Jaigarh Fort


  • Jaigarh Fort Jaipur
  • Jaigarh Fort entrance gate
  • Beautiful view of Charbagh and Jaigarh fort compound
  • View of Jaigarh Fort boundary wall
  • Giant Jaivana cannon at Jaigarh Fort
  • An antique cannon inside Jaigarh Fort
  • Water tank at Jaigarh Fort
  • Charbagh garden at Jaigarh Fort
  • Shri Rama Hari Har Temple at Jaigarh Fort
  • Idols inside Shri Rama Hari Har Temple
  • Lakshmi Vilas Palace
  • Gallery inside the dining hall of Jaigarh Fort depicting the royal kings dining
  • Detailed windows at Jaigarh Fort
  • Subhat Niwas or Assembly Hall

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About Jaigarh Fort



The Jaigarh Fort, built by Maharaja Jai Singh II in the 18th Century, is a magnificent palace located on the "Cheel ka Teela" (Hill of the Eagle) promontory of the Aravallis in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Designed by an architect named Vidyadhar, the fort was built to depict the affluent culture of the city of Jaipur. Since the fort is located on an altitude, the entire city of Jaipur can be seen from the top. It mainly served as the residential building of the kings but later on, was also used as the artillery warehouse.

Jaigarh Fort has a rich history behind it. During the Mughal period, Jaigarh Fort, located 150 miles away from the capital, became one of the main cannon foundries due to abundance of arms and ammunition there. It was also a storage place for arms, ammunition and other important requirements of war. It was looked after by Dara Shikoh, but when he was defeated by Aurangzeb, the fort came under the rule of Jai Singh, who renovated and refurbished it. One interesting story goes with the history of the fort. According to folklore, the rulers buried a huge treasure in the soil of the Fort. However, the treasure was never recovered.

One can get a panoramic view of Jaipur from the fort, due to its location on top of a hill. Structurally, the fort looks like its immediate neighbour, Amber Fort, which is located almost 400 metres down a common road. Otherwise known as the Victory Fort, this huge structure is 3 km in length and 1 km in width. The outer layers of the fort are made of red sandstone and the internal layout is quite interesting, with a beautiful square garden at the centre.

There are huge court rooms and halls provided with screened windows. The fort encloses the largest cannon in the world, called the Jaivana, which is kept on wheels. The grand palace complex consists of Laxmi Vilas, Vilas Mandir, Lalit Mandir and the Aram Mandir, which used to be the residences of the royal family during the reign of the kings. Two vintage temples have increased the attraction of the fort, one being the Ram Hari Har temple built in the 10th Century, and the Kal Bhairav Temple, built in the 12th Century.

The fort is well protected from all sides with high walls. There is an armory and a hall for the warriors, along with a museum that preserves old clothes, manuscripts, weapons and artworks of the Rajputs. One can find a watch tower at the centre, which provides a beautiful view of the landscape around. The adjoining fort of Amber is connected to the Jaigarh fort through a secret subterranean passage. It was designed for emergency escapes of the ladies and children. There is a central water reservoir in the fort to provide water to the Amber Fort.

Location



The Jaigarh Fort is conveniently located at Amber, which is roughly 14 km from the centre of the city of Jaipur.

Best Time to Visit



The best time to be in the city is between October and March. The weather becomes quite pleasant during this time of the year, which will enable you to witness the beauty of the city and its attractions properly.

How to Reach



Jaigarh Fort may be reached from Jaipur at ease by road. One may take a taxi or cab, and even frequent buses run by Rajasthan Road Transport Corporation are available. The buses are well-furnished, with comfortable seats and air conditioning. One may also take an auto-rickshaw, which will charge not less than Rs. 500. Sometimes, tourists opt for one of the several packages offered by the travel guides, which includes a whole-day excursion to all the three forts nearby: the Jaigarh Fort, the Nahargarh fort and the Amber Fort.

Address Jaigarh Fort, Amer, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302013, India
Entry FeeRs. 35 per person for Indians
Rs. 85 per person for Foreign Tourists
Timings9:00 hours - 16:30 hours
Phone No (Official) +91-141-2671848
+91-141-5110598
Photography Allowed


Last Updated on : October 25, 2016