Amber Fort

Amber Fort Jaipur is located Amer is placed at a distance of 11 km from Jaipur city. Amber was the capital of the Kachhawaha till Jaipur was made the official capital in 1727. Amber is generally pronounced as Amer. It is situated about 10 km away from Jaipur on Jaipur-New Delhi road. It was governed by Kachawaha rulers and also was the capital of old Dhundar state of Jaipur. The town was originally named Ambikeshwara and was later abridged to Amber or Amer.

Establishment of this fort was done in 16th century and was initiated during the reign of Raja Man Singh. Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the founder and the ruler of Jaipur city under his resign the fort was personalized. . Construction of the Fort was started by Raja Man Singh I in the year 1592. The Amber fort was built by Raja Man Singh in the 16th century and was completed by Sawai Jai Singh in the 18th Century. Amber Fort was completed within two centuries by consistence efforts of three consequent kings following Raja Man Singh.

Major attractions of Amer are : Diwan-e-Aam, Diwan-e-Khaas, Ganesh Pol, Jaleb Chowk, Singh Pol, Jai Mandir, Yash Mandir, Sukh Mandir, Sheesh Mahal (Hall of Mirrors), Suhag Mandir, Shila Devi Temple, Bhool Bhulaiya, and Zanana Dyodhi .

Initially, the palaces at Amber were constructred by Raja Bharmal in 1558 and his successor Raja Man Singh. Later on their descendents added some structures. Some of the structures get destroyed with the time and some of the structures changed. But most of the structure is preserved and is now maintained by the state government. The Amber fort as it exists today has been shaped by mainly Raja Man Singh, Jai Singh I, and Jai Singh II.

Amber palace complex mainly includes Jaleb Chowk, Singh Pol, Diwan-e-Aam, Diwan-e-Khaas, Ganesh Pol, Yash Mandir, Sukh Mandir, Suhag Mandir, Shila Devi temple, Baradari, Bhool Bhulaiya, and Zanana Dyodi (women’s apartments). Indian Vastu can be practically approached if one experiences the Jaipur tour. And the architectural excellence and fabulous stone carving work accomplished manually at Amber palace around four centuries back.

There were two ways to reach the Amber fort as it is situated on a hill. One was for elephant riding, and another was walk-way which was in natural raw shape of hill and rock way. Now, the walk-way is modified in shape of new cemented staircases. Now, one road from bottom of the hill to Amber fort for vehicles also has been constructed, but to enjoy the trip of Amber fort, the walk-way or elephant riding is most preferable. Riding an elephant uphill seems a cliche for tourists. But it really helps feeling the ambience and plunging deeper in India. The elephant ride offers a skyline view of the Pink city and a mesmerizing sight over Maotha Lake. We can choose a guide to assist, or an audio guide is even a good option which is available at the doorstep of the.

Amber Fort History:
The Amber Palace, India was constructed by the Raja Man Singh I who is one of the Navaratnas of Emperor Akbar. This palace has an amazing combination of the Hindu and Mughal architectural styles. This fort is built with white marble, pink and pale yellow sandstone.

Amber Fort is considered as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This magnificent fort got its name from Goddess Ambe and its prime deity is Meena dynasty. The Amer Fort contains four levels that are graced with their courtyards. Furthermore, it consists of main complexes such as Diwan-e-Khas – a hall for private audience, Diwan-e-Aam – a hall for public audience where the kings had listened to the queries of common men, the Sukh Niwas – a complex which had natural air conditioning due to the wind which blew across a water area built within the premises, the Mirror Palace or Sheesh Mahal– contains colored glasses and mirror mosaics all over, and the Jai Mandir. In addition to it, Kesar Kyaari is a Mughal Garden. It is located on the Maota Lake and is formed in a star shape. It is believed that the saffron flowers were planted in this garden. Also, the view of Maota Lake looks splendid from the Amer Fort.

Apart from this, the most popular attraction of this fort is the ‘Magic Flower’ that is carved on a marble panel on the pillar of the Sheesh Mahal. Here, seven delightful designs are carved on it including lion’s tail, hooded cobra, a lotus, an elephant, trunk, scorpion, cob or corn, and fishtail. Tourists can also indulge in some artwork and handicraft shopping at the local shops and stalls in Amer town.

Sound & Light Show at Amber Fort
Another interesting activity during the night tours is attending the light and sound show. You move away from the fort and are seated at a location which is rightly distanced from the fort to give you a complete view of it.
The light and sound show includes the local folklores, tales and myths and slowly accelerate to the history of the fort itself. It reads the chronicles of the kings and the sagas of the wars that were fought. Assimilate the glory of the Rajputana and the royal lives they led.