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 ... Only 11 kilometres away from Jaipur, Amer Fort is clad in pink and yellow sandstone and is a part of an extensive complex. Built by one of the most trusted generals of Akbar, Maharaja Man Singh I in the year 1592, Amer Fort served as the main residence of the Rajput Rulers. Amber Fort, also known as Amer Fort, stands majestically on a hilltop overlooking the Maota Lake in the city of Jaipur, Rajasthan . This stunning architectural marvel, built from pale yellow and pink sandstone and white marble, represents the grandeur of the Rajputana dynasty. 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 .
