GWALIOR
Gwalior
is situated near Agra. It
is famous for its fort with several interesting temples and ruin palaces inside
its walls. The magnificent mementos of a glorious past have been preserved with
care, giving Gwalior an appeal unique and timeless. Gwalior also has the
distinction of being a centre of Indian classical music. 
Gwalior Fort: This fort stands on a hill 91
meters above the surrounding plain. It is 200-850 meters wide and 2.8 kms
long. The main entrance to the north comprises of a twisting, easily defended
approach, originally with seven gates. A 9 meter high wall seen from the
North present a formidable battlement. Inside the fort there are some marvels of
medieval architecture. The fort also houses the Teli-ka-Mandir, Gujari Mahal,
Man Mandir Palace, Suraj Kund etc.
Tansen's Tomb: A
pillar of Hindustani classical music, the great Tansen, one of the 'nine jewels'
of Akbar' court lies buried in Gwalior. It is built in the early Mughal
architectural style. More than a monument, the tomb is part of Gwalior's living
cultural heritage: it is the venue of a national scale music festival, held
annually in November-December.
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