Jaigarh fort

2012-02-26
IMG_3027 The Jaigarh fort was built from the 11th century onwards; it was used both for a defensive purpose and as a private residence for the maharaja, at the time the...
The Jaigarh fort was built from the 11th century onwards; it was used both for a defensive purpose and as a private residence for the maharaja, at the time the…
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IMG_3272 Fortifications around the former capital Amber .
Fortifications around the former capital Amber.
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IMG_3282 Jaivana cannon, cast in 1720 at the foundry of the fort. Barrel: 6m; 50 tons; 33cm diameter; 22 mile range; 100kg of gunpowder needed per shot. The fort was...
Jaivana cannon, cast in 1720 at the foundry of the fort. Barrel: 6m; 50 tons; 33cm diameter; 22 mile range; 100kg of gunpowder needed per shot.
The fort was…
IMG_3285 Jaivanna cannon.
Jaivanna cannon.
IMG_3284 Jaivanna cannon.
Jaivanna cannon.
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IMG_3294 The residential part of Jaigarh fort.
The residential part of Jaigarh fort.
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IMG_3300 Hindu temple (Shri Rama Hari Har).
Hindu temple (Shri Rama Hari Har).
IMG_3301 Subha niwas: warriors assembly hall.
Subha niwas: warriors assembly hall.

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