Pushkar Desert Camp

Kishangarh Fort

The famous city of Kishangarh is a well known excursion from Pushkar. The city is approximately 27 kms away from Ajmer. Kishangarh is known for its magnificent fort called Kishangarh fort constructed by Maharaja Roop Singh of Rathore clan, in 1650's. Kishangarh Fort encircles a number of palaces (Phool Mahal being the best), monuments and stone carved fountains inside its rampart. There also locates a magnificent lake near the fort that houses numerous exotic and rare birds, making it a bird watcher's paradise. The Kishangarh fort is quite enormous and is one of the few forts in Rajasthan that have remained unconquered till date. The decor and architecture of the fort is outstanding and reflect the grace and elegance of the bygone era. Kishangarh is also known for its miniature painting style known as Kishangarh Art. The fort with its beautifully carved 'Bani Thani' form of paintings served as one of the main centers of the Kishangarh School of miniature paintings. With all its splendor and charm, it becomes important for you to visit Kishangarh once if you are in Pushkar. The unparalleled fort and its interiors will definitely catch your fancy and make your trip worthwhile.