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...

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

Nagaur cattle Fair (Feburary)

Churu, India

Explore the villages of Churu and discover the beautifully painted Havelis. These Indian mansions offer an insight into the history of the British Raj.

Explore the Havelis of Churu

Khajuraho, India

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

Temples of Khajuraho

Jaipur, India

Explore Jaipur’s spectacular Amber Fort, visiting the Palace of Mirrors and The Hall of Public Audience. Discover its cobbled streets, gateways and enormous ramparts and transport yourself to 16th century Jaipur.

Explore Amber 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

Nagaur, India

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

Explore Nagaur Fort

Ranthambore National Park, India

Heading out in the early morning and late afternoon are the best times to look for the amazing wildlife that Ranthambore has to offer in perfect light. Open jeeps give you an uncluttered view and offer the best chance of sighting the elusive Bengal Tiger.

Game drives in Ranthambore National Park

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Introducing Rajasthan