Lohagarh Fort, State Protected Monument in Bharatpur, India

Lohagarh Fort is a fortress in Bharatpur with thick mud walls designed to withstand cannon fire. The complex spans several kilometers and houses multiple palace buildings and a museum section.

The fortress was founded in 1732 by Maharaja Suraj Mal and resisted multiple British attacks throughout its history. A major six-week siege took place in 1805 under the command of Lord Lake.

The name Lohagarh means "Iron Fort", though its defences were actually twin earthen ramparts, which earned it the name "mud fort" as well. The north gate is the Ashtadhatu, or eight-metalled, gate, said to have been brought from Delhi's Red Fort by Jawahar Singh in 1765 after his victory there. Coronations of the Jat rulers of Bharatpur were held at Jawahar Burj inside the walls.

Visitors can walk through multiple sections and explore the palace buildings and collections inside. The best time to visit is during the cooler months, as summer heat in this region becomes quite intense.

The northern Ashtadhatu Gate is made of eight metals and was brought from the Red Fort in Delhi by Jawahar Singh in 1765 after his victory there. The gate is listed as a Monument of National Importance.