Tammanpatti

Chunar Fort

Chunar Fort, also popular as Chandrakanta Chunargarh and Charanadri, is a mysterious fort located on the bank of River Ganga and overlooking the ancient town of Chunar. Standing at an elevation of about 280 ft. on a Vindhya Range hillock, the fort has been a part of popular folklore and classic novel ‘Chandrakanta’. According to the mythological legends, Lord Vishnu placed his foot on Chunar in the disguise of a Brahmin. As per the ancient records, King Vikramaditya from Ujjain got the fort constructed for his brother Bharthari. Over many centuries, the fort exchanged hands among Rajasthan rulers, Afghan rulers, Mughal emperors and British forces. Constructed in tiers and boasting of huge ramparts, the most noteworthy aspects of the fort include cannons, dungeons, pavilions, tunnel, Bharthari Samadhi, a deep well and the open air pavilion called Sonwa Mandap standing on 28 pillars. A canopy resting on 52 pillars was added by King Sahadeo to commemorate his victory over 52 rulers. Breathtaking views of the river from the fort are an added bonus for the visitors.