Amber Town

Drive to the ancient capital of Amber to see the fabulous Amber Fort situated on a ridge just outside Jaipur city. Maharaja Mansingh, Mughal Emperor Akbar's most successful General, started the construction of Amber Fort in the 17th century. Before the City Palace was constructed in Jaipur, Amber was the seat of power. The fort is surrounded by fortified battlements and overlooks the Moat Lake. Ruins and remains are spread over the Aravalli hills and sprawling crenelated walls lattice the surrounding area. Ascend the fort in jeeps arriving at the main gate. Tour the chambers and hallways of the palace, famous for the excellence of its design and decoration. The town around Amber Fort consists of beautiful small temples and a step well called Panna Meena. Amber was a flourishing settlement originally occupied by the Meena tribe. Explore this atmospheric ancient town as you pass numerous historic temples, havelis, and water harvesting structures amidst the natural beauty of Aravali mountain range.