Rohetgarh-fort

The bastion of the chivalrous Champawat clan of Rathores, the Rohetgarh Fort is one of the lesser known forts of Rajasthan but nonetheless is an architectural marvel and the exquisite carvings and paintings speak volumes about the beauty of the fort. The Rohetgarh fort was bestowed upon Thakur Dalpat Singh I in 1622 A.D. for leading and winning several wars under the banner of the Rathores of Marwar. Rohet where the fort now stands for longremained one of the most important jagir (fief) of the state of Marwar. This grandeur and elegant fort still serves as the residence of the kin of Thakur Dalpat Singh I.

Situated on the banks of a Lake the Rohetgarh fort is now converted into a Heritage Hotel. The Fort Hotel is a paradise for nature lovers for it is a
peaceful haven with well manicured lawns where one would be greeted by peacocks roaming freely in the fort and the only sound you would hear is the chirping of the birds. The heritage hotel is adorned by beautiful Rajasthani handicrafts, hunting trophies, royal paintings, some of the finest Persian carpets and illuminating chandeliers. The modern facilities available at the fort too have been done in a rich Rajasthani style.

The generations following Thakur Dalpat Singh occupy a portion of the beautiful fort. The chefs at the magnificent heritage hotel are renowned for their delectable Rajasthani dishes. The Rohetgarh Fort has over the years attracted many a tourists but to name a few legendary ones, the fort was inhabited by the British writer William Dalrymple and Bruce Chatwin. Perhaps it was the serenity and splendor of the fort that attracted these writers to the beautiful palace. The Rohetgarh fort is deeply engrossed in a romantic aura and is indeed a jewel in the city of Jodhpur.