Narsinghgarh Fort — Attraction in Narsinghgarh

The fort and palace at Narsinghgarh was the official residence of the rulers of Narsinghgarh State till Maharaja Bhanu Prakash Singhji shifted to the Bhanu Niwas Palace in the town in 1962. In Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan the rulers of Narsinghgarh were the only rulers who lived in the fort. The fort was built nearly 300 years ago in the Rajpur, Mughal and Malwa style. The entire complex covers an area of 45.323 acres and a built in area of more than 177000 sq. feet. It has 304 rooms, 4 halls, 12 chowks and 64 varandas. It is situated nearly 350 feet above the town on the hood of a snake-like hill and the approach to the Fort by vehicles is through its tail. This fort is the third biggest in the former State of Madhya Bharat, now part of Madhya Pradesh State, after the Forts of Mandu & Gwalior. The fort's pool was made in 19th century.Narsinghgarh's main tourist attractions are Bada Mahadev Mandir, Chota Mahadev Mandir, Gupteshwar Mahadev Mandir, Nadiya Pani, Kodu Pani, Narsinghgarh Fort, Badi Hanuman Gadi, Choti Hanuman Gadi and the jal Mandir. There is also one wildlife sanctuary near Narsinghgarh, which is called "Paradise of Peacock" or Chidi- kho. Narsinghgarh mahotsav is celebrated in winter every year. Nearby Narsinghgarh is Kotra village having wonderful Shamji temple along with Karotia - A narrow cave like structure on the Satpura ranges. Still there is no considerably good hotels here to stay.iThe town is over 300 years old having been founded in 1681 by Dewan Parasram. After partition Rawat Paras Ramji named his state after Bhagwan Shri Narsingh (incarnation of God Vishnu), who was his deity and aradhya Dev. Thereafter, he founded the town of Narsinghgarh and transferred his capital there and constructed the temple of his aradhya Dev Shri Narsingh Bhagwan. He built a tank known as Paras Ram Sagar The town's lake still bears the name of the founder. The Royal family was well connected directly and indirectly in relationship with all the important Rajput Royal...

Narsinghgarh Fort

Narsinghgarh Fort is one of India's most majestic forts and the third-largest fort in Madhya Pradesh. A two hours drive from Bhopal will take you to Narsinghgarh town in Rajgarh district where the majestic citadel keeps an eye on the town. The glory of this fort is beautifully showcased in India's first colour film, Aan which was partly shot here!

Built by Paras Ram, a Rajput chieftain of the Umat clan in 1681, the fort served the Rajputs, the Mughals and lastly the Marathas. The influence of the ruling kingdoms is reflected in the architecture style of the fort.

Formerly known as 'Umatwara' it is a massive enclave with 4 halls, 12 chowks, 64 verandahs, and 304 rooms. What adds to the beauty of the fort is the towering shrine of Ram temple, and the Jal Mandir which is in the middle of an artificial lake ; Paras Ram Sagar.

Narsinghgarh fort is presently a wildlife sanctuary and home to wild animals & migratory birds. Known as 'Narsinghgarh Wildlife Sanctuary', it has several interesting places to explore. A walk in the sanctuary will take you to natural caves with prehistoric paintings, a pillared structure called Solah Khamba, the Haji Wali dargah and the Bada & Chhota Mahadev enshrining a shivalinga.

If you are a wildlife aficionado, history buff or just a beholder of natural beauty, Narsinghgarh fort is the place to visit as the panoramic view of the quaint town of Narsinghgarh from the fort's pavilion will forever remain in...

As we explored the fort, we were struck by its old stone structures and the peaceful atmosphere that surrounds the place. The Narshing temple inside the fort is a major highlight - calm, spiritual, and beautifully preserved. The architecture reflects the rich cultural history of the region. The fort isn't very crowded, which makes it ideal for those who enjoy peaceful walks, photography, or just spending time away from the city noise. The view from the top is truly rewarding — you can see lush greenery and nearby villages, giving you a feeling of connection with nature. It's advisable to wear comfortable shoes, carry water, and try visiting during the early morning or late afternoon for pleasant weather.

We recently visited Narshing Grah Fort, and it was a memorable experience. Located amidst natural beauty and steeped in ancient heritage, the fort offers a perfect mix of history, spirituality, and scenic surroundings.

The road to the palace is a very bad experience. You need a local guide to reach the place. There is a security guard and charged 40 rupees for motorcycle. Amazing place for history hunting and for photography. One of the most unexpected places I visited...