Amber Fort India

Constructed of red sandstone and marble, this beautiful fort sits high above Maota Lake.

Photo by Cristian Ungureanu

A bit of history...

Amer Fort or Amber Fort is a fort located in Amer, Rajasthan, India. Amer is a town located near Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. Located high on a hill, it is the main tourist attraction in Jaipur. Amer Fort is known for its artistic style including its large ramparts and series of gates and cobbled paths. The fort overlooks Maota Lake, which is the main source of water for the Amer Palace.

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