Amber Fort Rajasthan India
The Amer Fort, located on the top of the Aravalli Hill, in the Pink City of Jaipur, is one of the most magnificent palaces in India. Also commonly known as the Amber Fort, this majestic building with its maze-like passages and serpentine staircases is an architectural masterpiece and holds significant importance in Indian history. Only 11 kilometers away from the capital city of Jaipur, Amer Fort is made of pink and yellow sandstone and is part of an extensive complex. Built in the year 1592 by one of Akbar's most trusted generals, Maharaja Man Singh I, Amer Fort served as the main residence of the Rajput rulers.
The Amer Fort with its large ramparts, numerous gateways and paved paths overlooks the Maotha Lake in the city of Amer, which served as the capital of the then princely state of Jaipur. The fort is so large that it will take you at least two to three hours to explore it in detail, and you can take advantage of audio guides to take you through this fascinating building explaining the history of the place. Taking an elephant ride on the steps of Amer Fort is also a popular tourist activity. The fort sees over five thousand visitors day to day and in real spirit, the Amer Fort was united in the UNESCO World Heirloom Site list as part of the "Hill Forts of Rajasthan" along with five other forts.
Timings : 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Light Show timings: English: 7:30 PM, Hindi: 8:00 PM
Entry Fee : Indian National: INR 50,
Students: INR 10,
Foreign Nationals: INR 250 , Foreigm with School id 100 Rupeas
Elephant Ride for two at Amer Palace: INR ....................1100