Category Archives: Jaipur

Incredible India 9 – Jaipur and the Amber Fort

Posted on March 23, 2014 by graciamc

Before there was Jaipur there was Amber (pronounced Amer).  Amber Fort is located about six miles from Jaipur.  Begun in 1592, moguls ruled from here until the capital was moved to Jaipur in 1727.  The Fort underwent improvements and additions … Continue reading →

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Incredible India 8 – Jaipur

Posted on March 16, 2014 by graciamc

On the road to Jaipur we encountered a large, noisy and colorful group of travelers, probably on their way to a religious celebration in the city.  Loudspeakers on trucks blared a cacophony of clanging music.        Our first views of … Continue reading →

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