Hill Forts of Rajasthan: facts and a 5-question quiz

Six forts are on the UNESCO list in Rajasthan. Pin five of them, from a Rajput stronghold to a desert golden fort. This is a map-tap quiz with 5 questions, each worth more points as the questions get harder.

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What this quiz covers

Era: Rajput period. Region: Rajasthan. The 5 questions are about the following, with a short fact for each. Read them first if you want a head start, or skip to the quiz and read afterwards.

Facts behind the questions (spoilers)

• Chittorgarh Fort: Chittorgarh was besieged by Alauddin Khalji in 1303, Bahadur Shah of Gujarat in 1535 and Akbar in 1567-68.
• Kumbhalgarh: Kumbhalgarh was built by Rana Kumbha in the 15th century.
• Ranthambore Fort: Ranthambore was held by the Hammirs and besieged by Alauddin Khalji in 1301.
• Amer Fort: Amer was the Kachwaha capital before Jaipur was founded in 1727.
• Jaisalmer Fort: The fort is called Sonar Qila, the golden fort, for the colour of its sandstone.

Quick answers

What should I know about Chittorgarh Fort? Chittorgarh was besieged by Alauddin Khalji in 1303, Bahadur Shah of Gujarat in 1535 and Akbar in 1567-68.

What should I know about Kumbhalgarh? Kumbhalgarh was built by Rana Kumbha in the 15th century.

What should I know about Ranthambore Fort? Ranthambore was held by the Hammirs and besieged by Alauddin Khalji in 1301.

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