Introduction: The city of Chittorgarh is located on the east of city of Mewar, Udaipur at the distance of 115km. The overall area of Chittorgarh is extended more than 700 acres of land. It is also an abode to various palaces, temples, towers, etc. Chittorgarh was basically the endowment given to the founder of Sisodia dynasty, Bappa Rawal who married princess Solanki in the middle of 8th century. It was in the year 1303 when for the very first time Chittorgarh was besieged by the then Pathan King Ala-ud-din Khilji who was enormously dumbfounded by the prettiness of queen Padmini and desired to capture her. In 1535, Rani Karnawati, the womenfolk of Chittorgarh, committed Jauhar. But unfortunately, in year 1568, the fort was reduced to rubble by great Mughal Emperor Akbar who brought it to trashes. In recent times, Chittorgarh appears as the personification of Rajput pride, spirit and romance. It flourishes the long saga of sacrifices and bravery.
Weather in Chittorgarh: The climatic conditions of Chittorgarh in Rajasthan, India are dried up and parched as the temperature during summers from April to June reaches maximum up to 44 ºC and minimum it goes to 24 ºC. In winters from October to February, the picture of the weather from top to bottom changes. At maximum, it lowers down to 28ºC, and minimum up to 12 ºC. So, we recommend you that excellent time to enjoy from your Chittorgarh travel is only from October to March. However, the monsoons take place throughout June to August.
How to Reach Chittorgarh:
By Air to Chittorgarh: The closest airport from the main Chittorgarh city is the Maharana Pratap Airport situated at Udaipur at the distance of approximately 90kms.
By Rail to Chittorharh: The Chittorgarh city railway link adjoins Delhi, Udaipur, Ahmedabad, Jaipur. Ajmer and Kota with the city and rest, you can also avail the golden opportunity of touring via luxurious ‘Palace on Wheels’.
By Road to Chittorgarh: If you wish to cover the Chittorgarh trip by the means of roadways, please note that there are nonstop bus services to Delhi, Jaipur, Mount Abu, Ajmer, Indore, and many more from main Chittorgarh city.
