Chittorgarh is synonymous with the chivalry of Rajputs, which is etched, in golden letters in Indian History.Chittorgarh proudly displays the remnants of its glorious past in the ruined forts and palaces, which have now become the tourist attractions in Chittorgarh. The history of Chittorgarh speaks of the bravery and self-sacrifice of Rajput men and women who bravely fought to the last the invaders who attacked the city of Chittorgarh three times in the medieval period. According to legend, Ala-ud-din Khilji, the Sultan of Delhi, was just allowed to see the reflection of Queen Padmini in a mirror while she stood behind a pavilion in this palace. Ala-ud-din was so smitten by her beauty that he invaded Chittorgarh to possess her. Rajput women who preferred death to dishonour at the hands of the enemy performed jauhar or mass immolation on a huge pyre. Chittogarh has witnessed about three such jauhars.

The prime tourist attraction in Chittorgarh is the fort of Chittogarh, which is located on a steep hill beside the main township. The chhatris or memorials of Jaimal and Kalla which mark the spots where they fell while bravely defending the fort during a siege in 1586 speaks for the valor of Rajputs. Rana Kumbha Palace is an important spot and it is believed that Queen Padmini had performed jauhar in one of its cellars. The Archeological Museum, the Singa Chowri Temple, and the Fateh Prakash Palace and Museum adjacent to Rana Kumbha Palace are worth visiting. The Victory Tower or Vijay Stambh is one of the main tourist attractions of the fort. The Tower of Fame or Kirti Stambh is another important monument. built in 12th century and is dedicated to Adinath, the first Jain Tirthankara (spiritual leader).

Excursions from Chittorgarh can be made to Bijapur, 40 km from Chittorgarh, with its fort converted into a hotel. There are ancient temples at Menhal, on Bundi, which is 48 km from Chittorgarh.Ancient Hindu and Buddhist monuments at Nagri, which is 17 km north of Chittorgarh.

The hotels in Chittorgarh offer a comfortable stay along with traditional hospitality. Chittorgarh hotels will definitely make your stay in this historic city a memorable one. Shopping in Chittorgarh will be fascinating because Chittorgarh is known for its range of exquisite handicrafts -beautiful thewa jewellery (gold designs embedded in glass), colorful leather jutis (shoes) made of camel leather with embroidery on them and Akola fabrics (painted with vegetable dyes). The wooden painted toys from Bassi village are also items that can be ideal souvenirs with a distinct touch of Chittorgarh.

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