Nahargarh Forts Tour

The Fort is most beautiful at night coming glitteringly alive as it is floodlit while the view of the sparkling city below is mesmerising. "Nahargarh" literally means the "The Abode of Tigers", so it is also called as the Tiger Fort.

Nahargarh Fort was strategically important for the Maharaja and intended to bolster the defence of Amber. It was so well fortified that the British fled here during the Sepoy Revolt of 1857. Earlier, when it served as a treasury for the Jaipur kingdom, entry was highly restricted and even the highest state officials would be blindfolded.

Legend has it that the Fort was haunted by a spirit of a prince who obstructed the construction. The relentless spirit finally agreed to leave when he was assured by a Tantrik that the Fort would be named after him.

This exquisitely designed fort reflects the taste and luxury of the Maharajas of the bygone era. There are numerous magnificent buildings within the complex that must be explored. Begin with the Madhavendra Bhawan, which is the most appealing with 12 interconnected well-provided rooms and colourful corridors and hallways. The royal family used this area for picnicking. The Fort was used as a retreat for the women of the Maharajs so there is a special women quarter or the Zenana Deorhi. Make it a point to see the nine apartments of the Maharaja’s nine wives especially if you are a female traveller. Some of the rooms even offer spectacular view of the city.

Wind your way up to the 2 kms trek to the top of the Fort because from here you can enjoy a stunning view of the Man Sagar Lake and the suburbs. In the middle stands a palatial duck blind built by Jai Singh II for his shooting parties.

In the evening, enjoy a sip of coffee at the Padao Café, a popular sunset point that also offers breathtaking views of the city.