wall of laterite and sandstones.
Inside the fort one can also see Gadi Chand Temple and we will explore it next.
Thanks Rajesh. I have not visited Cuttack and was not even aware of the existence of a Fort there.
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ReplyDeleteHow impressive! If only stones could speak....Wil, ABCW Team
ReplyDeleteInteresting... waiting to see more snapshots of the fort..
ReplyDeleteMarvelous captures and such beautiful, clear blue, blue skies, Rajesh! Hope you and your family have a great weekend!
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Very beautiful photos and interesting post,Rajesh!Have a nice weekend!
ReplyDeleteLovely setting for finding some shadows of walls and even individual stones.
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ReplyDeleteAnother gorgeous image of India. I'm running out of words to express my admiration. Love the sunburst at the top of the gate! Amy
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ReplyDeleteThe fort is nicely preserved. It looks like a beautiful day there with the green trees and nice blue sky.
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ReplyDeleteBeautiful captures over the fort gateway! Nice knowing this place
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ReplyDeleteThat's an awesome gate, very imposing.
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ReplyDeleteThe entrance alone is huge and impressive and solid. An impressive view in itself.
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thanks for sharing; have a nice Monday
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Impressive. Added it to my wishlist.
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Nice photo. Good historical background. India has so many forts where real people lived. Each fort must have a story to tell about joy, happiness, sorrow, of victory and defeat. One has to feel the atmosphere.
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Nice to know about this fort.
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful captures. Even after so many years we cannot crack how could they come up with such artistic work..
ReplyDeleteNice images of the fort...some more info would have been helpful in planning a trip if we ever go to cuttack
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