Gateway of Fort

Hindaun Fort, in the area of Hindaun in Karauli District of the Indian state of Rajasthan.The Fort was built by Dagur clan of Jats who carved out a principality around Hindaun from the Mughal Empire.[1]

History

The Hindaun Fort, situated in the Karauli District of Rajasthan, holds significant historical importance from the medieval era. Due to its strategic location, it served as a critical site for regional control and defense. The fort became a key stronghold for the Dagur clan of Jats, who used it as a defensive base against Mughal advances. Throughout its history, the fort has been a witness to numerous battles and sieges, highlighting its role in the region's resistance against Mughal expansion and its tumultuous past in the broader history of Rajasthan.[2]

References

  1. ^ Singh, Raj Pal (1988). Rise of the Jat Power. Harman Publishing House. ISBN 978-81-85151-05-2.
  2. ^ "History of Hindaun, Historical Significance of Hindaun". Hindaunonline. Retrieved 3 September 2024.


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