You all know that Jaipur is very famous among the people of India and abroad for its various types of forts, palaces, gardens and temples. Nahargarh Fort is also one of these, located in Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. This fort is one of the countless palaces and beautiful historical buildings that tell the glorious and rich history of this city.
Nahargarh Fort with delicate carvings and magnificent stonework is an impregnable fort that along with Amer Fort and Jaigarh Fort stands as a strong protector of the city of Jaipur. Any tourist who goes to visit Jaipur cannot live without seeing this historical fort. Let us tell you that during its entire history, the fort was never attacked by anyone.
Location of Nahargarh Fort
- Nahargarh Fort is located in Devisinghpura, Amer, Jaipur.
Entry Timings of Nahargarh Fort
- This fort remains open for tourists throughout the week and the time to visit it is from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm.
Entry Fees of Nahargarh Fort
There are separate fees for Indians and foreigners to enter Nahargarh Fort, which are as follows-
- The fee for foreign tourists (for children) is Rs 25 and for adults is Rs 200.
- It is Rs 5 for Indian children and Rs 50 for adults.
History of Nahargarh Fort
Nahargarh Fort is a very attractive fort of Rajasthan which looks very attractive in the pink city of Jaipur with its yellow colour. Marked with many important historical events, Nahargarh Fort was built by the founder of Jaipur city, Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh in 1734. Along with Amer Fort and Jaigarh Fort, Nahargarh Fort was also built at a height of 700 ft keeping in mind the security of Jaipur city. The name of the fort was earlier Sudarshan Garh but later it came to be known as Nahargarh Fort. The best thing about this fort is that it has never been attacked in its long history.
However, the fort has been the site of major historical events such as the signing of treaties with the Maratha forces in the 18th century. The fort is also known for sheltering many Europeans during the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857. The palace underwent renovation in the year 1868 when Rajaswai Ram Singh built a series of palaces within the Nahargarh Fort. Films like ‘Rang De Basanti’, ‘Jodha Akbar’ and ‘Shuddh Desi Romance’ have also been shot in Nahargarh Fort.
Architecture of Nahargarh Fort
Nahargarh is a beautiful Indo-European architecture, which has a collection of many beautiful structures inside. When you enter the fort through the entrance gate called “Tadgeet”, you will find a temple dedicated to the rulers of Jaipur on the left side. Let us tell you that there is another temple dedicated to the Rathore prince located on the premises of this fort. Along with this, you will also get to see a “Madhavendra Bhavan” built by Sawai Madho Singh in a complex.
The structure of this fort is a two-story building that was built for the king and his twelve queens. Divided into nine identical apartments, the fort has a lobby, bedroom, toilet, kitchen, and store room. Apart from all this, other palace attractions include the Diwan-e-Aam where the king used to meet his people and listen to their problems and complaints.
Biological Park of Nahargarh Fort
Recently Nahargarh Fort has also been converted into a biological park. Not only will you get to see historical things here, but you can also enjoy seeing different types of animals and birds.
Nahargarh Biological Park is spread over 7.2 square kilometres at the foot of the Aravalli mountain range. It includes the Indian leopard, the Asiatic lion, and the Bengal tiger.
There are about 285 species of birds in this park and the white-haired tit species is exclusive to this area. Apart from this, animals like panthers, hyenas, wolves, deer, crocodiles, Himalayan black bears, and wild boars can be seen in cages. So, if you are a wildlife photographer, this biological park is a great place for you. Nahargarh Biological Park also has a zoo.
Note: This zoo remains closed on Tuesday.
Nearby Places to Visit of Nahargarh Fort
- Hawa Mahal
- Amer Fort
- City Palace Etc.
FAQs on Nahargarh Fort Jaipur
Q.1. Where is Nahargarh Fort located?
ANS. Nahargarh Fort is located in Devisinghpura, Amer, Jaipur.
Q.2 . What are the entry timings for Nahargarh Fort?
ANS. The fort remains open for tourists throughout the week from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm.
Q.3. What is the entry fee for Nahargarh Fort?
ANS. The entry fee is Rs 5 for Indian children, Rs 50 for Indian adults, Rs 25 for foreign children, and Rs 200 for foreign adults.
Q.4. Who built Nahargarh Fort?
ANS. Nahargarh Fort was built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh in 1734.
Q.5. What is the history behind the name Nahargarh?
ANS. The fort was originally named Sudarshangarh. It was later renamed Nahargarh which means ‘abode of tigers’.
Q.6. What are some major historical events associated with Nahargarh Fort?
ANS. The fort witnessed the signing of treaties with Maratha forces in the 18th century. It also provided shelter to Europeans during the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857.
Q.7. What are some of the attractions within Nahargarh Fort?
ANS. Key attractions include Madhavendra Bhavan, Diwan-e-Aam, a temple dedicated to the rulers of Jaipur, and the Nahargarh Biological Park.
Q.8. What can you see at the Nahargarh Biological Park?
ANS. The park has Asiatic lions, Bengal tigers, leopards, wolves, bears, crocodiles, and over 285 species of birds.
Q.9. When does the zoo at Nahargarh Biological Park remain closed?
ANS. The zoo at the biological park remains closed on Tuesdays.
Q.10. What are the other popular places to visit near Nahargarh Fort?
ANS. Nearby attractions include Hawa Mahal, Amer Fort, and City Palace.
