During the first half of the day, you will be picked up from Pushkar and start your journey towards the Chittorgarh Fort, the largest fort in India and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Upon arrival at the Chittorgarh Fort, explore the place which was once the capital of Mewar that sprawls over a hill 180 meters in height over an area of 280 ha above the plains of the valley, drained by the Berach River. The fort has several historical palaces, gates, a temple and two prominent commemorative towers. Legend has it that Alauddin Khilji, who was the first to sack Chittor, was so besotted by the regal beauty of Rani Padmini, he was overpowered by a desire to possess her. But the noble queen preferred death to dishonour & committed "Jauhar" (mass self-immolation). Visit the Vijaya Stambha or the Tower of Victory, which is a 9-metre wide tower, located within Chittor Fort in Chittorgarh. The tower was constructed by the Mewar king, Rana Kumbha, in 1448 to commemorate his victory over Mahmud Khilji. The tower is dedicated to Vishnu. After this, you can visit the Kriti Stambha or Tower of Fame which is another important feature of Chittor Fort. The Solanki-style architectural tower is 22-metre long and was established by the first Jain Tirthankar. Explore the Padmini Palace, the home of Rani Padmini, lying within close proximity of Chittorgarh Fort. You can also visit the Rana Kumbha Palace, situated inside the Chittorgarh Fort which was a home to the famous bhakti poetess, Meerabai. After visiting the Chittorgarh Fort, you will be dropped off at your desired place in Udaipur.
