Raisen Fort

Raisen Fort

Introduction:

  

Raisen is 23 kms from Bhopal, and is known for the Raisen fort and the Dargah of Raisen. Raisen fort is situated on the top of a hill with a few temples, palaces, a large water reservoir and numerous wells inside Raisen fort. The fort is about 800 years old. It is built on a hill and occupies the entire hilltop.There is a temple and mosque in the same complex of Raisen fort. Raisen fort had many domes inside, however, only two of them are left.

Located 23 Km. from the city centre of Bhopal, ‘Raisen Fort’ sits on a hilltop in Raisen town near Sanchi. Built around 1200 AD, the fort served as the seat of power to many dynasties in the region, ranging from Rajputs to Mughals to Nawabs of Bhopal. It is said that this resplendent fort was attacked 14 times by different rulers and despite of it, they could not harm the original splendour of the magnificent structure. One of the historically rich sites in Bhopal, a visit here will leave you intrigued with the tales of ferocious battles, jauhars and bravery. Inside the fort, you would come across ruins of many buildings including temples, palaces and wells. Few 15th century old cannons also adorn the inner fort walls. A 12th century old Shiva Temple in the fort opens its gates for devotees only once in a year on the occasion of Maha Shivratri and pilgrims in great numbers swarm here to tie a piece of cloth on the temple’s gate to get their wishes fulfilled. The shrine of Hazrat Peer Fatehullah Shah Baba who was a famous Muslim Saint is also a great attraction in the fort and is visited by people from all religions. The hills surrounding the fort also abound in historic rock shelters adorned with centuries-old paintings.

How To Reach: 
Its About 30 KM from bhopal Taxi is best Way to Reach Raisen fort however buses are also available in every 30 Mins.