Monuments In India

Chhachhrauli Fort

Chhachhrauli fort was constructed by the King of Kalsia, for the defense and residential purpose of royal family.  In this fort, three main sections were created, a large throne room, a large and safe Khazana and a large reception room.  Interiors of the fort have been made very beautifully and firmly.  Walls of the fort have been painted with high quality of paint which was in vogue at that time.  Color and shines are still looks like a new work done. On the walls of the fort, important railway stations, trains, some of the important scenes of Kings of India (of different states) including Churches and flowers have been painted with excellence.  Later the fort was dedicated to the general public of Chhachhrauli and it was opened to all during 1940.  In this fort, two schools were started and run successfully for a long time.  Presently Law Court of the district and offices of different departments are established in the fort.  Before some time, the preservation of the fort was in better state.  The geographical coordinates of this fort are between 29.691334, 76.980515.  North of the fort is surrounded by Ponta Sahib and Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh while western part is surrounded by Yamunanagar and Jagadhari of Haryana.

Architecture

This fort was constructed by Kalsia kings at about 250 years ago.  The architecture of this fort is not too good to describe but the presence of the fort in this area is important as in the area, no threats of any enemy is experienced since long.  But Kalsia king made it with a vision to defend the state if needed in future.  In the middle of the fort, a Mahal of double story has been constructed.  The fort is constructed under traditional Indian pattern of designing the antique buildings.   The entrance of the fort was named after Raja Ravi Sher Singh as description available in one of the book named The Rajas of Punjab. The Mahal is constructed in rectangular style.  A Rani Mahal is also constructed on the left side of the palace.  The architectural style of this building is British-Indo pattern of construction.  The Rani Mahal was the retiring place of royal family.  In the left portion of the fort, a high clock tower is existing which was constructed by Raja Ranjit Singh Kalsia.  During that time, the chimes of this clock tower were heard at Jagadhari as no noise pollution was existing like today.  This clock was made by heavy stone blocks and after some time it stopped working.  Raja Ranjit Singh got it repaired in the memory of his son Kunwar Karan Singh.  Presently this clock tower is neglected as no ruling party showing will power to preserve the historical things. The construction of the fort was done with Lakhori bricks.   In the central part of the fort, a royal palace is built with a large entrance gate. This was done before 140 year ago during the reign of Raja Ravi Sher Singh. Unfortunately this fort could not be properly preserved.

How to Reach

Karnal district is accessible by all the means of transportation.

By Air

Nearest airport is Karnal, where Karnal flying club is functional from more than 4 decades. From airport, the fort is located at 21 kilometers.

By Air

Karnal railway station is the nearest one and major trains are frequently connected with this station.  Karnal railway station is of B.G.

By Road

Grand Trunk Road crosses this district and various state highways and link road are available with better conveyance facilities to reach the fort.

Nearby places to visit

Near fort, various places of tourist interest are located.  Some of them area as under:

• 1000 years old Durga Bhawani Templenear Bus stand of Karnal.
• A large mosque constructed by Babur.
• Manji Sahib Gurudwara is a viewable point in Karnal.
• Karna Lake is located with international importance.
• Kalandar Shah’s tomb is also viewable as religious place.

Weather and best time to visit

This fort can be visited throughout the year. Weather is tolerable and seasonal.  Hot in summers and chilled in winter.  Monsoon period is not so disturbing.

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