Deogarh Fort
The Deogarh Fort or Devgarh Fort is one of the very old fort situated in Madhya Pradesh, India. It was the capital of a Gond Dynasty and is located in the present day town of Devgarh, at a distance of 42 km from the district headquarter Chhindwara. It sprawls over a hill 650 m (2132.55 ft) in height and spread over a large area. There are many wells, tanks and building which shows that the Gond capital was extended over a large area.
| Deogarh Fort | |
|---|---|
Deogarh Mahal | |
| Part of Deogarh | |
| Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh, India in India | |
Deogarh Fort, Chhindwara | |
Deogarh Fort | |
| Coordinates | 21°52′58″N 78°43′58″E |
| Type | Fort |
| Site information | |
| Controlled by | Government of Madhya Pradesh |
| Open to the public | Yes |
| Condition | Dilapidated; Vacant |
| Site history | |
| Built | 15th century |
| Built by | King Jatba (Gond Dynasty) |
| Materials | Stone and brick |
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