A scenic view of a sprawling hilltop fortress and ancient temples.

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Fort Entrances and Defenses

Seven massive gates and a 36-kilometer perimeter wall protect the Kumbhalgarh Fort complex.

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Built in the 15th century by Maharana Kumbha, these stone defenses kept the fort largely unconquered. The outer walls span 36 kilometers (22 miles) across the Aravalli Hills at an elevation of 1,100 meters (3,600 feet). You will pass through a series of fortified gateways, known as pols, to reach the main precinct.

Massive stone walls of Kumbhalgarh Fort snaking across the dry hills.

Hanuman Pol

10 minutesMain entry gate

This is the main entry gate to the fortress complex. It features an enshrined image of the Hindu deity Lord Hanuman. Take a moment to observe the immense thickness of the stone defenses here.

A majestic, heavily carved white stone temple under a clear sky.

The 36-km Great Wall

30-45 minutesPhoto spot

This sprawling, serpentine perimeter wall protected the kingdom of Mewar. It is widely considered the second-longest continuous wall in the world. Walk along the top of the wall near the entrance for wide-angle photographs.

A complex of stone temples nestled within the walls of a fort.

Ram Pol

10 minutesTicket check area

Ram Pol is another major internal gateway leading into the primary courtyard. This is typically where visitors present tickets. From here, you begin exploring the main temples and royal palaces.