Rajasthan is as famous for its culture and art as the forts and palaces here are worth seeing. But do you know that there is also a fort in Rajasthan where people are afraid to go this fort is also called the most mysterious and haunted fort of Rajasthan? Yes, we are talking about the most mysterious fort in Rajasthan "Bhangarh Fort". This fort is located in Alwar district and is considered to be one of the most haunted places in India. Many stories and folklore are prevalent about this fort, which makes it even more mysterious.

History of Bhangarh
Bhangarh Fort is located in the Aravalli mountain range. Bhangarh Fort was built in the 16th century by King Bhagwant Das of Amer for his younger son Madho Singh I. Madho Singh was Akbar's commander and he chose this fort as his residence. Bhangarh was a prosperous and developed city in its time, with many palaces, markets, and temples. The trade and social life here was very prosperous and it was an important center of regional politics. The fall of Bhangarh is associated with mysterious events and stories, prominent among which are the stories of the curse of the sadhu and the Tantrik. Also, at the end of the 17th century, due to the sudden destruction and death of people here, this fort and its surrounding area became deserted.

Mysterious Stories of Bhangarh Fort

The curse of Sadhu Baba Balunath: It is said that at the time of construction of this fort, a Sadhu Baba Balunath lived here. The king took permission from him and promised that the shadow of the fort would never fall on his place. But when the fort was ready, his shadow fell on the sadhu's place, due to which the sadhu got angry and cursed the fort that this fort and the settlement around it would be destroyed.

Princess Ratnavati and Tantrik
According to another story, Princess Ratnavati of Bhangarh was very beautiful. A tantrik Singhia was in love with her. The Tantrik used magic oil to subdue the princess, but the princess understood his trick and threw the oil on a stone. The stone fell on the Tantrik and he died. Before dying, the Tantrik cursed the fort that all the people living here would die soon and their souls would keep wandering here.

What else is special in Bhangarh Fort

Bhangarh Fort was built in the Rajputana style and has many palaces, temples, and markets. This fort is situated between the Aravalli Hills and is surrounded by dense forest. Within the fort, you will find important religious places like Gopinath Temple, Someshwar Temple, Keshav Rai Temple, and Mangala Devi Temple.

This is the situation today
Bhangarh Fort is under the protection of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) and entry is not allowed here after sunset. The reason behind this is that the mysteries and haunted stories here scare people. Many people come here and try to know the mysteries of this place, but no one stays here after sunset. Thus, Bhangarh Fort is famous for its mysterious stories and ghostly incidents and this makes it the most mysterious fort in Rajasthan.

Visiting Timings and Tickets
Timings
Bhangarh Fort is open from sunrise to sunset. Generally, it is open for tourists from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Entry prohibited after sunset: As per the instructions of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), entry into the fort is not allowed after sunset. So, make sure you visit the fort during that time only.

Tickets
Bhangarh Fort may have different fee structures for Indian and foreign tourists. The entry fee for Indian nationals may range between Rs 20-50. The entry fee for foreign nationals may range between Rs 200-300. Photography and Videography: Sometimes there may be additional charges for photography and videography, so be prepared for that as well.

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