Set in a picturesque location, 11 KM from Jaipur on the Jaipur-Delhi route is Amer, the ancient capital of the erstwhile Jaipur State of the Kachhhwaha rulers. Its construction was started in 1592 by Raja Man Singh I, The spots worth visiting at Amer are the Diwan-E-Am, Diwan-E-Khas, the Sheesh Mahal with exquisite mirror work, the Sukh Niwas, the Shila Mata Temple and Jagat Shiromani Temple with exquisite carving work on the Toran Dwar and the well laid out garden, Kesar Kyari (Mohan Bari). Amer constructed over a period of two centuries is a facinating blend of Hindu and Muslim architecture and even today it is a formidable edifice easily accessible on foot, by car or jeep or in the royal style - on an elephant back.

Timings	0900-1700 hrs.
Entry Fee	Rs. 4
Still Photography Charges	Indian Rs.20 Foreigner Rs.50
Video Photography Charges	Indian Rs.50 Foreigner Rs.100
Elephant Ride Charges	-

Guides can be hired at the tourist office (at the fort entrance) for Rs. 75/230/345 for 1 1/2 hours/half day/full day (maximum four people).


Nahargarh Fort

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The Tiger Fort as it is called was built in 1734, is less ornate but the decorative motifs in some of the rooms are delightful. From the windows of one of the suites one gets a stunning view of the complete city, with the geometrical layout. It was here that a former maharaja imprisoned his favourite dancing girl.

Timings	1000-1800 hrs.
Entry Fee	Rs. 2, Student Re. 1
Still Photography Charges	Indian Rs.10 Foreigner Rs.30
Video Photography Charges	Indian Rs.30 Foreigner Rs.70

Jaigarh Fort

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The Fort of victory is one of the few military structures of medieval India. Jai Ban, the largest cannon in the country whose one cannon ball weighed 100 Kilograms is preserved here. Open from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. daily. Entry is Rs. 15, plus Rs. 50 per car, Rs. 20 for a camera and Rs. 100 for a video camera.

Timings	0900-1700 hrs.
Entry Fee	Rs. 15, Car Rs. 50
Still Photography Charges	Rs. 20
Video Photography Charges	Rs. 100

Samode

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40 kms. north-west of Jaipur the old Palace of Samode presents a fairy-tale picture. Surrounded by hills, the Samode Palace has a most exotic hall embellished with paintings and mirror work. Now this palace has been converted into a Heritage Hotel. Luxurious tent accommodation is available with a lovely garden and pool 3 km away from Samode Bagh.  There are four direct buses daily from Jaipur’s main bus station to Samode (Rs. 13.50, 1 1/2 hours).

Entry Fee	Rs. 100 adjustable in meal
Jaipur to Samode Bus Fare	Rs. 13.50 (Time 1.30 hrs.)

Moti Doongri

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Moti Doongri is a privately owned hilltop fort built like a scottish castle. Public viewing is not allowed.