Important Rivers in India

India is a land of rivers and streams. There are innumerable rivers flowing in different directions. They
may be classified on the basis of the origin into two main systems; they are: (i) The Himalayan River
System, such as, the Ganges, Brahmaputra and Indus, and (ii) The Peninsular River System, such as,
the Narmada, Tapti, Mahanadi, Godavari, Krishna and Kaveri.
The major important rivers of India:
1. River Ganges originates from Gangotri Glacier and drains into The Bay of Bengal. It flows in the
South and South-east direction and covers a total length of 2530 km.
2. River Brahmaputra originates from Chemayungdung Glacier and drains into The Bay of Bengal.
It flows in East, South-West and West, South-East direction and covers a total length of 2900 km.
3. River Narmada originates from Amarkantak and drains into The Arabian Sea. It flows in the West
and South-West direction and covers a total length of 1282 km.
4. River Tapti originates from Mahadeo and drains into The Arabian Sea. It flows in the North-West
and South-West direction and covers a total length of 740 km.
5. River Godavari originates from Nasik, Maharashtra and drains into The Bay of Bengal. It flows in
the South-east direction and covers a total length of 1450 km.
6. River Mahanadi originates from Mahakala and drains into The Bay of Bengal. It flows in the
South-east direction and covers a total length of 840 km.
7. River Kaveri originates from Western Ghats and drains into The Bay of Bengal. It flows in the
South-east direction and covers a total length of 800 km.
8. River Krishna originates from Western Ghats and drains into The Bay of Bengal. It flows in the
South-east direction and covers a total length of 752 km.
9. River Indus originates from Manas Sarovar and drains into The Arabian Sea. It flows in the West
and South-West direction and covers a total length of 2900 km.

Top 10 Forts in India

I am the mirror Standing like a meditative Yogi, I am making you witness the royalty,
valor, love, struggle and grandness of the ancient and medieval era of India.
India is dotted with numerous forts which can be aptly referred to as the living legends.
Each of these forts are replete with saga of romance, chivalry, valor and inevitable deceit
and intrigues of court politics.
Some of the forts are brilliant specimen of architecture designed and constructed by the
humans. In the forts built during the medieval period, the influence of various art forms
from around the world can be well witnessed.
If you have an inclination towards these grand structures, you can go through our list below
where we have meticulously chosen top 10 forts in India from a long list:

Red Fort, Delhi

Red Fort in Delhi

A red sandstone structure which presents India before the world, Red Fort in Delhi is rightly
been called the pride of the city and of India too.
Inscribed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, this magnificent red citadel is but just a
ghost of its former glory days. Red Fort in Delhi was built by the Mughal Emperor Shahjahan
in the 17th century AD.
It took around 10 years to complete and is originally referred to as Quila-e-Mubarak as
royal family used to live there. Inside the fort, there are public and private halls, mosques,
gardens and alongside this runs the river Yamuna.

Amber Fort, Jaipur

Amber Fort in Jaipur

A beautiful gemstone in the royal crown of Rajasthan, Jaipur charms the guests with its fleet
of palaces and forts. One of the most visited and beguiling of Jaipur forts is the Amber Fort,
situated in a serene backdrop of the Aravali Hill.
When you reach the fort, you will get a warm welcome by the silent wavelets of the Maota
Lake. The blend of Hindu, Rajput and Mughal architectural style adorn the fort and make the
guests let them loose to its grandeur of presentation.
The intricate marble, glass, metal and wood carvings can be well witnessed in this beautiful
fort built by Raja Man Singh I.

Agra Fort, Agra

Red Fort In Agra, Uttar Pradesh

Though the city of Agra is most famous for its iconic Taj Mahal, but there are several other
architectural wonders that still make it one of the best destination for a cultural tour to
India.
The red giant structure of Agra fort speaks volumes about the Mughal dynasty, their rise
and fall in the country of India. While you enter inside this fort, a beautifully manicured lawn
gives you a green carpet welcome.
There are different palaces inside this red citadel most of which were built by the Mughal
Emperor Shah Jahan. This chivalric king also had spent his last years in a high towering
palace of Red Fort from where Taj Mahal can be seen clearly.

Jaisalmer Fort, Rajasthan

Jaisalmer Fort, Rajasthan

Each corner of the state of Rajasthan speaks of the royal lifestyle of the Rajput rulers and
Jaisalmer is certainly not an exception to that.
In this city of Rajasthan which seems to be an embodiment of the Arabian Night fables, the
Jaisalmer Fort is standing in a cliff top that becomes visible from a distance.
This yellow sandstone fort glitters like a golden crown when the sun rays hits its outer wall.
Simplicity in grandness is seen in its dcor and architecture and it is also crowned as one of
the largest forts in the world.

Daulatabad Fort, Aurangabad

Daulatabad Fort, Aurangabad

Though the sand of time has left its imprints behind the Daulatabad Fort, it is still can be
called one of the best documents containing the history of the city.
The fort overlooks the green views of the vegetation around and is certainly a
photographers paradise. With its vintage look, it never ceases to amaze the visitors.
Its been ruled by many dynasties and their remains can be still seen in this almost
forgotten fort of Aurangabad.

Golkonda Fort, Hyderabad

Golkonda Fort, Hyderabad

Situated just 11 kilometers away from the city of Hyderabad, Golkonda Fort is not that
famous among the tourists as the Red Fort in Delhi or the Agra fort. But still, it is one of the
best places to visit which will mounts up to your expectations while you are in a cultural
tour to India.
It was originally built by Kakatiya Dynasty which was later ruled by Ibrahim Quli Qutub Shah
Wali. During Qutub Shahs reign, the fort went through a number of reconstructions. Away
from the hustle-bustle of city life, this fort is standing silently in a cliff top and singing the
saga of its royal days.

Junagarh Fort, Bikaner

Junagarh Fort, Bikaner

It is a well preserved forts situated at the center of the city of Bikaner in Rajasthan. It is a
massive structure with a fleet of art galleries, corridors and courtyards which beautifully
display the history, culture and traditions of the city.
A scattering of color can be well witnessed in the halls and rooms of this fortress. Built in
the year 1589 AD, this fort was being rules by as many as 20 rulers of Bikaner till 1920 AD.

Gwalior Fort, Madhya Pradesh

Gwalior Fort in Madhya Pradesh

It is another well preserved and maintained fort in India which has colorful artworks
inscribed in its inner and outer walls and pillars. It is so massive and alluring, that India
Postal Service has issued a postal stamp with the photo of this fort.
The Mughal Emperor Babur once described is as the pearl in the necklace of the forts of
Hind. From the fort, you can also savor the panoramic view of the old Gwalior. Gwalior Fort
also occupies a unique place in the human civilization as the place which has the first ever
recorded the use of zero.

Jhansi Fort, Jhansi

Jhansi Fort, Jhansi

Built by Bir Singh Ju Deo, the king of Orcha in the year 1613, this Indian fort is situated in a
rocky hill called Bangra in Jhansi.
The fort has ten gates including the Khandero Gate, Datia Darwaza, Unnao Gate, Jharna
Gate, Laxmi Gate, Sagar Gate, Orcha Gate, Sainyar Gate, and Chand Gate.
The fort still speaks about the life of the courageous queen of Jhansi, Rani Laxmi Bai.

Chittorgarh Fort, Chittorgarh

Chittorgarh Fort in Chittorgarh

If Chittorgarh is the pride of Rajasthan, then Chittorgarh Fort must be its icon. Stretches in a
huge area, the fort bears witness to a time when royal people preferred to die before
submitting themselves to the enemies.
The folklore about the gallantry of Rani Padmini can be still heard when you visit this fort.
There are several palaces, temples and public and private halls inside the fort which grab
the attention of millions of travelers every year.