Location :
On Delhi - Jaipur Highway, 11 km from Jaipur

About the Amer Fort :

Amber Fort, located in Amber 11 km from Jaipur, Rajasthan. It was the old fort of the Kachhwaha clan of Amber, which used to be the capital, till it was moved to Jaipur. The Amber Fort set in picturesque and rugged hills is a fascinating blend of Hindu and Mughal architecture. The fort is built with white marble and red sandstone and look even more attractive because of the Maota Lake in the foreground.

The best part of this tourist attraction situated on a crafty hill, is the royal elephant ride. The flawless beauty of the Fort can be enjoyed royally with an elephant ride. Amber/Amer Fort is the part of Jaipur and its royalty. A trip to Jaipur would be definitely incomplete, without the visit to this imperial Fort of Amber.

Attractions of the Amber Fort :

Kali Temple
Also known as Shila Devi Temple, forms the part of the Fort. It is renowned for its glorious past, huge silver lions and silver doors.

Diwan-I-Aam
Also known as "The Hall of Public Audiences". It is a pavilion with double row of columns. Ganesh Pol, another feature of the Fort, directs the way to the inhabited apartments of the King. It is intricately painted double-storeyed Ganesh Pol gate.

Jai Mandir
Also known as "The Hall of Victory" has a stunning ceiling comprised of mirror work and an inlaid panel. The Fort has numerous other halls and pavilions with their own specific attraction. It is perched on the upper floor, is a superb amalgam of Mughal and Rajput style of architecture. It has exquisite carved Jali screens, and fine mirror and stucco work

Climate :

Summers are quiet warm with temperature rising up to 45 'C and proper care should be taken of water intake to stay fit during these conditions. In winters days are usually fine but during the night time temperature might drop to about 3 'C.

Best time to visit :

Jaipur is during the months of October to February. During this period, the heat of the desert sun is less intense, the weather is cool and it is the best season for going sightseeing. The Elephant Festival and the Gangaur Festival are held in Jaipur at the tail end of March; another good reason to plan a trip as winter is on the wane and summer is yet to set in.

How To Reach Heritage Amber Fort Jaipur Rajasthan :

>> Air : - The Jaipur Airport is called Sanganer Airport . There are domestic flight connections to Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Jodhpur and Udaipur. There is a single international flight to Dubai.

>> Rail : - The train service to Jaipur is available from all the major parts of the country.

>> Road : - Jaipur can be accessed from all the major places in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Delhi and Mumbai by bus.