Iconic forts of Jaipur with a visit to handicraft emporium
Iconic forts of Jaipur with a visit to handicraft emporium
Iconic forts of Jaipur with a visit to handicraft emporium
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This tour is crafted for travelers who are interested in the Royal History of Jaipur. The tour covers three of the most famous Fort of the Pink city. These forts were used by the royal family over a different era. Each fort has unique characteristics and offers numerous stories to avid travelers.
Tour starts with a visit to Amber fort, located in the old city of Amer. The fort has been featured in many Bollywood movies and is one of the best-preserved Heritage in Jaipur. The Fort offers a great view of Amer city and Medieval Ruins. There are few temples in the Fort complex which give deep insight about local culture.
Then you visit Fort of Nahargarh, another gem of monuments. Fort houses famous Indian stepwell and also have ART installation by famous artists around the world. Jaigarh fort is famous for the largest wheeled Cannon ever made.
You also visit Handicraft emporium where you get to see local artisans in action.
Itinerary
Amber Palace
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Not IncludedAmer fort is known for its artistic style elements, is perhaps one of the best fort palace preserved in India. The fort was built on a high hill and it overlooks Maota Lake which makes it look unrealistically beautiful. The four-level fort was constructed of red sandstone and marble with a courtyard on each level, Diwan-e-Aam, or "Hall of Public Audience", the Diwan-e-Khas, or "Hall of Private Audience", the Sheesh Mahal (mirror palace), or Jai Mandir, and the Sukh Niwas. Amer Fort was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the group Hill Forts of Rajasthan. The fort has some influence from Persian culture, it's a unique design where Persian architecture is mixed with Hindu architecture.Nahargarh Fort
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Not IncludedOriginally named as Sudarshangarh and now known as Nahargarh fort is a must visit. Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, the king of Jaipur built the fort in 1734. Few scenes from the movies like Rang De Basanti, Shuddh Desi Romance, and Sonar Kella were shot in the fort, yes it’s that fort. The view of Jaipur city from Nahargarh is all that you would want to see. The Fort has 2 stepwells, which gives great location for photography. The Fort also houses various ART installation by famous artists all around, which gives plenty of subjects for your photography.Jaigarh Fort
30 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedOverlooking the Amer Fort and the Maota Lake, Jaigarh is situated above the Cheel ka Teela (Hill of Eagles) the Aravalli range. To protect the Amer Fort, Jaigarh was built by Jai Singh II in 1726 and is interconnected; hence the look of two forts is similar. The world biggest cannon on wheels- the Jai Ban is positioned here. The fort has a beautiful view of Aravalli hills and Sagar Lake and also has two temples from the 10th and 12thcentury.Jaipur Hand Crafts
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedWelcome to one of the largest Handicraft Emporium, you would be amazed by the kind of collection they have. You will get to witness; Block Painting, Indian carpet weaving, sculptor, Painters, Marble carver, and goldsmiths. Get to learn about local artist and local way of leaving here.
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