Guide to the best hill forts in Rajasthan

Rajasthan is famous for its impenetrable hill forts – imposing structures that tower over the surrounding landscape and create excellent viewing points for surveying the state. With so many magnificent pieces of defensive engineering across Rajasthan, we asked our specialists to pick out their top five hill forts...

Heritage Havelis of North India

This itinerary takes you on a two week journey to discover the beauty and history of north India, whilst staying at some of our favourite heritage properties and homestays along the way.

Deogarh

located atop a hill in the Aravallis, Deogarh is a small town surrounded by endless lakes and rugged mountain scenery. It boasts a number of luxurious heritage hotels including Deogarh Mahal, a striking 17th Century palace, and the secluded island fortress Seengh Sagar, offering visitors a chance to absorb some history as well as opportunities to explore the surrounding terrain on a jeep safari.

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Deogarh, India

Fort Seengh Sagar is a four-bedroom island fortress sitting in the middle of a lake in rural Rajasthan, reached by boat or small bridge. This peaceful villa is perfect for groups or families looking for a little slice of luxury.

Fort Seengh Sagar

Deogarh, India

Deogarh Mahal is a seventeenth-century Rajasthan hill fort overlooking the village of Deogarh between Jodhpur and Udaipur. Elegantly restored, Deogarh Mahal offers a supremely relaxing stay and a chance to experience rural Rajasthan at its best.

Deogarh Mahal

Deogarh, India

Dev Shree is a wonderful heritage retreat in the heart of the Aravalli Hills in Western Rajasthan. This stately home is the perfect accommodation for families and couples looking for a few days in true heritage style, between Jodhpur and Udaipur.

Dev Shree

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Nagaur, India

Explore Nagaur Fort and its various temples and mosques within its walls.

Explore Nagaur Fort

Kanha National Park, India

Enjoy a morning and afternoon game drive in Kanha National Park, an excellent trip for keen birders. You can also expect to spot tigers and leopards!

Kanha National Park Game Drives

Gwalior, India

Explore the stunning fort of Gwalior, one of the finest forts in India, as well as a visit to the Jas Vilas Museum.

Gwalior City Tour

Khajuraho, India

A tour to visit the temples of Khajuraho to explore their spectacular sculptures and impressive architectural elements.

Temples of Khajuraho

Nagaur, India

Explore Nagaur Cattle Fair and witness the thousands of bulls, camels, goats and cows brought to the fair to trade.

Nagaur cattle Fair (Feburary)

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