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Mehrangarh Fort, Jodhpur

It is located in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, is one of the largest forts in India. Built around 1460 by Rao Jodha. The fort is situated 410 feet above the city and is enclosed by imposing thick walls.
Inside its boundaries there are several palaces known for their carvings and expansive courtyards. A winding road leads to and from the city below.

The imprints of cannonball hits by attacking armies of Jaipur can still be seen on the second gate. To the left of the fort is the chhatri of Kirat Singh Soda, a soldier who fell on the spot defending the Mehrangarh fort, Jodhpur.

There are seven gates, which include Jayapol (meaning 'victory'), built by Maharaja Man Singh to commemorate his victories over Jaipur and Bikaner armies. Fattehpol (also meaning 'victory') gate was built by Maharaja Ajit Singh to mark the defeat of the Mughals. The palm imprints upon these still attract much attention.

The museum in the Mehrangarh Fort, Jodhpur is one of the most well-stocked museums in Rajasthan. In one section of the fort museum there is a selection of old royal palanquins, including the gilt Mahadol palanquin which was won in a battle from the Governor of Gujarat in 1730. The museum exhibits the heritage of the Rathores in arms, costumes, paintings and decorated rooms.

Entry to the fort consists of seven gates. The most famous of the gates are: