India: The walled fortifications of the Bala Qila (Alwar Fort) loom above the huge kund (tank) next to the Vinay Vilas (City Palace), Alwar, Rajasthan

The Vinay Vilas Mahal (City Palace) was built in 1793 CE by Raja Bakhtayar Singh (Maharaja Bakhtawar Singh (r. 1790 - 1815 CE).

The Bala Quila (Alwar Fort) was possibly built by Nikumbh Rajputs around 928 CE, more likely built by Hasan Khan Mewati in 1492 CE. It was later occupied by Mughals and Jats. In 1775 CE the fort was conquered by Maharao Raja Pratap Singh, the founder of the Princely State of Alwar.

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David Henley

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