Amber Fort & Jaigarh Fort | Defences, Palaces & Architecture in Jaipur’s Twin Fort Complex

Amber Fort and Jaigarh Fort stand side by side above Jaipur’s old city, one a royal residence of courtyards and mirror-palaces, the other a fortress built to protect it all. In this episode of Backpacker’s Blueprint, we explore their shared walls, layered architecture, and the stories carved into stone.

In this episode we cover:

🏰 The architectural blend at Amber Fort: pink sandstone, white marble, Hindu & Mughal influences.
🛡 The strategic power of Jaigarh Fort: steep Aravalli hilltop location, thick ramparts, the famed Jaivana cannon.
🔍 How these two fort complexes reflect royal ambition, defensive necessity and visual spectacle.
💭 What the stone says about architecture, power, and survival in Rajasthan’s heart.

You’ll see:

➤ The grand entrance gates, courtyards and mirror chamber (Sheesh Mahal) of Amber Fort.
➤ The sweeping views from Jaigarh Fort of Amber and the Aravalli hills.
➤ Moments of craftsmanship, geometry, and detail that make these forts more than just tourist stops.

Perfect for:

📚 Travellers researching Amber Fort things to do, Jaigarh Fort architecture, forts in Jaipur.
🌍 Architecture lovers curious about Rajput and Mughal design in fortress form.
🧠 Viewers who enjoy travel stories that dig beneath façades into meaning and material.

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