LandmarksJaipur, Rajasthan
Hawa Mahal
Jaipur’s iconic ‘Palace of Winds’ with 953 latticed windows facing the bazaar.
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- Heritage
- Jaipur, Rajasthan
Amer Fort
A hilltop fort of red sandstone and marble overlooking Maota Lake outside Jaipur.
- 2–3 hours
- ₹200 Indians, ₹1,000 foreigners
- Jaipur
Overview
About Amer Fort
Amer Fort was the seat of the Kachwaha Rajputs before Jaipur was founded. Its layered courtyards blend Rajput and Mughal styles and are part of the UNESCO Hill Forts of Rajasthan.
The Sheesh Mahal, with thousands of tiny mirrors, glitters like a starry sky when lit by a single flame.
Why Visit
Why it’s worth your time
- UNESCO heritageOne of the Hill Forts of Rajasthan.
- Sheesh MahalThe famous mirror palace.
- Evening light showHistory told in sound and light.
Highlights
Don’t miss
- Sheesh Mahal
- Diwan-e-Aam
- Ganesh Pol gateway
- Maota Lake views
- Evening light & sound show
Things to Know
Plan your visit
- Timings
- 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM; night visit 6:30 – 9:15 PM
- Entry fee
- ₹200 Indians, ₹1,000 foreigners
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Good to know
- Composite ticket covers several Jaipur monuments
Best time to visit
Arrive at 8 AM before tour buses and heat.
Location
Where it is
Related Experiences
Make more of your visit
- Jaigarh connectionTunnel walk to Jaigarh Fort.
- Jeep ride upSkip the steep walk.
FAQs
Amer Fort FAQs
Can I combine Amer with Jaigarh and Nahargarh?
Yes — all three forts can be covered in one day with a car and guide.
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