Gwalior Fort

The great fortress of Gwalior is one of the most famous forts in India. It has truly been described as a ‘pearl in the necklace of the castles of India’. It is also known as Gibraltar of India. As per archaeological and historical evidences, the history of the Gwalior Fort dates back to the 5th century AD and perhaps to a period still earlier. The old names of the hill as recorded in ancient Sanskrit inscriptions are Gopadri and Gopagiri (Cowherds’ Hill). It has witnessed the varying fortunes of the Guptas, the Hunas, the Kachhwahas, the Pratiharas, the Tomaras, the Pathans, the Mughals, the English and the Marathas who have left their landmarks in the various monuments which are still scrupulously preserved. The arts of peace rather than war are now pursued within its precincts, and the ramparts that long withstood the onslaught of many a besieger now enclose the Scindia Public School. Settled on a rocky massif, this imposing heritage building with its blue tiled palace is overlooked from all over the city. With wonderful walls and towers, it has also incorporated palaces, temples, gardens, tombs and splendid places of interest.