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There is no date or event in history that signifies the springing up of this fort in Rajasthan.
It is however largely agreed upon that this fort was built by the local Mori ruler, Chitrangada Mori in the 7th CE, after whom the fort was named.
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This majestic fort crowns a seven-mile-long hill that covers 700 acres with its fortifications, temples, towers, and palaces.
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When the fort was being ruled by the Mewar Kingdom, it’s believed that Allauddin Khilji laid siege to the fort to capture Rana Rattan Singh’s wife, Rani Padmini.
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However, after Rana was killed, Rani Padmini committed Jauhar along with other women in the palace to save their honour.
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This fort has become an important heritage site today, which stands at a height of 122 ft.
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