We managed to sneak in a quick sight-seeing excursion early in the morning before heading off to meetings in Jaipur. The destination? An ancient fort built in Amber, Rajasthan appropriately named Amber Fort – only about 8 miles from Jaipur. Perfect escape.
As we approached the fort my colleague commented, “Imagine trying to attack that.” Simple enough observation, but thought-provoking none the less. Back in 1592, during the fort’s initial construction, it probably did seem somewhat impenetrable.
Amber Fort
Inside the fort there was a lush, green garden that seemed very out of place in the dry, arid surrounding landscape.
Amber Fort Palace Garden
The inside walls and ceilings were adorned with intricate designs and beautiful colors influenced by both Hindu and Muslim styles of ornamentation.
Amber Fort Palace Artwork
An interior room in the palace was covered with thousands of small mirrors embedded in the wall and ceiling mosaics.
Amber Fort Mirrored Walls & Ceiling
