Trip to Bhangarh: Asia's Most Haunted Place is a 2014 Bollywood horror-thriller film starring Manish Choudhary and Suzanna Mukherjee in the lead roles.[1] It is directed by Jitendra Pawar and produced by Rock N Rolla Films. The music is directed by Onkar Singh. The story is based on urban legends about the Bhangarh Fort in Bhangarh, Rajasthan, a reportedly haunted location dubbed "Asia's most haunted place", and is also influenced by Final Destination (2000).
In a college reunion party, five friends plan to visit a haunted place called Bhangarh and spend some time together. Unaware about the dangers lurking at this place, they come across a unique history and a number of unknown things about the place. After they come back from the trip, unusual events start taking place with the five friends. They are confused about the motive behind the occurrence of those events. They relate the occurrences with the trip to Bhangarh. They assume that the trip has caused all negative impacts on their lives. Will they be able to find the truth of the events? Is someone else behind everything that is happening in the lives of the five friends? [2]
There are many interesting and spooky stories related to Bhangarh fort that I decided to visit it to see it by myself. I am a history lover and I never miss a chance to visit an old monument or ruins. Like everyone else, I also came across some haunted stories of Bhangarh Fort and almost everyone insisted that it is the most haunted place in India. I wanted to experience the Bhangarh Fort and maybe experiencing its spookiness. Although I am not someone who is a ghost hunter or like the idea of the ghost still, I wanted to visit experience the Bhangarh fort. I have read some ghost stories of Bhangarh fort that I was kind of prepared to experience something different there.
It was the start of winter, which is the right time to visit Rajasthan. I planned a trip to Bhangarh fort from Delhi over a weekend. When I planned a trip to Bhangarh, we also included Sariska and other surrounding areas that are on the way. Our main focus was to visit the haunted fort of Bhangarh.
We stayed in Sariska overnight and did an evening safari in Sariska Tiger Reserve. The next day after exploring a couple of places we went to Bhangarh fort from Sariska. The road conditions are not very good and it is broken or has dirt patches on the way. There is very little traffic or no traffic so the drive was easy.
According to the story, the princess Ratnavati of Bhangarh was very beautiful and there was no one like her in all of Rajasthan. When the princess turned eighteen, she started getting matrimonial proposals from other states.
In the same region lived a Tantrik magician named Singhia, who was well versed in the occult. He was desperately in love with the princess despite knowing that he would never be allowed to even see her, let alone meet her.
The princess foiled this plan though. She had seen the Tantrik enchanting the oil, and she, therefore, threw it away. The bottle of oil was broken over a boulder. As soon as the oil touched the stone, it started rolling towards the wicked Tantrik and crushed him.
While dying, Singhia cursed the palace with the death of all who dwelt in it, without any rebirth in their destinies. The very next year there was a battle in Bhangarh and Ratnavati died in it. After this people started believing in the curse and left the fort for safer places. Finally, the fort was abandoned.
Another legend claims that an ascetic named Bala Nath lived in the Bhangarh. When King Madho Singh planned to build the Bhangarh fort he obtaining permission from the ascetic Bala Nath. Ascetic permitted him after the king agreed to a condition that said that the shadow of the fort must never fall upon the home of the ascetic.
The fort is under the archeological survey of India and remains open between 6.00 AM to 6.00 PM. All the monuments under control of ASI remain open from sunrise to sunset and the Bhangarh fort is not an exception.
Earlier there was no entry ticket for Bhangarh fort.
From May 2019 there is an entry ticket of 25 INR for Indian nationals and 300 INR for foreign nationals. Like most ASI monuments if you pay digitally then ticket cost is lesser. Then Indians have to pay 20 INR and foreign travelers 250 INR.
The nearest railway station is in Dausa, which is 30 km from Bhangarh. Dausa is 280 Km from Delhi. There are direct trains between Dausa and Delhi. Rajasthan roadways also run buses from Delhi to Dausa.
If traveling from Delhi to Bhangarh fort then you can stay in Sariska, which is 30 km from Bhangarh. There are several hotel options in & around Sariska. You can also visit the Sariska Tiger Reserve if staying there.
There were lots of monkeys and langurs in the area. Some of the monkeys were jumping outside the main gate and climbing on the trees. The monkeys of Bhangarh are fearless and not bothered by people. Their actions made us a bit nervous in the beginning.
We walked further and reached the lower level of the fort. There are a stone ramp and stairs to climb the three-stories of the Bhangarh fort. There are a couple of tall gates before you finally reach the top of the fort.
Upper floors have long corridors, rooms and other structures. Some of them are ruins while others are in good condition. Since the top of the fort is quite high so we can see the surrounding areas. There is a hill on one side of the fort, which protected from enemy attack. Three sides have open grounds after Bhangarh fort walls. There is no village nearby and the area is full of shrubs.
Some people who visited Bhangarh affirmed that there is a strange feeling in the atmosphere, which causes symptoms of anxiety and restlessness but we had no such experience. The ruins are beautiful and tranquil as there is no mad tourist rush. The place itself is beautiful and the surroundings are perfect.
We climbed down and sitting near the Shomeshwar temple, which is dedicated to Lord Shiva. There are statues of Ganesh, Hanuman and local goddess in the temple. We again met that local man and he smiled as he noticed us. He told us that we are in the safest place in the fort.
He told us that once he came with his friends and it was late afternoon. It started getting dark early so they were coming down fast. As they were almost near the bottom of fort ramp one of his friends started screaming and making weird sounds. Before they could shake him for his strange behavior he started running madly. The moment he reached near the temple wall he collapsed. They splashed some water on his face and he regained his senses.
We came out of the main gate and my friend was curious after all the ghost stories of Bhangarh Fort. So, she asked the half-asleep guard at the gate if there are ghosts in Bhangarh Fort. The middle-aged guard came out from his slumber and told us that yes there are ghosts in Bhangarh fort. He said he rarely goes inside the fort and leaves before night.
Before we know it was already late for lunch. We had finished our snacks and feeling hungry. So, we went to a village shop to have some tea or snacks. After knowing that we are coming from Bhangarh Fort tea stall guy said that we returned on a safe time.
While we were having tea he told us that some of the people from his village believe that the abandoned Bhangarh Fort comes alive after sunset, but with spirits. The ghosts of people living in those areas haunt the ruins and their favorite is the palace in the fort. These kinds of activities are at their peak on full moon nights or when solar or moon eclipse. At that time ghosts from other areas also congregate here for some sort of activities. Ghost conference !!!!!
The enigmatic Bhangarh Fort has enchanted many voyagers and aficionados over time. Its captivating lore coupled with remarkable architecture and uncanny supernatural accounts has made it an intriguing destination for history enthusiasts as well as thrill-seekers alike.
For optimal viewing pleasure of the fort's exceptional offerings, experts are advised to visit during daytime hours when you can witness an array of temples, and residences fit for kings alongside other intricate structures within the fortification which depict vignettes from former leaders' lives. The fort's mysterious aura is heightened by the legends surrounding it, including tales of curses and supernatural occurrences.
The fort is situated amidst scenic surroundings, with the Aravalli Range serving as a backdrop. The journey to Bhangarh Fort takes you through picturesque countryside, allowing you to soak in the beauty of Rajasthan.
It is also recommended to explore the fort during daylight hours and avoid venturing into restricted or prohibited areas for safety reasons. While the fort's haunted reputation adds an element of excitement, it is important to respect the site's historical significance and maintain decorum during your visit.
The architecture of Bhangarh Fort is a splendid example of the medieval Rajput architectural style. Bhangarh Fort's construction used locally sourced sandstone and limestone. This technique helped it stand apart from other forts while adding to its grandeur. Positioned atop a rocky hill, this fortress finds itself encompassed by fortified walls with numerous gateways.
Accessing the fort requires entering Bhoot Bangla, an immense arched doorway hailed as a "Haunted House." This gateway boasts beautiful intricate carvings and decor motifs celebrating the artistic ability that craftsmen once took pride in. Although currently in ruins, inside the fortress are several palaces, temples, and residential buildings still displaying their architectural charm amidst Hindu-Islamic blended elements capturing enchanting cultural influences emblematic of this time period.
The best time to plan your trip to Bhangarh Fort is during the winter months between October through March when the weather is more pleasant than in other seasons with temperatures between approximately 10C up to only around high of mid-20s C. It presents a favourable climate perfect for indulging in outdoor-based adventures while admiring historic sites within or near this ancient stronghold's boundaries.
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