Gwalior | 02.06.2019 | 07:00 am ~ 09:00 am

A Trail to the Majestic Gwalior Fort

About the walk

The city of Gwalior, over centuries, has been the cradle of great dynasties and with each, the city gained new dimensions from warrior kings, poets, musicians and saints. Today, Gwalior is a modern Indian city, vibrant and bustling. Its history has been traced back to legend from 8 AD, when a chieftain called Suraj Sen was stricken by a deadly disease. He was cured by a hermit saint, Gwalipa, and in gratitude founded a city, which he named after the saint.

This walk begins at the Urwahi Gate of Gwalior Fort, the south-east entrance to Jain rock-cut idols, and continues towards Assi Khamba ki Baoli. Next to the baoli (stepwellis the beautiful Man Singh Palace, which was built by the Tomar king in the 15th century AD. The walk continues on to the Sasbahu Temple, which was built in the 11th century in a North Indian architectural style, and then on to the Teli Ka Mandir, which represents South Indian architecture, and concludes at Suraj Kund.

The guided tour is free.

Walk Time
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Walk Date
Meeting Time
06:45 am

About the walk

The city of Gwalior, over centuries, has been the cradle of great dynasties and with each, the city gained new dimensions from warrior kings, poets, musicians and saints. Today, Gwalior is a modern Indian city, vibrant and bustling. Its history has been traced back to legend from 8 AD, when a chieftain called Suraj Sen was stricken by a deadly disease. He was cured by a hermit saint, Gwalipa, and in gratitude founded a city, which he named after the saint.

This walk begins at the Urwahi Gate of Gwalior Fort, the south-east entrance to Jain rock-cut idols, and continues towards Assi Khamba ki Baoli. Next to the baoli (stepwellis the beautiful Man Singh Palace, which was built by the Tomar king in the 15th century AD. The walk continues on to the Sasbahu Temple, which was built in the 11th century in a North Indian architectural style, and then on to the Teli Ka Mandir, which represents South Indian architecture, and concludes at Suraj Kund.

The guided tour is free.

Led By

Chandra Shekhar Barua

Meeting Time

06:45 AM

Meeting point

Urwahi Gate (south-east Entrance), Gwalior Fort

Disclaimer

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Sahapedia reserves the right to cancel an event due to unforeseen circumstances. Participants will be informed accordingly.

Maintaining safety during our events is our main priority. We have implemented several social distancing and safety measures to limit physical interactions between all attendees at the walk. Sahapedia/ India Heritage Walks is not responsible for any illnesses developing due to participation in physical events. 

 

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Please Note

  • Entry Fee for foreigners - Rs 300/- per person, and for Indians - Rs 25/- per person to be borne by the participant.
  • Please carry water and wear comfortable walking shoes.
  • Photography allowed. No camera/mobile photography charges. Video camera photography costs Rs 25/-, to be borne by the participant.
  • Parking available at Urwahi Gate.