Jaswant Thada
An ornate, creamy-white marble memorial built to commemorate Maharaja Jaswant Singh II, offering a tranquil sanctuary with stunning views of the nearby Mehrangarh Fort.
09:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Night: Closed₹100 (Intl) / ₹50 (Dom)
Statutory audio rigs available
1 Hour
Partial (Ground level is accessible)
Optimal at Early morning to witness the marble's golden glow
High-traction footgear required
The Fortress on the Maota Scarp
Commissioned 1899 CE by Maharaja Sardar Singh // Rathore Rajputs
Built in 1899 by Maharaja Sardar Singh in memory of his father, Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. The site serves as the traditional cremation ground for the Marwar royal family and houses cenotaphs of several rulers.
Constructed using thin, polished sheets of Makrana marble (the same source as the Taj Mahal), the structure appears to change color with the sunlight—glowing gold in the morning and soft silver by evening. It features exquisite jali (lattice) work and intricate carvings.
"A monument where silence meets the glow of Rajasthan's white marble."
— Rajputana Historical ArchivesFour Masterpieces Within The Walls
Navigate the internal quadrangle layout from public assembly courtyards to private mirrored winter chambers.
Royal Cenotaphs
The main white marble memorial dedicated to Jaswant Singh II.
Curator's Secret:The thin marble sheets are translucent, creating a subtle internal glow.
Cremation Grounds
A quiet area featuring smaller cenotaphs of the royal family.
Curator's Secret:It was built to replace Mandore as the primary royal cremation site.
The Ground Reality
Amber Fort is a vertical, multi-tiered defensive complex built for siege resistance, not casual strolling. Assess your physical parameters prior to arrival.
Bypassing the 45-Minute Courtyard Queue
For photographers, the view of Mehrangarh Fort towering above the white marble of Jaswant Thada is one of the most classic framing shots in all of Jodhpur.
- 01Walk through the lush gardens
- 02Visit the main white marble memorial
- 03Walk to the viewpoint overlooking Mehrangarh Fort
Strategic Seasonal Deployment
Annual thermal behavioral guide for the Amber micro-climate.
Comfortable for garden strolls.
The best lighting conditions for photography and exploration.
Golden morning light
Optical Rigging Coordinates
Amber is a masterclass in highly reflective yellow sandstone geometry. Execute focal points strictly across these three verified coordinates:
Fort Viewpoint
Framing the Fort with the white memorial in the foreground.
Marble Jalis
Close-up of the delicate lattice patterns.
Official ASI Equipment Mandates
2026 Statutory Entry Ledger
Turnstile pricing mandated by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).
| Visitor Specification | Standard Single Pass | 2-Day Composite Pass* |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic Citizen (Indian Adult) | ₹50 | ₹300 |
| Domestic Student (Verified Indian ID) | ₹20 | ₹40 |
| Foreign National (Intl Adult) | ₹100 | ₹1,000 |
| Foreign Student (International ISIC Card) | ₹50 | ₹200 |
Stratigraphy of the Citadel
Construction
Built by Maharaja Sardar Singh.
Getting To Amber Fort
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Mehrangarh Fort
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