Kumbalgarh Fort

Kumbalgarh is the most foreboding fort that I've visited thus far in India -- which makes it that much more impressive that it was once conquered. It's set about 80km north of Udaipur, on the top of a mountain overlooking nestled villages and hills below. From the very top, a scene of lush greenery dotted with the beige of Jain temples can be seen stretching out towards the horizon. Also fun: you can climb the ramparts, instead of the regular path, for a good part of the hike to the top!

Some photos:

"I brake for sheep" on the way to the fort:


The fort from below:


Climbing up the Ramparts:






Crazy bug I found in the gardens of the fort: