Built
in AD 1648 and called after himself, the town and Fort of Roopangarh was
constructed by Maharaja Roop Singh of Kishangarh State between the mind -
17th to 18th centuries. This is called the 'Golden
Period' of Kishangarh Art and Culture, and saw to the flourishing of the
world famous school of Miniature Paintings.
Originally a nine turreted Fort, it has been built over and added on by
several generations and the different styles can still be seen in the
structure. Now beautifully restored and renovated into a hotel, it is the
first 'War-Fort' to have been done so. The nineteen large rooms are
individually and tastefully decorated, keeping in mind the history and
heritage surrounding it.
A.D. 1611: Kishangarh -
where every inch of land was conquered by a brave lineage of Kings; who
after many a glorious battle and heroic sacrifices, established their
kingdom.
A.D.1649: Roopangarh - they made it their seat of power. Strategally
located on the main Moghul route-bordering the desert and the vast plains
of Sambhar Lake - 'ROOPANGARH FORT' became the hub of activity. Within its
nine turreted fortification were made foundries, armouries, granaries,
underground passages, jails and palaces. The best of architecture, music
poetry and painting were patronised and refined at a court where the
delicate touch of its artists transcribed the beauty of living to
exquisite miniature paintings, known today as 'The Kishangarh School'.
A.D. 1997: The present Maharaja Brajraj Singh (20th generation
of direct descent since the founder), opens this majestic Fort to received
discerning travellers who enjoy a sense of history and seek a story from
the silent walls.
| CATEGORY |
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Heritage |
| ADDRESS |
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Roopnaragh Fort,
Roopnaragh, Teh Kaishangarh, Distt Ajmer- 30581 |
| ROOMS |
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27 |
| ACCESS |
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Ajmer: 50 kms,
Jaipur: 125 kms, Bundi: 210 kms, Jodhpur: 225 kms |
| AMENITIES |
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All major credit
cards accepted, horse safari, camel safari, multi cuisine restaurant,
special theme parties, round the clock room service, doctor on call |
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