A vast hill fort with palaces and temples overlooking Gwalior city.
The Fort of Gwalior or Gwalior Fort is a 6th-century hill fort in Gwalior, India. Mughal Emperor Babur described it as the "pearl amongst the fortresses of Hind and not even the winds could touch its masts" due to its grandeur and magnificence. It was nicknamed the "Gibraltar of India" for its impregnability and defensive structure. The fort dates back to the 5th century, perhaps earlier, making it one of the oldest defence forts in India. Ancient Sanskrit inscriptions record the name of the fort as "Gopgiri".
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Festivals in Gwalior
Places to see
HeritageSanchi StupaBuddhist stupas begun in the Mauryan era, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
HeritageKhajuraho TemplesChandela-era Hindu and Jain temples famous for their carved stone, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
HeritageBhimbetka Rock SheltersPrehistoric rock shelters with ancient paintings, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
HeritageOrchhaBundela palaces, temples and riverside cenotaphs on the Betwa.