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The Kangra Fort is the largest fort in the Himalayas and one of the oldest dated forts in India. It was built by the royal Rajput family of Kangra State (the Katoch dynasty).

According to the official website of the Kangra district, the fort resisted Akbar’s siege in 1615. However, Jahangir successfully subdued the fort in 1620. Raja Sansar Chand-II succeeded in recovering the ancient fort in 1789. After this, the Fort remained with the Katochs until 1828. The fort was finally taken by the British. 2 / 7

Gwalior Fort has been the scene of momentous events. The outer walls of the fort stand, two miles in length and 35 feet high.

Within the fort are some architectural marvels as the 15th century Gujari Mahal is a monument to the love of Raja Mansingh Tomar for his intrepid G

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