Amber Fort


  • Amber Fort
  • Amber Fort and adjoining lake
  • Aerial view of Amber Fort
  • Ganesh Pol at Amber Fort
  • Sheesh Mahal or mirror palace at Amber Fort
  • Interiors of Sheesh Mahal
  • Intricately carved marble columns at amber fort
  • Diwan i Am Amber Fort
  • Amber Fort Diwan i Khaas
  • Aram Bagh in the Amber Fort
  • Maota lake

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About Amber Fort



One of the must visited places when you are in Rajasthan, the Amber Fort stands perched atop a cliff beside the Jaipur Delhi Highway. The architecture is a fine blend of the Mughal and Rajput schools of architecture, beautifully combining white marble and redstone. The beautiful Maota Lake lends the majestic structure a splendid view. The sturdy ramparts and the lovely palaces make Amber Fort one of the prime attractions of the state.

The Shila Mata Temple or the Kali Temple is located within the fort precincts. Shila Mata is the family deity of the Kachhawaha Rajput royals. The black stone idol of the Goddess is believed to have been imported from East Bengal.

The Amber Palace is a magnificent structure built within the Amber Fort. Large, sprawling gardens, grand chambers and large rooms, a rich decoration and excellent planning mark the construction of the Amber Palace. Built by Man Singh I, a Rajput ruler of Jaipur belonging to the Kachwaha clan and a general in the Mughal army, the Amber Palace boasts of spectacular structures such as the Ganesh Pole, Jai Mandir, Sheesh Mahal and Sukh Niwas. These are all historic monuments, opulent in their designing and lavished with various decorative devises. Amber Palace boasts of the dazzling Seesh Mahal, the hall of Mirrors and Jai Mandir (Temple Of Victory). In the Sukh Niwas Palace, an ingenious use of the natural water flow to recreate an air conditioning effect may be seen.

Location



Amber Fort is located at a distance of about 11 km from Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan.

Best Time to Visit



If you do not want to be a victim of the scorching heat, better book your trip in between October and March. These six months are the best time to visit this state. In fact, the weather becomes so pleasant that you will surely have a nice experience of the trip.

How to Reach



Being only 11 km away from the Jaipur city, this attraction is something you should not miss out. You can book a cab from the city. To make your trip enough memorable, you can even take the elephant ride to reach the fort. However, for the elephant ride, you will have to reach early in the morning.

Location of Amer Fort, Jaipur, Rajasthan




Amber Fort - Entry Fee, Timing, Address, Official Website

AddressDelhi Road, Amber City 11km, Jaipur, Rajasthan - 302001
Entry FeeRs. 100 per person for Indians
Rs. 500 per person for foreign tourists
Rs. 10 per person for Indian students
Rs. 100 per person for foreign students
Timing8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Light Shows (7.00 PM to 9.00 PM)
Phone No (Official)+91-141-2530293
Official Websitewww.amberfort.org
PhotographyAllowed
Nearest railway stationMerta road jn railway station


Last Updated on : September 29, 2016