Moragarh Durg Ka Itihas

Moragarh Durg Ka Itihas
The History of Moragarh Fort
AuthorDr. Ramji Lal Koli[1]
Original titleमोँरागढ़ दुर्ग का इतिहास
LanguageHindi
GenreArcheological
PublisherSahityagar Publications[2]
Publication date01 January 2016 [3]
Publication placeIndia
Media typeHardcover
ISBN978-8-177-11552-9

Moragarh Durg Ka Itihas (Hindi: मोँरागढ़ दुर्ग का इतिहास; English: The History of Moragarh Fort) is a historical research book authored by Dr. Ramji Lal Koli, an Indian archaeologist and historian.[4] The book presents a detailed study of the Moragarh Fort, located in Gadhmora Village , Nadauti , Rajasthan, India, focusing on its architectural features, historical background, and cultural significance.[5]

Historical Background

Moragarh Fort is an Ancient Historical Fort situated on Rajket Hills of Aravalli Mountain Range . Geographically , It is Located in Gadhmora Village of Nadauti Tehsil of Karauli district of Rajasthan State and 30km away from Lalsot & 85km away from Jaipur District HQ in Rajasthan. It is famous for its intricate stone carvings, ruined temples, and local legends surrounding Water Treasure and the mythical Mora Sagar Talab .[6]

Subject Matter

Moragarh Fort, situated in Gadhmora Village of Nadauti Tehsil of Karauli District in Rajasthan, is an important example of medieval Indian fort architecture.[7] The book traces:

  • The origins and construction of the fort .
  • Its role in regional politics and defense strategies .
  • Accounts of rulers and dynasties associated with the fort .
  • The fort’s decline and preservation challenges in modern times . [8]

Significance

The book highlights the fort’s cultural and historical importance:

  • Architectural heritage: Detailed descriptions of fort walls, gateways, temples, and water reservoirs.
  • Cultural impact: The fort as a center of local traditions, folklore, and community identity.
  • Historical relevance: Its role in shaping the socio‑political landscape of the region. [9]

Contents

📖 Table of Contents :

  • Preface / Prologue
  • Chapter 1 : History & Geography of Moragarh ( or Mora-Nagar )
  • Chapter 2 : Archeological Studies of Moragarh ( or Mora-Nagar )
  • Chapter 3 : Cultural Studies of Moragarh ( or Mora-Nagar )
  • Chapter 4 : Moragarh after Indian Independence
  • Chapter 5 : Spirituality & Tourism in Mora-Nagari
  • Bibliography
  • Appendix [10]

See also

References