One of the most important citadels in the history of Rajasthan forts after Chittaurgarh, the Kumbhalgarh Fort is set in the Aravalli ranges. The fort has witnessed many heroic deeds of great warriors. This fort was built in 15th century AD by Rana Kumbha between 1445 and 1458 AD. The massive fort, encompassed by a 36 km long wall, has seven majestic gates and seven ramparts, one within the other which are ideal for nature trail.The Kumbhalgarh Fort remained unconquered for the most part of it history.

This formidable fort fell only once to the army of Akbar and that too because the water supply was contaminated by the enemy forces. It also served as a place for a refuge for the Mewar rulers during times of strife. The Kumbhalgarh Fort is also the place of birth of the Maratha leader Maharana Pratap.