Samode Fort

Samode fort is one of the prime tourist attractions in the village of Samode in Rajasthan. During its original days, the fort was used as a residence by the royal family of the Rawals. Displaying a brilliant work of Mughal architecture, the Samode fort is quite reminiscent of the bygone era.

History has it that the fort was also used at times of trouble. A secret passage right below the Samode Fort was constructed which basically provided escape to the royal members. This passage is still open and visitors can explore it during their visit to the Palace, on which the fort is built.

In true royal traditional tourism style, very symbolic of Rajasthan, this list kicks off with a fort at the beginning. Strong, old, and magnificently built, this fort is situated high on a hilltop where the view it affords can look down on miles all around below in every direction. Samode Fort was used for lodging by Rawals, as a lot of heritage nowadays is used here for lodging tourists by hotel chains. It showcases Mughal architecture, and was considered useful in war times. A must visit for tourists to Samode.

Samode Tourist Attractions

Samode Palace - The samode Palace is located near the samode village at a distance of 40 km, to the north of Jaipur. It is built of sandstone at the foot of the Aravalli range of hills with a fortress like setting. The interiors of the palace display a fusion of Mughal and Rajasthani art and architecture. The Samode palace which belongs to the Rawals of Samode is about 400 years old and has been converted into a comfortable hotel run by the family. Dewan-i- khas is a major attraction of samode palace. Fort of Sheograrh– The Fort of Sheogarh is very close to Jaipur, at a distance of 6 kms. This is where the people of Samode barricaded themselves in times of war. It is an austere building built on traditional lines. It has an elegant painted dining room and an airy passage and a unique ambiance of the historic juxtaposed against a contemporary setting. Samode Bagh, Mahar kalan or garden, built in the 16th century in Mughal style is just at a distance of 4 kms away from Jaipur. This Bagh is enclosed by a 15 feet high wall and is spread over an area of 20 acres and also have 44 sandbanks coloured tents with air-conditioning to accommodate visitors.

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