Bhangarh & Abhaneri Tour Package by Rishi India Travels

1. Bhangarh

Bhangarh is reputed to be the most haunted site in India; it has received innumerable tourists who book a Bhangarh Fort tour package to get the feel of the mystery surrounding it. The fort is at the edges of the Sariska Tiger Reserve in the Alwar district of Rajasthan state, and the fort was constructed by Bhagwant Das in honor of his younger son Madho Singh I.

Not a soul is permitted within the fort after sunset or before dawn. Stories of many paranormal happenings abound in that vicinity, whether one would wish to believe those or just dismiss them totally lies with the person. The belief goes on to say that spirits haunt the Bhangarh Fort at night, while eerie sounds are heard from deep within its walls. Some also say that once someone has entered the fort at night, they would never return by dawn.

The visit could also be accompanied by a day trip to Abhaneri, so as to complement the experience with the revelation of the architectural and cultural heritage of Rajasthan.

High season: September - February.

History

As per the common folklore, the ascetic (Guru Balu Nath) compelled the king (King Madho Singh) to swear that the lover of the fort (Guru Balu Nath) would not approach his field of meditation. But the king failed to keep up to his promise. As soon as the shadows touched his spot, Guru Balu Nath cursed the village to remain roofless. Even if a roof is built today, it collapses soon after.

Another story is about tantrik Singhia, who fell in love with Princess Ratnavati. He tried to use magic to win over her, but the princess got to know of his evil plans and ordered him to be killed. Before the tantrik died, he too, cursed the residents of the fort to die and the village dwellers to remain roofless forever.

Visitor Information

• Famous for: History, Haunted Place, Photography.
• Tickets: Rs. 25 (Indians), Rs.200 (foreigners)
• Opening Timings: 6 am to 6:00 pm
• Duration: 3-4 hours.

Things to Do at Bhangarh

• As soon as you enter through the main gate of the ruined fort city, also known as Bhoot Bangla, it gives a chill down your spine.
• Within the fort, there are temples, palaces, and Havelis. Apart from that, there are also four more gates for the entry to the fort: the Lahori Gate, the Ajmeri Gate, the Phulbari Gate and the Delhi Gate.
• You can click pictures.

2. Warning at Bhangarh

3. Abhaneri (Chand Baori)

Abhaneri is a village in the Dausa district of Rajasthan (which is frequently considered part of a popular tour package to Bhangarh Fort). Abhaneri translates to the City of the Brightness since Goddess Harshat Mata pours her blessings everywhere. Constructed in the 9th century by the King Raja Chand of the Gurjar Kingdom, it is also referred to as Chand Baori as well as Harshat Mata Temple. A lot of the tourists visit same day Abhaneri Fort by booking a same-day tour would like to visit the heritage wonders of the area, along with the Bhangarh Fort. According to a local legend, Goddess Harshat Mata brings the glow throughout the village, making it Abha Nagri, which probably got pronounced as Abhaneri.

Chand Baori is interesting and very popular. It is a huge step-well meant for storing rainwater. It has a depth of 20 meters and is divided into 13 levels with a straight flight of 3,500 narrow steps arranged in perfect geometric patterns—an architectural brilliance that amazes visitors on the same day Abhaneri Fort tour. The art is so perfect that it tugs at human interest. It was also used as an inverted scale to be admired from above. During summer seasons, the lower parts of Baori remain cool, displaying proof of the ancient understanding of managing nature’s laws. That in itself is a great experience!

Adjacent to the stepwell stands Harshat Mata Temple, adding a bit more of the spiritual essence to the place, which exudes its own charm. The temple carvings are still slightly ruined, while the rest of the relics still adorn themselves with that very quality and grace which once characterized medieval decoration.

Visitor Information

• Famous for: Photo Fanatics, Experience Seekers, History Buffs.
• Tickets: No entry fee.
• Opening Timings: 10 AM to 5 PM
• Duration: 30 minutes.
• Movie Connect: Chand Baori has been used as a filming location for a number of films, such as Bhoomi, The Fall, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, and The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel.

Things to Do near Chand Baori

• Near by you can visit Harshat Mata Temple.
• You can do photography.
• Do shopping and eating in near by market.

4. Chand Baori Full View

The Chand Baori is a very spectacular and old stepwell in India, at a small village in the Dausa district of Rajasthan, Abhaneri. It is often added to the Bhangarh Fort tour package itinerary and is a must-visit place for those who visit to have an overview of the historical wonderland of the place. A stepwell constructed by the Gurjar Pratihara king Raja Chand in the 9th century was to be an architectural marvel to store the rainwater and a meeting point for the community. There could not be a more magnificent display of it than the Chand Baori full view. The stepwell is truly an example of engineering prowess, with its remarkable efficiency, its beautiful symmetrical design, and proximity to the historic Abhaneri fort, which adds even more heritage value to the area.

The stepwell is about 20 meters deep with 13 levels and boasts 3,500 narrow steps arranged meticulously in a completely geometric pattern. When seeing the lower level, the realization is dazzling—the crisscross pattern of the steps presents its hypnotizing view to both photographers and architects. Some parts remain cool in that most ancient form of air conditioning to survive the torrid summers of Rajasthan. The Abhaneri ticket fare will not be expensive to visitors who intend to visit the location to view this masterpiece of architecture.

The Harshat Mata Temple is located next to the stepwell and is dedicated to the goddess of joy and happiness, which is a spiritual addition to the location. The temple is partially ruined, but the carvings are beautiful, taking into account the artistic standards of the period.

Visitor Information

• Infamous: Architecture Buffs, History Buffs, Photographers, and Experience Seekers.
• Tickets: Entry is free of cost.
• Opening Timings: 10 am to 5 pm.
• Time: It is approximately 45 minutes.
• Film Connect: Chand Baori has been shot in The Fall, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, The Dark Knight Rises, and The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel.

Things to Do Near Chand Baori

• Go to a local temple, the Harshat Mata Temple.
• Get the entire panoramic view of the step-well.
• Visit the local handicrafts and street food in the local market.
• Take heritage walks to know about the ancient water architecture in Rajasthan.

Conclusion

Same Day Tour Of Abhaneri & Bhangarh Fort will keep the mind of any kind of traveler busy as long as history is combined with culture and adventure. All these miracles, when combined with a well-designed Bhangarh Fort tour package offered by Rishi India Travels, will be blended with a single adventure ride through the heritage of Rajasthan, the architectural marvels of Chand Baori, Harshat Mata Temple, and the haunted Bhangarh Fort.