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Among the most remarkable features of Gwalior Fort are the massive Jain sculptures carved directly into the cliff faces along the approaches to the fort. Dating from the 7th to 15th centuries, these include images of all 24 Jain tirthankaras, with the largest figures standing over 57 feet (17 metres) tall. The most impressive group is found along the Urwahi route on the southern face. Many sculptures were severely damaged when Babur ordered their destruction in 1527 — faces and limbs were hacked off, though some were later partially restored. The surviving and restored sculptures remain one of the finest collections of Jain art in India, attracting pilgrims and art historians from around the world.

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