Rajasthan ·
Kumbhalgarh
Kumbhalgarh is a city in the Rajsamand District of Rajasthan, 102 km west of Udaipur.
Kumbhalgarh at a Glance
Why Kumbhalgarh?
The highlights, landmarks and experiences that make this destination worth visiting.
- Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary
- Parshuram Mahadev Temple
- Muchhal Mahavir Temple
Kumbhalgarh at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary: Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Rajsamand District of Rajasthan State in western India. It surrounds the Kumbhalgarh Fortress and covers an area of 610.528 km2 (236 sq mi).
- Parshuram Mahadev Temple: Parshuram Mahadev Temple is a cave Shiva temple located at border of Pali district and Rajsamand district of Rajasthan state in India. The main cave temple comes in Rajsamand district, whereas Kund Dham comes in Desuri Tehsil of Pali district.
- Muchhal Mahavir Temple: Muchhal Mahavir temple is a Śvetāmbara Jain temple dedicated to Lord Mahavir, at Ghanerao, in Pali district in Rajasthan state in India. The place is on the route from Falna to Kumbhalgarh.
Sightseeing Places
- Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary: Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Rajsamand District of Rajasthan State in western India. It surrounds the Kumbhalgarh Fortress and covers an area of 610.528 km2 (236 sq mi).
- Parshuram Mahadev Temple: Parshuram Mahadev Temple is a cave Shiva temple located at border of Pali district and Rajsamand district of Rajasthan state in India. The main cave temple comes in Rajsamand district, whereas Kund Dham comes in Desuri Tehsil of Pali district.
- Muchhal Mahavir Temple: Muchhal Mahavir temple is a Śvetāmbara Jain temple dedicated to Lord Mahavir, at Ghanerao, in Pali district in Rajasthan state in India. The place is on the route from Falna to Kumbhalgarh.
Temples
- Parshuram Mahadev Temple: Parshuram Mahadev Temple is a cave Shiva temple located at border of Pali district and Rajsamand district of Rajasthan state in India. The main cave temple comes in Rajsamand district, whereas Kund Dham comes in Desuri Tehsil of Pali district.
- Muchhal Mahavir Temple: Muchhal Mahavir temple is a Śvetāmbara Jain temple dedicated to Lord Mahavir, at Ghanerao, in Pali district in Rajasthan state in India. The place is on the route from Falna to Kumbhalgarh.
Places That Define Kumbhalgarh
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Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary
Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Rajsamand District of Rajasthan State in western India. It surrounds the Kumbhalgarh Fortress and covers an area of 610.528 km2 (236 sq mi).
Parshuram Mahadev Temple
Parshuram Mahadev Temple is a cave Shiva temple located at border of Pali district and Rajsamand district of Rajasthan state in India. The main cave temple comes in Rajsamand district, whereas Kund Dham comes in Desuri Tehsil of Pali district.
Muchhal Mahavir Temple
Muchhal Mahavir temple is a Śvetāmbara Jain temple dedicated to Lord Mahavir, at Ghanerao, in Pali district in Rajasthan state in India. The place is on the route from Falna to Kumbhalgarh.
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- When to Visit: Climate-based guidance for choosing your dates.
- Getting Around: How to reach and move around.
- Budget & Practical Tips: Costs and safety notes from local guidebook sources.
How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport (UDR), about 67 km from Kumbhalgarh.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Khimel railway station, about 35 km from central Kumbhalgarh.
- By Road: Buses to go to Kumbhalgarh can be found from Udaipur. The most convenient way to reach Kumbhalgarh is to book a private cab from Udaipur en route to Nathdwara and Haldi Ghati (covering a distance of 102 km in 1 hour 38 minutes approximately).
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Kumbhalgarh (Apr, May, Jun) averages 22–33°C with about 21 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Kumbhalgarh (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 20–27°C with about 132 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Kumbhalgarh (Oct, Nov) averages 15–24°C with about 54 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Kumbhalgarh (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 11–22°C with about 3 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 33°C and lows of 22°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C.
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Spiritual & Religious
History
- Summary: Kumbhalgarh is a city in the Rajsamand District of Rajasthan, 102 km west of Udaipur.
- Overview: Kumbhalgarh is a city in the Rajsamand District of Rajasthan, 102 km west of Udaipur.
- Ancient History: Rana Lakha won this entire area and plains of Godwar from Chauhan Rajputs of Nadol in late 14th century. Kumbhalgarh fort was built by Mandan who was the chief architect of the Kingdom of Mewar.
Architecture Guide
- Summary: Kumbhalgarh is a city in the Rajsamand District of Rajasthan, 102 km west of Udaipur.
- Overview: Kumbhalgarh is a city in the Rajsamand District of Rajasthan, 102 km west of Udaipur.
- Architectural Style: The chief architect who built this fort was Mandan, who documented his style of work in his text, Rajvallabh. Built on a hilltop 1,100 m (3,600 ft) above sea level on the Aravalli range, the fort of Kumbhalgarh has perimeter walls that extend 36 km (22 mi), making it among the longest walls in the world. The frontal walls are 4.5 m (15 ft).
Planning Guide
- Overview: Kumbhalgarh is a city in the Rajsamand District of Rajasthan, 102 km west of Udaipur.
- Accommodation: It is better to halt at Udaipur and make a day trip to Kumbhalgarh. There are hardly any decent places to stay at Kumbhalgarh. Listed options include Aodhi Hotel, Dera Kumbhalgarh Tent House and Karni Palace Hotel.
- Best Way To Explore: Kumbhalgarh is a great hunt for photographers and people who have an inclination for jungle safari. Trekking to Kumbhalgarh Fort is a great excursion.
The Sacred Heart of Kumbhalgarh
A timeless journey of faith and devotion.
Significance
The Rajasthan Tourism Department organises a three-day annual festival in the fort in remembrance of the passion of Maharana Kumbha towards art and architecture. Sound and light shows are organised with the fort as the background.
Spiritual Significance
The Rajasthan Tourism Department organises a three-day annual festival in the fort in remembrance of the passion of Maharana Kumbha towards art and architecture. Sound and light shows are organised with the fort as the background.
Pilgrimage Traditions
Rana Lakha won this entire area and plains of Godwar from Chauhan Rajputs of Nadol in late 14th century. Kumbhalgarh fort was built by Mandan who was the chief architect of the Kingdom of Mewar.
Sacred Heritage
This is a quite unique and an interesting destination, which attracts tourists from not only all over the country but also all around the globe for its massive citadel built in 1443 AD, and for the wildlife sanctuary nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
Kumbhalgarh is most comfortable in January, February, March, April and June, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is May (average high 35°C) and the wettest months are July and October.
The nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport (UDR), about 67 km away. The nearest railway station is Khimel railway station, about 35 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary, Parshuram Mahadev Temple and Muchhal Mahavir Temple.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 20°C to 35°C over the year, with about 606 mm of rain in total.
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