Amer Fort

The structure, which is today known as Amer Fort or Amber Fort, was initially a palace complex within the original fort of Amer, today known as Jaigarh Fort.

Connected with Amer through fortified passages, Jaigarh Fort is located on a hill above the Amer complex, and is constructed of red sandstone and white marble.

It overlooks Maotha Lake, and was reputed to be the treasure vault of the Kacchwaha rulers.

Today, tourists can ride up to the fort from the base of the hill on elephants. On the ride, one can see the skyline of Jaipur, Maotha lake, and the original city walls.

The fort can be toured with a guide or on one's own.

One of the most striking parts of the fort is the Hall of Mirrors. Tour guides tell visitors that when the palace was occupied by royalty, the hall could be lit at night by a single candle because of all the tiny, intricate mirrors.