The majestic fort stands on a 125 m high hill and is one of the most impressive in the state of Rajasthan, which is rich in forts. A winding road leads from the town to the entrance. The first gate is still marred by cannonballs. An indication that this fort really served defensive purposes. One of the gates is the Jayapol. It was built by Maharaja Man Singh (1806) after defeating the armies of Jaipur and Bikaner. The Fatehpol - or Victory - Gate was built by Maharaja Ajit Singh (1907). It commemorates his victory over the Mughals.