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Amer Fort Jaipur, also known as Amber Fort , is a historical fort situated in Amer , about 11 kilometres away from Jaipur, Rajasthan. The fort is situated on hills and offers a scenic view of Maota Lake. It is a popular tourist destination in Jaipur, known by various names like Amer ka Kila, Amber Palace, Amber Fort and Amer Palace. The history of the Amer Fort is filled with battles. Cannons currently placed inside the fort protected it during sieges. Amongst these, the ‘Annexation of Amer ’ is considered to be a pivotal one. This battle began on the 10th of November 1708, when the Mughal emperor Bahadur Shah began his march to Amer . He dethroned Maharaja Jai Singh and made Bijai Singh, the brother of Jai Singh the acting governor of Amer . This brought to an end, the sovereign rule of the Rajputs over Amer . Amer Fort , just outside Jaipur, is one of India’s most magnificent palaces and today, it’s one of the most visited sites on the Rajasthan tourist trail. History of Amer Fort The settlement at Amer was founded in the 10th century by Raja Alan Singh, and the fortress was originally begun in the 11th century by the Rajputs. Most of what is visible today, however, dates to the 16th and 17th centuries, when major works were completed by Raja Man Singh I. Whilst technically a fort , much of the ... Amber Fort is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a key attraction of Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. Learn about its construction, architecture, attractions, light show and elephant ride.
