INDIA 2015 - AMBER FORT (2 pages)

The large fort complex at Amer, now called the "Amber Fort", was built by Rajah Man Singh who ruled from 1590 to 1614 AD. Amer itself has been settled for over 1000 years.

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Amber Fort seen from Amer Road

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Watchtower

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In the background, part of the wall with the watchtower

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Entry Gate

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A small part of the queue waiting to enter the Hindu Temple in the fort for worship purposes

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Langur monkey

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Main courtyard

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Main interior gate.
Ground gemstones were used for the painted decoration

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Maota Lake and garden

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