An awe-inspiring fort, constructed during the sovereignty of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. The Nahargarh Fort’s architecture encompasses a fusion of the Indo-European style. The fort is located at a height of approx. 700 feet, and is about 15 km from the city center. The fort was established in 1734 for residence and security, and is also known as ‘Tiger Fort’.

The term Nahargarh means ‘the abode of the tiger’, and is one of the first three forts placed in Jaipur. The name Nahargarh even carries a past with it. Precisely, it was named after a dead Rathore prince named Nahar Singh, whose spirit haunted the fort, during the construction.

The fort is sited at the hill-top of the Aravali range. It was made to uphold the city, along with Amber and Jaigarh Fort. The fort offers a spectacular view of this royal Pink city from the top of the fort.

The key attraction of the fort is Madhvendra Bhawan. It encompasses the kings’ suite and nine apartments allotted to various queens, along with their names which are mentioned on the top of each apartment. The Man Sagar Lake looks amazing and the sight is stupendous. The fort comes alive at night with beautiful lights. A café serves with beverages and snacks within the premises to cater refreshments to the visitors. It’s a Rajasthan tourisms café and offers a magnificent view.

Nahargarh Biological Park:

The park is a delight for wildlife lovers. The park covers an area of about 7.2 sq. km. The collection of flora and fauna is worth watching. The park holds a compilation of lions, tigers, crocodiles, langoors, monkeys, leopards, etc. The lush greenery of the park is a preferable habitat of numerous animals.


Distance from city center: 15 km
Built in: 1734
Charges: Rs. 15 for Indians, Rs. 20 for Foreigners, 30/70 for Camera/Video
Entrance Fees for Indian Citizen Rs. 10.00, Foreign Citizen Rs. 80.00, Indian Students Rs. 2.00,
Vehicle Entrance Fees (Bus charges Rs. 100.00 Gypsy/Car/Jeep/Mini Bus Rs. 65.00 and Motorized two wheeler Rs.10.00
Timings: 10:00 to 17:00 hrs
Specialty: Madhavendra Bhawan, city view from top of the fort.