Garhwa Fort, Shankargarh, Uttar Pradesh
Garhwa Fort at Shankargarh is an 18th Century fort like construction which was probably created to enclose a group of ancient temples. Protection could have been the most possible motive for building the fort. Other reasons could be to keep a garrison of troops to protect as well as dominate the surrounding areas. How to reach Garhwa Fort, Shankargarh Highway Number 35 runs from Varanasi along the south of Ganga river till Prayagraj. From there is goes south to Jasra and Shankargarh. Prayagraj to Shankargarh is approximately 50 kms but will take two hours by car due to the traffic conditions during various times of the day. Highway No 35 further goes to Mau where there is a bridge to cross Yamuna River and then it goes to Chitrakoot and then further to Banda. The point where you reach Shankargarh there is a left turn going to the city and a right to the fort. The road going to the fort further goes towards the Yamuna River where there is a floating bridge. Howeve...