Amber Fort and Palace is one of the most magnificent destinations in Jaipur located on the Aravalli hills just 11km from Jaipur. The construction of the palace was started by Raja Man Singh I in 1592 and was completed by Mirza Raja Jai Singh and Sawai Jai Singh, over a period of about two centuries. This red sandstone and white marble palace is a masterpiece combination of Mughal and Hindu style of architecture.The interior walls are decorated with mirror works, carvings and paintings which illustrates the scenes of hunting and war. Some of the noteworthy architectural marvels in the complex are the 'Diwan-E-Khas', the 'Sheesh Mahal' and the 'Jai Mandir' with exquisite mirror work, the 'Diwan-E-Aam', the 'Sukh Niwas', the Shila Mata Temple and Kali temple and the well laid out garden the 'Kesar Kyari'. The fort is open from 9.00 a.m to 4.30 p.m.