Rani Durgawati Fort - Fortress in Jabalpur - Jabalpur, India

Nice historical place, great sunset views, great ambient. Madan Mahal fort was constructed in 11th century under the rule of 37th Gond ruler Madan Singh. Although Madan Mahal fort is named as fort but basically it was a military post which was used as watch tower and military barrack. Main fort was in plains called Garha fort. It was the Garha fort where Kings and royal family members use to stay. During of Madan Mahal fort visit, we can see the structure having rooms, stables, secret passages, ancient scripts, corridors etc.

Very beautiful place. Rani Durgawati made this fort to watch her enemies from the top of the hills and you can see all the area of jabalpur from here. The ancient touch of the fort, well and horse stable is really good. You have to go upstairs and it is near about 15 minutes walk. We visited In the morning, the weather was pleasant in november.

It also known as Madan Mahal. It's called as fort but basically it's like a watch tower. Nice sunset and jabalpur city view from hear.

FORT BUILT ON A ROCK TO KEEP VIGIL ON INTRUDERS: POORLY MAINTAINED Close to the Balancing Rock of Jabalpur is the famous fort of Rani Durgavati. We visited the fort post our visit to the Balancing Rock. Also known as the Madan Mahal Fort, due to the area where it is located, it is atop a hill and accessed by a long flight of steps. It is a small fort built by the Rajgond rulers of Jabalpur, and seems to only be a manned post built to keep vigil on invaders. The fort dates back to the 11th century. Though not exactly an architectural marvel, the little fort has an aura around it. Small but compact and fully equipped for martial encounters the fort has remnants of stables, a small reservoir and other rooms. Much needs to be done for the maintenance of the Fort, though there were plenty of material lying around indicating that the Archaeological Survey of India is interested in it to an extent. The fort provides for superb views of the city of Jabalpur and one can access the top of the fort via a flight of stairs carved into the rock. A MUST SEE.

Call it Rani Durgawati Fort or Madan Mahal...but do not miss visiting the place. Yes, it takes a bit of effort to reach there but the effort is worth it. As you climb the stairs you'll come across a Shiva temple amongst the rocks. The most striking feature of the fort is the dexterous utilization of natural rocks as a scaffolding. The fort seemed to be more like a military station during old times. Doesn't look like anyone of royal lineage would have been staying here. There's no entry fee to the fort. Please carry water bottles before you begin to climb the 100-odd stairs to the fort. And...at the end of your visit please do indulge in a spicy plate of maggi and fresh lemon soda from the shacks at the entry gate of the hill !! The Balancing Rocks Park is also nearby. Please don't miss this spot. It's awestriking how the boulders are aligned one atop another..and that no earthquake is strong enough to shake them to fall!!

A must visit historical place in Jabalpur. Amazing city view from the top of the fort *Be sure to carry a water bottle with you* *No entry charge*

The Fort is one of the best sight seeing in Jabalpur..it is situated near the city on a hill top.. please note the place a little high on hill..the place is very beautiful and worth getting up.. there is a room full of breeze and the top of the fort is also beautiful.. highly recommend to visit..

'Rani Durgawati Fort' is located in Madan Mahal and it is also called Madan Mahal Fort. and Balancing Rock is located nearby. this fort is situated on top of a mountain, which is reached by climbing stairs, which is located at a distance of about 500. In a short distance is the temple of Lord Shankar, whose structure is astonishing. and there is also a pond on the way. Madan Mahal is situated on top of a huge granite hill. This fort used to be a grand palace of 3 floors in the 12th century 900 years ago. In which the great queen Durgavati of the Gondwana kingdom resided. this palace was built by the Gond dynasty ruler Sangram Shah.