At a glance
- Capital: the Kachhwahas ruled from Amer until Sawai Jai Singh II moved the capital to Jaipur, citing a growing population and a shortage of water.
- Before the Kachhwahas: Amer was held by Meena chiefs.
- Heritage: one of the six UNESCO Hill Forts of Rajasthan (2013).
Facts
| Place | Amer, about 11 km from Jaipur, on a hill above Maota Lake |
|---|---|
| Builder | Man Singh I began the palace in 1592; Mirza Raja Jai Singh completed it |
| Style | A blend of Hindu and Mughal styles, in red sandstone and white marble |
Inside the fort
- Suraj Pol: the main entrance.
- Jaleb Chowk: the courtyard where soldiers gathered and armies paraded their spoils of war.
- Diwan-e-Aam: the hall of public audience.
- Sukh Niwas: a hall entered through a sandalwood door, cooled by water flowing in a channel.
- Sheesh Mahal (Jai Mandir): walls and ceilings set with mirrors.
Remember: often mixed up
- Amer or Amberone fort, two spellings.
- Amer or JaigarhJaigarh is the neighbouring fort, with the Jaiban cannon.
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