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The fort is believed to have existed in the mythological times of the Mahabharata. In the 11th century, it was upgraded by Maharaja Vijay Pal. Inside the fort there are stone gravings and a number of statues. Four lakes surround the fort, adding it to its visual appeal.
Vijaygarh Fort is a historic hill fort located near Mau Kalan village in the Chatra block of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India. The fort is situated approximately 30 kilometres southeast of Robertsganj near the Dhandhraul Dam on the Chatra–Siltham road. Located within the rugged terrain of the Kaimur Range, the fort is known for its archaeological remains, rock inscriptions, perennial ponds, temples, cave paintings, and its association with the Hindi fantasy novel Chandrakanta by Devaki Nandan Khatri.
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Eco Valley
A lookout and a picnic area. Great views of the Son Valley.
The 25 hectare park contains fossils of stromatolites, algae and ancient trees that are around 1.4 billion years old, dating to the Proterozoic period. For science lovers, it is a wonderful place but the park is not well maintained by the locals. Signs, guides and basic amenities are limited. The tourism potential of the site is untapped, making it for now, off the beaten track.
The split stone structure has its origin in a folklore love story. The hero Veer Lorik demonstrates his love for Manjari by cutting the stone with his sword in a single swipe.