Navratangarh Fort

Category:B (Major Heritage Site)
Block: Sisai
Distance from District HQ: Approx. 40 km
Coordinates:23.109832° N, 84.786218° E

Legacy of the Nagvanshi Dynasty

Introduction
Located in Nagar village of Sisai block, the Navratangarh Fort—also locally known as Doyasagarh—is an iconic symbol of the medieval Nagvanshi dynasty, who ruled large parts of the Chotanagpur plateau. Built between 1636–1640 CE by King Durjan Shah, the fort served as the capital of the dynasty and stands as a rich architectural and cultural heritage site in Jharkhand.

About the Place
This five-storey fort, though partially sunken today (with four levels visible), was a marvel of medieval engineering. Each floor featured nine rooms, and the premises include the Queen’s Palace, treasury, royal courtroom, and temples like the Jagannath and Durga Mandir. A special tunnel from the palace to the Queen’s bathing pond exemplifies the architectural finesse. The fort’s outer walls, guardrooms, and temple relics reflect Mughal and tribal design synergy. Today, it is recognized as a national heritage site by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) since 2009.

Importance and Highlights

• Tourism Value: A vital stop for heritage tourists, historians, and researchers exploring dynastic architecture in Jharkhand.
• Heritage Significance: Highlights the rule and lifestyle of the Nagvanshi kings; features architectural elements like lime mortar, red laheri bricks, and Indo-Mughal design.
• Cultural Importance: The fort complex was a hub for royal rituals, festivals, and strategic governance.

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