Gwalior Fort

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Why
Gwalior Fort
is special

Its soaring walls sport photogenic semi-circular bastions with ornate cupolas - plus eye-catching turquoise tilework. The famous Mughal Emperor Babar aptly called Gwalior Fort the pearl of Indian fortresses.

Top 3 attractions
inside Gwalior Fort

Man Singh Palace

Noted for its tilework and superb sculpturing.

Teli-Ka-Mandir Temple

Has an elaborately decorated exterior.

Gujari Mahal

This palace is now a museum.

More
Gwalior Fort
tips & insights

When to come

October to March is best because temperatures drop and monsoons are on vacation.

Setting

The fort sits imposingly on a large, elongated, steep-sided sandstone outcrop overlooking the town and beyond.

History in brief

The structure dates back to the 6th century, but today's Gwalior Fort is mainly the creation of the 15th century ruler Man Singh Tomar and his descendants. Over the next several centuries, it was conquered and ruled by a succession of dynasties: Mughals, Marathas, and Scindias, followed by the British.

Day trips
to and from Agra

The Taj Mahal city of Agra is about 140 kilometers (90 miles) away, a distance that makes day tripping possible.

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