The Garland Forts of Jaipur

Amer, Jaigarh and Nahargarh!! These forts, though built at different periods, are so located that they seemed to be stringed together.

Amer Fort

Nahargarh or the Tiger Fort is the first of the three forts. Built mainly in 1734, it lies in the north west of city palace and renders some stunning views of the city below. The view at night is in fact mesmerizing with thousands of ignited lamps and lights. A royal retreat for Maharanis and personal treasury for many years is now a favorite monsoon picnic spot for the city dwellers and sightseeing point for tourists. Durg- a cafeteria is also popular for its coffee, cuisines and beautiful seating arrangement that gives a magnificent vista to the guests while dining.

Jaigarh, the fort of victoryis a rugged fort built in 1726by Sawai Jai Singh. It was the the royal treasury for several years. This outstanding accomplishment of martial structural design stands amid thorn-scrub covered Aravalli hills with the steep road that is great to gaze up and down. The fort is time-honored for the Jaivana cannon, considered the largest cannon in the world. Jaivana, the principal cannon on wheels in the planet, is one of the key eye pullers of Jaigarh Fort. Superstructure at a commanding height, the cannon is perched with view of the entire city. The intricate water supply and storage system at Jaigarh makes it a place of interest for tourists.

There is a lot more to Amer other than its statuesque Fort. Set in a picturesque location, Amer is a fascinating blend of Hindu and muslim architecture. Amber is the classic and romantic fort-palace with a magnificent aura. The interior wall of the palace depicts expressive painting scenes with carvings, precious stones and mirror settings. In the foreground is the Maotha Lake, providing a breathtaking look. Built over the remnants of an earlier structure, the palace complex which stands today was commenced under the reign of Raja Man Singh II in 16th century. One of the most striking parts of the fort is the Hall of Mirrors. The hall could be lit at night by a single candle because of all the tiny, intricate mirrors. Jai Mandir, Sukh Niwas, Ganesh Pol are some other prominent areas to admire for their sheer beauty….

Amazing yet fact, the magnificence of these three forts stringed like a garland, is no lesser than a fairy tale of kings and queens popularly known as the legacy of Jaipur which has been attracting visitors from across the world for their magnificence, the momentousness and the milieu during different seasons. One can also enjoy a breathtaking view of surrounding areas from the fort complexes. Don’t forget to pay a visit to the majestic Forts of Nahargarh, Jaigarh and Amer while you are in Jaipur.