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Nahargarh Fort Jaipur
Cradled in the Nahargarh Hills, the Nahargarh Fort of Jaipur was built by Sawai Raja Jai Singh in 1734. Jaipur was the capital of Raja Jai Singh II and Nahargarh was a fitting standguard, rightly called the Tiger Fort. It was the first of the three forts built by the rulers of Jaipur. Though in ruins, there are lovely buildings that the fort houses, added by Sawai Ram Singh II and Sawai Madho Singh II in the 19th century, which are well preserved. It provides some breathtaking views of the Man Sagar Lake and the city below. Interesting folklores ring in every nook and corner of the fort.
A palatial duck blind stands gracefully in the midst of the lake, which once lured the shooting parties of the royal family. It has also served as a personal treasury for years and a royal retreat for the queens.
Gracing the rugged ridge of the Aravalli Hills is the Nahargarh Fort in the second quarter of the eighteenth century. Jaipur was the capital and the need to boost its defense was a necessity. This explains the presence of the Nahargarh Fort. The Fort underwent many alterations and modifications during the reign Sawai Ram Singh II and Sawai Madho Singh II. The Nahargarh is a brilliant specimen of fort architecture.
There is a popular legend associated with the construction of the Nahargarh Fort. While it was still under construction, the fort was visited by a spirit of a prince known as Nahar Singh who would disrupt the work and cause delay.Finally a "tantrik" was called to appease the spirit which agreed to leave but only on the condition that the fort will be named after him.
This is how the Nahargarh Fort got its name. Jaipur's Nahargarh Fort is counted as one of the major tourist attractions of the Pink City.
Situated about 6 km north-west of the City Palace, the Jaipur's Nahargarh Fort offers spectacular views of the city along with the breathtaking view of the Man Sagar Lake.
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