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Jaigarh Fort Jaipur
Not very far from the Amber Fort, Raja Sawai Jai Singh built the Jaigarh Fort (translated as fort of victory) in 1726. This former royal treasury in Jaipur is remarkably well preserved for the military structures of that period and is regarded as one of the three mightiest forts of India.
The fort crowns a cliff and is surrounded by huge fortification walls, which have inside pathways that offer astounding views on all sides. It houses the World's largest cannon on wheel, Jaivan. Its meticulate planning is quite evident in its intricate water supply and storage system. Similar to Amber Fort, in structure, Jaigarh Fort provides some spectacular views of Jaipur and Amber Fort from the Diwa Burj watchtower. There were rumors that there was a large treasure of gold buried in the premises of the fort.
Thus, it had to be sealed from the public for seven long years.
Now, it has been opened to the public to display its several beautiful palaces, gardens, its granary, an armory which has a stunning collection of arms and weapons and its temples.
Jaigarh Fort is one of the few intact forts in the state of Rajasthan. The fort located some 15 kms from the city centre of Jaipur is one great attraction for the tourists. Jaigarh Fort was built by Sawai Jai Singh in the year 1726. It was built primarily to enhance the defense of the Amber and the newly built city, at that time - Jaipur.
It is because of this that the fort stands established towards the boundary of the city. Military genius is quite evident from the construction of the fort. For many years the fort served as the royal treasury. Jaigarh Fort situated in the northern region of Jaipur looks more or less like Amber Fort. The fort stands rooted on a cliff top and hence offers surveillance of larger land area. Huge battlement can be found surrounding the fort. The fort looks beautiful at this height, with rich blue sky in the background and stretched out hills scattered here and there. There are watch towers that provide stunning views of the city deep down.
The fort gives a feeling of a very strong and adamant protector that is at all times on vigil.The architectural brilliance is one prime reason for its immense popularity. Jaigarh Fort was essentially built as a massive military gear. Enormous gateways, battlements, loopholes for guns and its strong walls are worth the praise. One of the largest wheeled canons - Jai Bhan, is located within the fort complex. besides there are many smaller buildings, compounds and open roof halls located inside the fort. The views of the city from the fort are quite inspiring. The fort, as it stands on a cliff top provides a bird's eye view of the colourful Jaipur city.
The water carriage system is also interesting. A number of water channels, that are fed by the rain, run through the fort complex.The museum in the fort complex displays armory gear used during medieval times. There are swords, shields, muskets, photographs of some dignitaries and more.
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