Intricate Carvings on Vijay Stambh
Vijay Stambh has inscribed slabs in the uppermost storey; which contain a brief genealogy of the rulers of Chittaur and their brave deeds. This wonderful task was done by Rana Kumbha, the court scholar and Atri and his son, Mahesh. On the fifth storey, the names of the architects are carved; namely, Sutradhar Jaita and his three sons, Napa, Puja, and Poma.
Architecture of Vijay Stambh
Constructed of red sandstone and white marble, Vijay Stambh has a balcony on every storey. The tower is nine storeys tall with a height of 37.19 meters and a base height of 3.0 meters. One has to climb 157 steps to reach the top of the tower. Therefore, the top has a mesmerising view of the entire city.
How to Reach Vijay Stambh
Vijay Stambh is located at a distance of 5 km from the centre of Chittorgarh on Fort Rd. One can easily take a rickshaw, local bus or taxi or just walk it out.
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Tips
The tower is brought to life by illuminating it with lights during the night. So, you can visit the Vijay Stambh at night to get a resplendent view of the tower.
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