Founded by Ruler Man Singh of Chanda dynasty , located on a hill and with an area of approx 4 sq. kilometres, Amer Fort/ Amber Fort is a beautiful historic fort located in Amer, Rajasthan, India and is situated at approx 12 km from the capital city of the State of Rajasthan. Amer/Amber got its name from the Ambikeshwar Temple. Ambikashwara is a local name for Lord Shiva.
Amer Fort is known for its artistic style elements. With its large ramparts and series of gates and cobbled paths, the fort overlooks Maota Lake, which is the main source of water for the Amer Palace.
The magical constructions have been made with red sandstone and white marbles, this attractive palace has four levels each having a separate courtyard.
It consists of the Diwan-e-Aam, the Hall of Public Audience, the Diwan-e-Khas, the Hall of Private Audience, the Sheesh Mahal- mirror palace, and Sukh Niwas. Interestingly this Sukh Niwas has been made to keep it cool at all times through an artificial and artistic arrangement where the winds that blow over a water cascade absorb the heat while passing through the palace.
Timings to Visit the Fort:
8:30 to 9:15pm
Ticket price:
Entry to Fort is Free for first level.
For going to other levels, you have to pay:
Rs. 100 per person ( all levels inclusive)
Rs. 550 for foreigners
Rs. 20 for students
Special attaraction: There is a special light and sound show that is held everyday in the evening.
