The honey-gold hill fort above Maota Lake — Jaipur's grandest sight.
Amer Fort is in Jaipur. Entry is ₹100 for Indian visitors. It opens about 8:00 am to 5:30 pm. With an evening sound-and-light show. Open all week. The best time is Arrive at opening to beat the coaches. Morning light is gentle on the walls.
| Key fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Built | from 1592 |
| Built by | Raja Man Singh I; expanded by Jai Singh II |
| Style | Rajput–Mughal (sandstone & marble) |
| Status | UNESCO World Heritage (Hill Forts of Rajasthan) |
| Location | Amer, 11 km from Jaipur |
Amer Fort rises on a wooded hill above Maota Lake. 11 km from Jaipur's old city. Raja Man Singh I began it around 1592. And later rulers. Especially Jai Singh II. Expanded its courtyards and palaces over the next century.
Behind the tough ramparts lies delicate Rajput. Mughal artistry — mirror halls. Painted gates and marble screens. The fort is part of the UNESCO Hill Forts of Rajasthan. The single most-visited sight in Jaipur.
Sources: Rajasthan Tourism · Amer Fort — Wikipedia · UNESCO — Hill Forts of Rajasthan.
What makes it special, and what to look for.
Key facts and figures — every data point links to its source.
| Detail | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Begun | 1592, by Man Singh I | Wikipedia |
| Layout | Four levels of courtyards | Wikipedia |
| Material | Red sandstone & marble | Wikipedia |
| Overlooks | Maota Lake | Wikipedia |
| Distance from Jaipur | 11 km (6.8 mi) | Wikipedia |
| Capital until | 1727 | Wikipedia |
| UNESCO listing | 2013 | UNESCO |
| Group | Hill Forts of Rajasthan | UNESCO |
| Linked fort | Jaigarh, above | Wikipedia |
| Cooling palace | Sukh Niwas | Wikipedia |
| Fort shrine | Sila Devi temple | Wikipedia |
| Setting | Aravalli hills | Wikipedia |
Man Singh I began the fort in 1592. It rose on an older site. Successive rulers expanded it.
Red sandstone and marble build it. The palace has four levels. Each has its own courtyard.
It overlooks Maota Lake below. The fort sits 11 kilometres from Jaipur. Aravalli hills rise around it.
The capital moved to Jaipur in 1727. A hidden passage climbs to Jaigarh. The two forts worked as one.
UNESCO listed it in 2013. It joined the Hill Forts of Rajasthan. Six forts share that listing.
A hidden passage climbs to Jaigarh. It let royals retreat in danger. The two forts linked as one.
The Sukh Niwas stayed cool cleverly. Water ran down marble channels. Breezes crossed the wet stone.
Sources: Rajasthan Tourism · Amer Fort — Wikipedia · UNESCO — Hill Forts of Rajasthan.
Room by room, and detail by detail.
Sources: Rajasthan Tourism · Amer Fort — Wikipedia · UNESCO — Hill Forts of Rajasthan.
| When | What happened |
|---|---|
| 1592 | Raja Man Singh begins the fort. |
| 1600s | Later rulers expand the palaces. |
| 1727 | The capital shifts to new Jaipur. |
| 2013 | UNESCO lists it among Rajasthan's forts. |
Sources: Rajasthan Tourism · Amer Fort — Wikipedia · UNESCO — Hill Forts of Rajasthan.
Fees and timings change from time to time. Confirm on the official site before you go.
| Visitor | Ticket |
|---|---|
| Indian | ₹100 |
| Indian student | ₹20 |
| Foreign tourist | ₹500 |
| Foreign student | ₹150 |
| Children under 7 | Free |
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Opening hours | About 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, with an evening sound-and-light show. |
| Weekly closing | Open all week. |
| Best time to visit | Arrive at opening to beat the coaches. Morning light is gentle on the walls. |
| How long to allow | Allow about two hours for the fort. |
Sources: Rajasthan Tourism · Amer Fort — Wikipedia · UNESCO — Hill Forts of Rajasthan.
| Detail | |
|---|---|
| From Jaipur | ~11 km north; a short cab or auto ride |
| Up the hill | Walk, jeep or the ceremonial elephant ride to the gate |
| Mode | Best for | Book / source |
|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Air | Reaching Jaipur from afar | IndiGo |
| 🚆 Rail | Trains across India | IRCTC |
| 🚕 Taxi / app cab | Door-to-door comfort | Uber / Ola |
| 🛺 Auto-rickshaw | Short local hops | meter / app |
Plan around India's seasons. Arrive at opening to beat the coaches. Morning light is gentle on the walls.
| Season | Weather | Verdict |
|---|---|---|
| 🍂 Oct–Mar | Cool, dry, pleasant | Best time to visit |
| ☀️ Apr–Jun | Hot on the plains | Go early; carry water |
| 🌧️ Jul–Sep | Warm, monsoon showers | Fewer crowds, green views |
Base yourself in Jaipur to visit with ease. It has stays for every budget. Book ahead in the cool season. Compare hotels on Booking.com. Find homes on Airbnb. See our Jaipur guide for the best areas.
Beat the tour buses and the midday heat.
Consider a jeep instead of the elephant ride up.
A good guide brings the history alive.
Shade can be limited here.
| Item | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| 🎫 Entry (Indian) | ₹100 |
| 🎫 Entry (foreign) | Free |
| 🧑🏫 Local guide | ₹300–800 for a tour |
| 📷 Camera / video | Often a small extra fee |
| 🚕 Transport | ₹100–500 by auto or cab |
Costs are indicative. Confirm official rates on site.
Pair Amer Fort with sights close by. Together they make a full, rewarding day. Start early to beat the crowds and heat.
Indian visitors pay ₹100 and foreign visitors ₹500. Indian students pay ₹20. Under-7s are free.
It is open daily from about 8 AM to 5:30 PM. With an evening sound-and-light show.
It is about 11 km north of the old. City — a short cab or auto ride. Then a walk or jeep up the hill.
Yes. It is Jaipur's grandest sight and a UNESCO-listed hill fort.
Two to three hours to see the palaces. Views without rushing.
Arrive at opening to beat the coaches. Morning light is gentle on the walls.
You can also visit Jaigarh Fort. Panna Meena ka Kund, Jaipur guide.
Stay in Jaipur. See our Jaipur guide.
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