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Belly Tower




Built in memoir of Cornel Belly, the Belly Tower or the 'Ghantaghar' illustrates the adroitness and craftsmanship of the Mughal and Rajput eras. The tower made of red stone features 5 storey and stands 100 meters tall. A golden pot situated on top of the tower looks beautiful when the first rays of the sun fall on it.

There is a clock in the 4th floor, hence the name 'Ghantaghar' ('Ghanta' means hour and 'ghar' means house). The construction of the tower was started by Maharao Chhatrasal and was completed during the period of Maharao Ummed Singh.



Updated on 1st September, 2005
District: Kota
Location: Kota    

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