Achalgarh
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Achalgarh fort is situated eleven km north of Mount Abu, a hill station in the Indian state of Rajasthan. The fort was built by Maharana Kumbha in 1452 CE. It was one of the several forts built during the reign of Maharana Kumbha.The fort is not in good condition now. There are some features of historical and religious importance in and around the fort. Achaleshwar Mahadeva temple is just outside the fort; the toe of Lord Shiva is worshipped there and a brass Nandi is also located there. Near the temple there are three stone buffaloes standing around a pond. There are Jain temples in the fort . These were built in 1513 CE.There are fine views from there.
