One of the Rajasthan’s cities, ‘Rajsamand’ has a total population is not even 70,000. The city is named for Rajsamand Lake, an artificial lake created in the 17th century by Rana Raj Singh of Mewar. It is the administrative headquarters of Rajsamand District. But even after such a less population, Rajsamand has a variety of things to offer the visitors. Here is a list of top 5 places to visit in Rajsamand that will leave you spell bound and will make you appreciate this unheard city even more.
1. Rajsamand Lake-
‘Rajsamand Lake’ is one of the most famous tourist attractions of Rajsamand. This lake is humongous which covers almost half the city’s mainland and is set in the lovely backdrop of mountains. At this beautiful and breath-taking lake you can witness some more amazing viewpoints.
2. Haldighati-
The place ‘Haldightai’ is a pass located near the city’s outskirts and also has a history behind it. The famous Battle of Haldighati took place here where the Mughal forces and Maharana Pratap’s army clashed. The turmeric colored mountains give the pass its name. Also, there is a museum dedicated to Pratap and his faithful horse, Chetak which makes for an interesting sight.
3. Kumbhalgarh Fort-
Kumbhalgarh fort is one of the best forts of Rajasthan. It is the birthplace of one of Maharana Pratap and is a massive hill fort which dates back to the 14th century. The fort has been declared as a UNESCO World Heritage site due to its sheer importance and precise preservation. The fort has the longest continuous wall, and tops the list amongst all forts. The fort encompasses many temples in itself which are architectural marvels.
4. Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary-
Want to see mesmerizing sunrise? This place is perfect for you!
Last but not the least, Rajsamand’s wildlife sanctuary of Kumbhalgarh is primarily based on the Aravali hills. This sanctuary is the home to a large amount of flora and fauna like leopards, hyenas, jackals and nilgais. Safari is the best way to enjoy the thrilling and a memorable experience of this place.
