Jaipur : Rajasthan is known all over the world for its culture and traditions. Every year a large number of people come from far and wide to see the beauty of this place. Apart from food and lifestyle, this state is also known for its forts and palaces. Jaigarh Fort is such an ancient and historical building which is famous for many reasons. It is believed that the world’s largest cannon is kept in this fort, which is known as Jaiban Canyon. This fort was built by Maharaja Swai Jai Singh II (1880-1922). Situated just 15 kilometers from Jaipur, this fort has always been a center of attraction among tourists. This formidable fort was built in the early 18th century to protect the Amer Fort from enemy attacks. Built on a hill called Cheel ka Tila, this fort is as grand as its history is interesting. Let’s know the rich history of Jaigarh Fort-
History of Jaigarh Fort
Talking about its history, it is said that during the Mughal period, this fort was the main artillery of the rulers here. Apart from this, it was also a place to store weapons and other items used in war. This fort, which reflects the history and culture of Rajasthan, is also known as ‘Vijay Fort’. Its structure and design will give you a glimpse of medieval India. Situated at a height of several hundred meters above sea level, this fort is surrounded by huge walls and is connected to the Amer Fort by tunnels.
Endless Walls of Jaigarh Fort
The special thing about this fort is that wherever you are in Amer, one thing you can see from anywhere is the massive red walls of the Jaigarh Fort. The walls, originally made of sandstone, cover an area of 3 km. Another special thing about this fort is that it has the world’s largest wheeled cannon ever made. This cannon was built in this fort. However, despite its large size, it was never used during any war.
There is a huge treasure hidden in the fort
The water tank located behind the cannon in this fort is still considered mysterious. This tank is very big. This water tank was a topic of discussion not only in the first century but also in the 20th century. It is believed that the Kachwaha dynasty used this fort to protect its treasure. Many historians believe that there is a chamber under this tank located in this fort, where the treasure looted by Maharaja Man Singh from Afghanistan and various princely states of India was hidden.
