Gwalior Fort 
Gwalior Fort is an imposing fortress that was built on a rocky outcrop overlooking Gwalior. The ruins of Gwalior Fort feature a wealth of Indian architecture that spans seven centuries.
The walls of Gwalior Fort encircle almost the entire hill and beneath the fort is a sheer drop to the plains below. The citadel, in the northeastern corner of the enclosure, presents interesting tiles with symbolic images.
The walls of Gwalior Fort encircle almost the entire hill and beneath the fort is a sheer drop to the plains below. The citadel, in the northeastern corner of the enclosure, presents interesting tiles with symbolic images.
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Within Gwalior Fort are several Hindu temples, one pair known as the Sas Bahu Ka Mandir, feature beautiful bas-reliefs. This pair was finished in 1083 and although crumbling they still feature lovely interiors. The 15th C Gujari Mahal was built by Raja Mansingh Tomar as a monument of his love for his Gujar queen, Mrignayani. The exterior of the Gujari Mahal is well preserved and now houses an archeological museum. The Telika Temple, or "Oilman's Temple" was originally dedicated to Vishnu and later converted to the worship of Siva.
The fort has changed hands on many occasions, including twice to the British. Gwalior Fort was the site of Tantia Topi's defeat and where the Rani of Jhansi was killed in battle.
Gwalior Fort can be reached from the west by passing through Urvai Gate or Gwalior Gate to the east. The open-air amphitheater presents a nightly sound and light show.
The fort has changed hands on many occasions, including twice to the British. Gwalior Fort was the site of Tantia Topi's defeat and where the Rani of Jhansi was killed in battle.
Gwalior Fort can be reached from the west by passing through Urvai Gate or Gwalior Gate to the east. The open-air amphitheater presents a nightly sound and light show.
Related Attractions
State Archeological Museum
The State Archeological Museum in Gwalior is housed in the Gujari Mahal. The Museum was established in 1922 and features sculpture, inscriptions, copper plates, inscribed seals, stone pillars, sati stones, metal images, terracotta and coins excavated from ancient sites.
A large collection of 6th to 10th C Hindu sculptures and copies of paintings from the Bagh caves are also highlighted at the State Archeological Museum.
Other notable items include a huge statue of Buddha and an unusual statue of a dancing Ganesha.
A large collection of 6th to 10th C Hindu sculptures and copies of paintings from the Bagh caves are also highlighted at the State Archeological Museum.
Other notable items include a huge statue of Buddha and an unusual statue of a dancing Ganesha.
