How To visit Chanderi Fort

 How To visit Chanderi Fort 

Chanderi Fort is situated on top of a hill near the Betwa river in the city of Chanderi in the state of Madhya Pradesh. It is a famous and historical fort, whose mention can also be found in the epic of Mahabharata when the region was ruled by King Shishupala. Spread across the borders of Malwa and Bundelkhand, this fort is situated amidst lush green forests, serene lakes and many neighboring monuments of Rajputs and Sultans. Tell that three ornate gates guard the entrance of the fort, the main gate of which is known as 'Khooni Darwaza'. Situated on a hill 71 meters above the city, this fort is famous for its historical importance, besides beautiful landscapes, which you can see in a visit to Chanderi Fort, which is one of the famous forts of Madhya Pradesh.

If you are also planning to visit Chanderi Fort or want to know about this famous fort, then read our article completely –

History of Chanderi Fort

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The history of Chanderi Fort is quite unclear as there is no authentic confirmation or concrete evidence regarding its construction. But according to many historians and researchers, Chanderi Fort was built by Bundela Rajputs in the 11th century. But even after this, different rulers have done many construction works in the fort. The Budela rulers also built many palaces inside the fort. It is believed that Medini Rai Khangar was defeated in the Chanderi war fought on May 6, 1529, after which all the women, including the Rajput queens, did not accept Babur's slavery and committed suicide by accepting Jauhar. Jauhar memorial exists outside the fort even today in honor of those queens.

Architecture of Chanderi Fort –

Situated on a hill 71 meters above the city, Chanderi fort is a magnificent specimen of architecture, its sculptures have the impression of different kings. Chanderi Fort was built keeping in mind the complete protection from external invaders which is protected by fortification walls built all around. The fort has three gates through which the Chanderi fort can be reached. The topmost gate of the fort is known as Hawa Paur Dwar. While the main gate of the fort is known as Khooni Darwaza. Hawa Mahal and Nau Khanda Mahal are the branches of Chanderi Fort.

Another entrance to the Chanderi Fort is located towards the south-western part of the Chanderi Fort. This is a strange gate called Khatti Ghat. This gate is 59 meters long, 12 meters wide and 24.6 meters high.

Khooni Darwaza Chanderi –

Today everyone is desperate to know why the bloody door is called "Khooni Darwaza"? If you are also worried about this question, then let us tell you that Khooni Darwaza is the main attraction of Chanderi Fort, this door is the main entrance of Chanderi Fort, which was built for the purpose of protecting the fort. During the Chanderi War of 1528, there was a very destructive war between Babur and Medini Rai Khangar, in which thousands of people were killed. It is said that during the war, when people reached near this door of the fort, they were faced with a heart-wrenching scene when there were heaps of dead bodies and streams of blood were flowing, which was going to give goosebumps. After this incident, this gate of the fort came to be known as Khooni Darwaza.

Chanderi Fort opening time -

If you are planning to visit Chanderi Fort with your friends or family and are searching about its timing, then let us tell you that this fort is visited by tourists daily from 6.30 am to 6.00 pm. It is open during this time you can come to visit here. Please note that for a complete and comfortable visit of the fort, make sure to take 2-3 hours.

Entry fee of Chanderi Fort –

- Free

Places to visit around Chanderi Fort –

The city of Chanderi is full of places to visit for tourists. That is why whenever you come to visit Chanderi Fort, then definitely visit these major places, whose information we are going to give you below.

Bhimsen Cave (Bhiadant)

princess fasting

Khandagiri Temple

JAMA Masjid

Badal Mahal

Kaushak Mahal

Shree Jageshwari Temple

Rani Mahal

Archaeological Museum (ASI)

Rajghat Dam

Shri Chaubisi Jain Temple

Jauhar Memorial

bloody door

Ramnagar Palace

Kati Ghati Gateway

Best time to visit Chanderi Fort -

Although tourists come to visit Chanderi Fort throughout the year, but if we talk about the best time to visit Chanderi Fort, then it is between October to March, right after the monsoon. During this, the weather of Chanderi is also pleasant, with the beautiful views of the surrounding covered with lush greenery can be seen from the top of the fort.

Where to stay in Chanderi -

There is no problem of accommodation for tourists visiting Chanderi city. Good accommodation facilities are available for the guests visiting this charming Chanderi town. You will find many guest houses, lodges and hotels in Chanderi.

Warp-MPTDC

Hotel Shree Kunj

Amrai Guest House

PWD Guest House

circuit house rooms

Famous local food in Chanderi -

You can enjoy the famous food of Chanderi city on a visit to Chanderi Fort. You will find delicious food both vegetarian and non-vegetarian in this city. But in this, the most special and popular among the people are lentils – chawal, vegetable – roti, biryani, sevaiyan, meat – roti, mutton stew, dal halwa and zarda pulao etc.

How to reach Chanderi Fort –

If you are going to visit Chanderi Fort and are searching how can we reach Chanderi Fort? So let us tell you that to go to Chanderi Fort, you have to reach Chanderi first, for which you can choose between flight, train and bus.

How to reach Chanderi by flight

If you have chosen the air route to reach Chanderi city, then let us tell you that the nearest airport to Chanderi is the Rajbhoj airport of Bhopal which is at a distance of about 220 kms. Whereas Gwalior airport is at a distance of 250 kms from Chanderi. You can choose any of these. One can reach Chanderi from the airport with the help of state-transport bus or private taxi.

How to reach Chanderi by train –

If you have chosen the rail route to reach Chanderi, then let us tell you that the nearest railway station to Chanderi is in Lalitpur. Which is about 40 kilometers from Chanderi on the Bina-Bhopal rail route. After reaching the railway station, you can reach Chanderi Durg with the help of taxi or other local vehicles.

How to reach Chanderi by Bus –

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If you have chosen a bus to travel to Chanderi, then let us tell you that Chanderi is very well connected by road to major cities like Bhopal, Khajuraho, Gwalior and Delhi. That is why it is quite easy and comfortable to reach Chanderi Fort by traveling by bus or road.

Map of Chanderi Fort –