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Bala Qila fort in Alwar is the main attraction for the tourists. This magnificent fort was constructed before the rise of the Mughal Empire. This huge fort is famous for its history, which predates the Moghul rulers. It runs 5 km from north to south, and nearly 2 km from east to west, standing 304 meters above the city. Some of the Moghul rulers (like Babar) are reported to have stayed there before it reverted back to the Rajput rulers in the 18th century.
The fort is circumscribed with several gates (called Pols) a few of which are named after various personalities e.g. Jai Pol, Laxman Pol, and Suraj Pol. The way to the fort goes near the collectrate office in the city. It is a climb up to the hill with panaromic view all around. In the way one can see the temple of Goddess Karani Mata. The fort was finally taken over by Pratap Singh in 1775.
The fort is believed to be constructed by Nikumbh Rajputs in 928 AD. It then passed in to the hands of the Jats and the Mughals.In 1775 AD the fort was conquered by Maharao Raja Pratap Singh, the founder of the Alwar State.
Most of the structure inside the fort is in the ruins, but they reflect the grandeur of the bygone era. There are remains of Jai mahal, Nikhumbh Mahal, Salim Sagar Pond, Suraj kund and many other temples. A dilapidated fortress, built in V.S. 1106 (about 1049 AD) by Alagh rai and extended by his successors, also exists over here.
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