10 Unusual Pictures Showing Architectural Marvel Of Gwalior Fort

neha choubey May 20, 2023

The magnificent Gwalior Fort has been one of the invincible forts in India

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Gwalior Fort in Madhya Pradesh was built during 8th century. A fort as old as this, has seen a very long history.

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Gwalior Fort was built on a hill called Gopachal belonging Vindhya ranges.

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The fort consists of six palaces, three temples and many water tanks

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The intricate sculptures, Dravidian style of architecture remains in its grandeur.

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A fort as old as this, has seen a very long history.

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Yet, even to this day, this hill fort stands strongly with all its elements intact.

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Sas-Bahu Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It was built by Pal Kachawaha rulers in 1093.

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Huge walls and bastions of Gwalior Fort stands in awe.

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