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History
Nikumbh Rajputs were the initial occupants of the Bala Quila. Later it was won over by Khanzada Alawal Khan whose son Hasan Khan Mewati reconstructed it. In the subsequent centuries, the fort was passed on from the Mughals to the Marathas, Jats, and Rajputs. The fort was used by Mughals as the base for attacking Ranthambore even before they started ruling. Mughal emperors Babur and Akbar stayed for a night at this Quila. Prince Salim, the son of Mughal emperor Akbar was exiled for three years in this fort as the outcome of banishment by Emperor Akbar.
Architecture
The vast structure of Bala Quila stretches over an area of 5 kilometers. It can be entered through 6 gates. The Bala Quila was fabricated in the Indo-Islamic architectural style. The Fort has 446 openings for Musketry which are surrounded by 8 citadels, 15 large and 51 small towers and the walls of the fort are beautifully carved. The fort's significant structures include Jai Mahal, Nikumbh Mahal, Salim Sagar Pond, Suraj Kund, and temples such as Sita Ram temple, Top Wale Hanuman Ji Temple, and Chakradhari Hanuman temple, all of which exhibit the historical grandeur of the past.
Activities
- Visitors can carry around the fort and have a look at the mesmerizing architecture.
- The fort is rich in history and is loved by all history fanatics.
Tips for visiting
- Take a tour to the Bala Quila during the winter months to avoid excessive heat and humidity, if you do visit during the summers then make sure to drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration.
- There are 8 citadels within the Bala Quila, Alwar and it can go unnoticed unless visitors and tourists specifically keep an eye out for them. While touring the Bala Quila, it is highly recommended to visit all of the 8 citadels within the fort.
- Wear comfortable footwear as one can expect a mediocre amount of climbing and trekking to be done within the fort.
- Since photography is allowed, do remember to take plenty of photos amidst these absolutely beautiful sights and architecture masterpieces.
Best time to visit
The best time to visit The Bala Quila is between October to February. It is advisable to visit the Bala Quila, Alwar during the winters as the summers tend to get very hot and humid with temperatures going up to 42° Celsius during May. This could be quite uncomfortable and irritating for visitors that are not used to the hot weather in comparison to the residents of the locality.
Nearby Atractions
- Alwar City Palace
- Sariska national park
- Bhangarh Fort
- Neemrana Fort
- Government Museum
Nearby market/ shopping places
- Malakhera Bazaar- It is a popular market in Alwar. It is famous for silver-wear, ornaments, home decorating items, and handbags.
- Bajaj Bazaar- This is another famous market among tourists. It is a wholesale market of silk threads and zardozi work items.
- Chudi Bazaar- This is a marketplace for hued and sparkling bangles and Rajasthani clothes.
Nearby Hotels
- Ashoka Hotel
- Hotel Crown Alwar
- Sparrow Inn
- Lemon Tree Hotel Alwar
- Alwar Motel and Resorts
Interesting Facts About Bala Quila
- The place inside the fort where Salim- Akbar's son was exiled is called the Salim Mahal.
- The Bala Quila, Alwar is also otherwise known as the Alwar Fort and is located above the town of Alwar on a hill in the Aravalli Range.
- The Alwar fort is located at a height of 1960 feet above sea level. It has an 8 kilometer circumference. It was purposefully constructed in such a way as it was specifically designed to get a strategic height advantage to shoot at the enemy.
