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It was the royal treasury for several years. It was one of the few
ancient Indian military structures to be kept intact through the
ages. There are passageways among the palaces and you can see a
collection of coins and puppets. This fort is open to public since a
few years only. It was sealed for seven years, due to a rumour, that
an enormous treasure in gold was buried, in the fort area. The
government ransacked the fort, emptied the reservoirs of water but
found nothing.
Jaigarh was once responsible for the security of both Jaipur and
Amber, is a huge moated fort and contains all the accoutrements of a
full-fledged citadel. 1 ½ or 2 hours are usually enough to explore
it- don't bother taking a guide; there isn't much use for one, and
sections like the armoury and the museum have adequate signs.
Entrance fee to Jaigarh is Rs. 20 for foreign tourists and Rs 10 for
Indian tourists.
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