Raisen Fort, Bhopal

About Raisen Fort

Raisen Fort is situated on the top of a hill on the north-west corner of Gondwana. The fort is 800 years old with a huge stone wall with nine gates. Raisen Fort was built in the 11th century. The ancient fort also houses a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and the shrine of Muslim saint Hazrat Pir Fatehullah Shah.

There are four palaces within the boundaries of Raisen Fort, namely Badal Mahal, Rohini Mahal, Itradan Mahal and Hawa Mahal. Within the confines of the huge historical building are palaces and rock shelters with beautiful paintings.

Architecture of Raisen Fort

The fort has a massive stone wall with 9 gateways, 13 bastions, fortifications, domes and remains of several buildings from the early medieval period. The fort had a well-organized water management and conservation system with more than 40 wells.

Interesting facts about Raisen Fort

1. There is an ancient temple of Lord Shiva in the fort premises, which is opened for the devotees on the occasion of Shivaratri.
2. According to the belief here, this temple fulfills the wishes of the pilgrims.
3. This fort is a major attraction for history, art, architecture, culture and heritage lovers.
4. The fort has a reservoir, fortifications, nine gateways, temples, buildings and palaces.

How to reach Raisen Fort

By Bus:- The best way to reach Raisen Fort is by bus and the nearest bus stop is Raisen Bus Station.

By Rail:- Salamatpur railway station is near the fort which is 23.0 km away from here one can easily go by taking rickshaw.

By Air:- Raisen airport is 6.7 km away from the fort. It is easy to reach the fort by taking taxi or auto.

Nearby famous places

• Sanchi Stupa
• Halali Dam & Reservoir
• Kanha Fun City
• Bharat Bhavan
• People’s Mall Water Park
• DB City Mall
• Lower Lake
• Birla Mandir