Nahargarh Fort

Nahargarh Fort- built by Maharaja Jai Sawai Singh of Jaipur. The Fort stands at the top of rugged point of the Aravalis and offers a amazing view of the City. The fort was made to serve as a means of supporting the security of Amer.

The term “Nahargarh” literally means “the Abode of Tigers”, so it is also known as the Tiger Fort. The Fort was constructed mainly in 1734, however further embellishments were made to it, by the succeeding rulers in the 19th century.

According to a legend, the Fort was named after a prince, whose spirit used to haunt the construction site. As a result, a tantrik was called and the ghost agreed to leave the fort only if, the fort was named after him. There are numerous buildings situated inside the Nahargarh Fort and amongst them, Madhavendra Bhawan appeals the most. It was built by Sawai Ram Singh II and has a series of interconnected rooms with colorful corridors and hallways.

Another major attraction of the Fort is that, it provides an dazzling view of the Man Sagar Lake and the suburbs. The geometrically designed Nahargarh Fort looks at its best in the night, when it is dazzlingly lit. To add flavor to your trip, the cafeterias inside the fort offer the finest drinks and snacks. Nahargarh Fort forms a remarkable backdrop of Jaipur and offers a glittering view of the city lights.

However, the older parts of the Nahargarh Fort got wrecked with the times, but the further embellishments to the Fort, are still wonderful and well-preserved. Nahargarh Fort stands as a symbol of the Royal heritage.