Fortification wall of Rohtas Fort
Bastions,Battlements,Terraces and Terrains
The height of the outer wall varies between 10 and 18 metres. Its thickness
varies between 10 and 13 metres. The wall has 2 or 3 terraces and varies in
thickness, the maximum being 13 metres near the Mori Gate. The terraces are
linked by staircases. The topmost terrace has merlon-shaped battlements.
Muskets can be fired from these battlements. Soldiers could also pour molten
lead over the walls.The wall is built in sandstone laid in lime mortar mixed with brick. The gates are in grey ashlar masonry. Some portions have been built using burnt brick.
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