Jaigarh Fort is in Jaipur. Entry is ₹35 for Indian visitors. It opens about 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Open all week. The best time is Mid-morning. On the way down from Nahargarh or up to Amer.
| Key fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Built | 1726 |
| Built by | Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II |
| Feature | Jaivana cannon |
| Purpose | Guarded Amer Fort below |
| Location | Cheel ka Teela hill, Amer |
Jaigarh Fort stands on the 'Hill of Eagles' directly above Amer. Built in 1726 by Sawai Jai Singh II to protect the palace below. Rugged and military, it was a cannon foundry and treasury.
Its most famous resident is Jaivana. Once the largest wheeled cannon in the world. Ramparts. Water tanks and sturdy gates make it a rewarding, less-crowded stop.
Sources: Rajasthan Tourism · Jaigarh Fort — Wikipedia.
What makes it special, and what to look for.
Key facts and figures — every data point links to its source.
| Detail | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Built | 1726, by Sawai Jai Singh II | Wikipedia |
| Length | 3 km north–south | Wikipedia |
| Width | 1 km | Wikipedia |
| Above Amer | about 400 m | Wikipedia |
| Jaivana cannon weight | 50 tonnes | Wikipedia |
| Jaivana barrel | 6.15 m long | Wikipedia |
| Cast | 1720 | Wikipedia |
| Material | Red sandstone | Wikipedia |
| Note | Tunnel-linked to UNESCO Amer | Wikipedia |
| Jaivana bore | 28 cm | Wikipedia |
| Test fire | 50 kg ball, 1720 | Wikipedia |
| Foundry | cast the fort's guns | Wikipedia |
| Built on | 11th-century foundations | Wikipedia |
| History | never captured | Wikipedia |
| Water | vast rain-fed tanks | Wikipedia |
| Role | Amer's arsenal & mint | Wikipedia |
| Name means | fort of victory | Wikipedia |
| Held | the Kachhwaha treasury | Wikipedia |
| Twin of | Amer, just below | Wikipedia |
Jai Singh II built the fort in 1726. It runs 3 kilometres north to south. It is about 1 kilometre wide.
The fort guards Amer from above. It sits some 400 metres higher. A tunnel links the two.
Its Jaivana cannon was cast in 1720. It weighs about 50 tonnes. Its barrel is 6.15 metres long.
The cannon was fired only once. A foundry here forged the guns. Red sandstone builds the ramparts.
The fort was an arsenal and mint. Its foundry cast heavy cannon. The Jaivana was its masterpiece.
That gun's bore is 28 centimetres. Its single test used a 50 kg ball. It never fired in war.
Great tanks stored the rainwater. Each monsoon refilled them. That let the fort outlast sieges.
The fort was Jaipur's strong room. Legends tell of hidden treasure. A 1970s search found nothing.
It crowns the hills above Amer. A secret passage joins the two. Together they formed one stronghold.
Its foundry made the state's cannon. Iron ore fed the great furnace. The Jaivana was its proudest work.
The ramparts run for kilometres. Watchtowers punctuate the walls. The scale is genuinely vast.
A garden and pavilion crown it. They look over a small lake. It is a quiet, breezy spot.
Sources: Rajasthan Tourism · Jaigarh Fort — Wikipedia.
Room by room, and detail by detail.
Sources: Rajasthan Tourism · Jaigarh Fort — Wikipedia.
| When | What happened |
|---|---|
| 11th c. | An early fort rises on the site. |
| 1720 | The Jaivana cannon is cast. |
| 1726 | Jai Singh II expands the fort. |
| 2013 | Amer, linked below, is UNESCO-listed. |
| 1658 | Held during a Mughal war. |
Sources: Rajasthan Tourism · Jaigarh Fort — Wikipedia.
Fees and timings change from time to time. Confirm on the official site before you go.
| Visitor | Ticket |
|---|---|
| Indian | ₹35 |
| Foreign tourist | ₹85 |
| Children under 7 | Free |
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Opening hours | About 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. |
| Weekly closing | Open all week. |
| Best time to visit | Mid-morning, on the way down from Nahargarh or up to Amer. |
| How long to allow | One to two hours suits most visits. |
Sources: Rajasthan Tourism · Jaigarh Fort — Wikipedia.
| Detail | |
|---|---|
| Location | On the ridge directly above Amer Fort |
| Combine | Links with Amer and Nahargarh on one drive |
| 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. Mid-morning. On the way down from Nahargarh or up to Amer.
| 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.
Combine with Amer and Nahargarh in one drive.
It is quieter than nearby Amer Fort.
Arrive at opening time. You beat crowds, and heat.
A good guide brings the history alive.
Shade can be limited here.
| Item | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| 🎫 Entry (Indian) | ₹35 |
| 🎫 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 Jaigarh Fort with sights close by. Together they make a full, rewarding day. Start early to beat the crowds and heat.
Indian visitors pay about ₹35 and foreign visitors about ₹85. Under-7s are free.
It is open daily from about 9 AM to 5 PM.
The Jaivana cannon. Once the largest wheeled cannon in the world.
It sits on the ridge directly above Amer Fort. Was built to protect it.
Yes. Especially if you like military history. Quiet ramparts with views.
Location: On the ridge directly above Amer Fort; Combine: Links, Amer. Nahargarh on one drive.
Mid-morning. On the way down from Nahargarh or up to Amer.
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