5 Largest Forts In Rajasthan

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Forts In Rajasthan

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Cultural Importance

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Largest Forts...

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1. Amer Fort

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2. Chittorgarh Fort, Udaipur

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3. Jaisalmer Fort

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4. Mehrangarh Fort

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5. Kumbhalgarh Fort

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