Top 5 Biggest Forts In India

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The Mehrangarh Fort in Jodhpur is one of the largest forts in India, spread across 1,200 acres on a hilltop that's 400 feet above the surrounding plains

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The fort's architecture is a blend of Rajput and Mughal styles, with intricate carvings and ornate lattice work

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The Chittorgarh Fort in Rajasthan is also one of the largest forts in India, covering 691.9 acres and has a circumference of 13 km

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The fort has 65 historic structures, including palaces, temples, water bodies, memorials, and victory towers

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The Red Fort in Delhi is surrounded by a nearly 2.4 km long ring of defensive walls, with some watchtowers reaching 108 feet tall

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The Gwalior Fort in Madhya Pradesh covers 741 acres with outer walls 35 feet high and two miles long

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The fort is built on a steep sandstone hill and overlooks the city. It has been the site of many important historical events

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The Golconda Fort in Hyderabad is a historic fortress and architectural marvel. It has eight entrances, 87 citadels, royal apartments, temples, mosques, and four drawbridges

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