Raibania Fort
Fort
Raibania Fort
Raibania Fort is a group of ancient forts located in Balasore district, Odisha, considered the largest medieval fort complex in eastern India. Built during the reign of the Eastern Ganga ruler Narasingha Deva I in the 13th century, the fort served as a crucial military stronghold protecting the region from invasions by Mughals, Afghans, and Marathas.
The fort complex features unique architectural elements such as three massive fortification walls separated by moats and was constructed using laterite blocks in a pyramid-like structure with a triangular cross-section.
Historically, it was a training center for soldiers and cavalry and played an important role in the defense of the region. According to local mythology, Raibania was linked to the Mahabharata era as the capital of King Veerat, where the Pandavas stayed during their exile. The site includes remnants like gateways, granaries, and temples dedicated to local deities, and though partly ruined, it stands as a symbol of Odisha's military strength and cultural heritage.
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Raibania Fort is located in Balasore, Odisha.
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