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Amber Fort
Massive hilltop fort 11 km from Jaipur with mirrored halls and ramparts.
- Timings
- 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM (day), 7:00 – 9:30 PM (light show)
- Entry fee
- ₹200 (Indian), ₹500 (foreign)
- Time needed
- 2 – 3 hours
- Best time
- 8 – 10 AM
About Amber Fort
Built by Raja Man Singh in 1592, Amber sprawls across a ridge above Maota Lake. The Sheesh Mahal (Mirror Palace) is the centrepiece — a single candle can light up the entire ceiling. Skip the elephant ride; walk up or take a jeep to be ethical.
Amber Fort — common questions
What are the Amber Fort timings?
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Amber Fort is open 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM (day), 7:00 – 9:30 PM (light show).
What is the entry fee for Amber Fort?
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Entry: ₹200 (Indian), ₹500 (foreign).
How much time do you need at Amber Fort?
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Plan for roughly 2 – 3 hours.
What is the best time to visit Amber Fort?
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8 – 10 AM.
How crowded does Amber Fort get?
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High crowd levels overall — go early to avoid the worst of it.