Chaiturgarh fort

Chaiturgarh or Lafagarh is a fort about 19 kilometres (12 mi) from Pali, Katghora tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India, on the Korba–Bilaspur road. It is an Archaeological Survey of India protected monument. Chaiturgarh is one of the 36 forts of Chhattisgarh. It was constructed by Raja Prithvidev First of Ratanpur on one of the hills of Maikal range.

Chaiturgarh (also known as Lafagarh) is situated at a height of 3060 feet on the hill top. It is protected by strong natural walls and is considered as one of the strongest natural forts.

The fort has three main entrances named as Menaka, Humkara, and Simhadwar.

On the hilltop there is a plain area having an area of about 5 sqkm where there are five ponds. Three of these ponds have water all round the year.

The hillocks of Chaiturgarh are famous for their natural beauty and the adventurous experiences it offers. Many types of wild animals and birds are found here.

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References

1. ^ Chauley, G. C. (2004). Monumental Heritage of Orissa. Book India Pub. Co.. p. 114. ISBN 9788185638195.