AMBER--- HISTORY AND FUN OF ELEPHANT RIDE.

Amber, in the Indian state of Rajasthan, with the scenic entry of this small town-fort at the mouth of a rocky mountain with a lovely lake, has always attracted visitors from all around the world.
Amber is just 11 kms from Jaipur, another city of interests for the tourists.
Founded by Meena Raja in 967A.D. but the much architecture was built by Raja Man Singh in 1600. Jai Singh I and II added some other architecture.
Am elephant ride is available for the tourists thru the steep ramp to add the joy of picnic.
The fort has been built in white marble and red sandstone, with the lake in the foreground giving clear reflection of the fort which is very fascinating.
Amber fort has many building which one must see but the most notable are,
The Diwane E Am or House for Commons, where the king Mirza Raja Man Singh I listened to the complaints and difficulties of the common people. The hall has 40 pillars which have some of the best craftsmanship of Rajput – Mogul style. The southern part has been kept reserved for the royal women named Zanana House, so that they could also watch the proceedings of the meetings.
Diwane E Khas the hall for the privileged, another rich architecture, here the rulers listened and took advices of his inner-most Sardars and the royal guest would be received here and be entertained. The major attraction is the miniature colored glass murals.
Ganesh Pol and Suhag Mandir both are beautifully painted, from where the visitor has to proceed to Charbagh, a garden of Mogul pattern.
Have a rambling in the old city beyond the fort, and see some of ruins of the majestic building, with step wells, and temples, a journey in to past.
Jaipur is just 11 kms away and tourists’ buses and taxis etc are available, in fact all major hotels arrange a tour to Amber Fort with guide