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Amber Fort sits like a crown atop the shallow Maota lake
The facade of Amber Fort and the Ganesh Gate
The courtyard
The palace garden, cause way or char bagh style, is kept lush and green despite the frequent lack of water
The rugged terrain leading to Jaigarh Fort. A tunnel connects the two forts
The meandering walk ways, Maota lake and garden seen from above
The ruins in and around the Amber Fort
Centuries old mirror inlays on walls of the Mirror Palace or Sheesh Mahal glisten up until now. Five hundred years old and shining.
The typical floral inlay and Indian art on the ceilings
Fortified walls of the fortress depicting the traditional dome and chattri seen in typical Rajashtani architecture
One of the many labyrinthine entrances in the fort
The courtyard framed by a window
It was a humid and cloudy afternoon
The rocky knoll framed by Indian arches
This lady in blue sari is one of the resident ‘photo-op’ ladies for a fee. As I took this from a distance, she did not bother asking me for a single rupee.
Thank’s for sharing these amazing photos!
The pleasure’s mine, Sohojay! Thanks!
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Eva
Sure thing!
Yes! These are awesome!
Thank you!
Cheers,
Eva
Those were gorgeous photos. Where is this beautiful Amber Fort? How old is it? It is truly unique. Thank you for sharing some of the world.
Thank you Beatrix. Hope you’re feeling better. Amber Fort is in Amer, a few miles from the heart of Jaipur, the capital of Rajahstan state, in the Northeastern part of India. It’s basically the desert part. It was 45C when I was there.
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Eva
Beautiful shots with nice descriptions! I visited the fort a couple of years ago and it was truly grand.
A small correction, Rajasthan is actually in the north west. Jaipur is just about 200 km from Delhi and is easy to reach by road rail or air. Winter is the best time to visit.
Thank you! Much appreciated. As a frequent solo traveler I thought I would have been good with directions, ha ha.
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Eva
Very cool. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you!
All beautiful pictures. My favorite though are the windows and doorway shots. Those are my absolute faves.
Thank you Lisa!
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Eva
I thought the Ganesh Gate looked superb, but then I got to the mirror inlays! Oh to travel in India. Thank you, these are beautiful reflections of your travels.
Thank you Jo! You are right about the mirror inlays. You can actually check your hair and re-touch your make-up from the reflection, no kidding!
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Eva
Some fantastic photographs of an amazing venue. I’m looking forward to seeing it with my own eyes one day soon!
Thank you Liam! India is a wonderful destination. And I hope you do get to visit!
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Eva
Eva, Thank you for saying that India is a remarkable destination! Being an India, I appreciate it alot!
Eva So nice to see your post. Actually I also had been to the fort and there are some common photos, But I am sure the season is totally different so the pictures are looking so different. This sheer coincidence.
http://arjungabriel.wordpress.com/2012/04/15/amer-fort-jaipur-a-must-visit-place-during-tour-to-rajasthan-india-22-2/
Check my post and you will enjoy too..
Hi Arjun Gabriel! I checked it out. Thanks. I went to India in the summer. We have the exact same shot of the floral inlay of the ceiling. But you were more keen on the other details. Thanks for leading me to your post. You know, I stayed in the Amber Fort the whole afternoon. There are just so many things to see. Did you check out the aqueduct and the Javaiana cannon?
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Eva
Eva what a coincidence, I just love blog world for this reason. Two unknown people get connected and exchange some wonderful things.
I visited Jaipur in the month of October, that is kind of start of Indian winter and end of monsoon and the difference is visible.
I did check out both the things. I enjoyed Jaipur a lot. If you have time just go through my posts at your ease And I wait for your posts on Jaipur and other places.
Cheers
Thanks! This is a belated post on Jaipur. I’ve already written about the Northeastern cuisine that I’m starting to miss and also about the Vidyadhar and Sisodia Rani garden and palace – two of the ancient gardens in Jaipur, 12th century if I’m not mistaken. I’ll be going over your posts later because you’ve written about Kerala. I’ve not been to the South and that’s my next stop. I’m torn between doing the South first or Himachal Pradesh, the hills. But I plan to go to the latter in winter. Will check out your blog.
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Eva
Eva, It is just wonderful know that you plan to visit this country. but you can go any part of the country. I have not been to HP but I am sure it must be beautiful place as it is close to Himalayas. This country is really beautiful, with lots of heritage. I sincerely hope we get some good people to rule the country so that things become easier for the public and the visitor. Well this is another topic totally.
But you enjoy your stay in India. And if you need any help I am just blog across.
With every good wish
Thank you! I have no idea but I’ve always been interested in Indian culture. Even before I’ve developed many friends among them, I’ve been reading about the history from the Rajputs, Mughal empire etc to Nehru, the Gandhis to BJP and religious divides in Amritsar and Karnataka, to Union Carbide tragedy in Bhopal to the tsunami in Andaman seas, the Mumbai terrorist attacks etc. Some of these issues I learned when I was a kid. Of course, I learned to wear the sari too!
Namaskar,
Eva
Congratulations I am thrilled to know that, wearing saree is really difficult for Non Indian person. I am surely going to tell my wife Cyntia about this, I am so happy that you like my country so much.
With lots of regards
At first I had a hard time. I wore the pallu the easier Gujarati way and then some students taught me the right way and I’d say I’m better at it. I’ve about half a dozen now, most of them gifts.
All the best to you and Cyntia.
Such lovely photos! We visited Jaipur and the Amber Fort not long ago for Holi, and it really was spectacular. Now you’re reminding me that my own photos are “gathering dust” sitting untouched on my hard drive…
Oh, that was great! To have gone to India for Holi! I didn’t have that chance. I just loved my trip to India, especially because I did the Golden Triangle as a solo traveler. Maybe when you have the time, you too can post your photos.
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Eva
From japan. I enjoyed many photographs of the castle. In the future, I would like to travel the ruins of Buddhism and Hinduism in India.
Thank you! I’ve been to certain parts of Japan and there are awesome temples too, especially in Kyoto.
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Eva
Such a beautiful place! love the details also!
Thank you Roxana!
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Eva
Wonderful post, and you highlighted the beauty of Amer fort so nicely! I just came back from India myself, and your photos made me miss it even more! Thanks for sharing!
Yulia
Thank you Yula! I kinda miss India everyday myself.
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Eva
Wow what beautiful art these photos show – Wonderful post!
Katie
http://katieraspberry.wordpress.com/
Thank you Katie!
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Eva
Great pics of a great fort. Been to Amber fort few years back and these photos rewound all my memories. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you Sunil!
Namaskar,
Eva
Reblogged this on S K Y ( हर कोई चाहता है एक मुठ्ठी आसमान ) and commented:
JAIPUR
Thank you MG for re-blogging.
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Eva
Yet another amazing post Eva! Great stuff.
Thank you Kay!
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Eva
Wow. Thanks for this wonderful glimpse of India. And congrats on being Freshly Pressed.
Thank you. My great love for India is showing.
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Eva
Hi
Where you got this “‘Will you still feed me, Will you still love me’ When I’m sixty-four’ – The Beatles; Is it from Beatles ( I do not know – that’s why I am asking. Beautiful lines.
and excellent blog
Hi Zubram,
That’s from one of the songs by the Beatles. The lyrics were written by Sir Paul McCartney.
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Eva
love the colorful photos!
Thank you!
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Eva
Hi Eva,
. Your pics inspire me to do that on my next visit home…Jaipur..and India. Thanks for focusing on the beauty and the history and not so much on the negatives in our cities, towns…
Thanks for capturing the beauty of Amber fort so well. I am from Jaipur, but it’s a shame that I haven’t visited Amber fort for photography yet
Did you manage to visit any of the havelis in Rajasthan?
-Richa
Hi Rich, I think it’s very typical of any local. Even I have not visited many things tourists explore in my own city. I have the most awesome experience in India, most notably Jaipur and Agra and also Delhi. The negatives you might allude to are universal so I don’t need to dwell on them. It’s something that every city in the world has. The people were awesome and that meant a lot to me because I was a solo female traveler in India.
The havelis I’ve seen are those in Chokhi Dhani. I had a wonderful time there as well. I chose the low table dining and ate everything they served, or at least tried. I enjoyed the lassi.
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Eva
Hi Eva,
Great to know you had positive experience as a solo female traveler in India. Jaipur, Agra and Delhi are the more famous tourist cities, they have a lot of history behind them. Haveli is a hindi word which referred to a big house in the olden days. You will find many of those in various regions of Rajasthan, they have intricately carved murals – similar to the ones you saw in Amber fort. An example of a well preserved and maintained haveli is Birla haveli in Pilani- I had blogged about it some time back…http://ourtravelchronicles.wordpress.com/2011/09/23/exploring-a-place-called-pilani/
Maybe I will re-post this on my new blog
Anyway, nice coming across your blog. And yeah, congratulations on being freshly pressed!
-Richa
wow! l love it. looks very similar to Persian architecturals
You are so right. Indian architecture has a lot of Persian influence, most notably the Taj Mahal.
Beautiful images! I’ll try to check out this place next time I visit India.
Thank you Sujana. Please, do visit the place. You have everything to gain.
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Eva
An astounding set of building and surrounding – beautiful
Thank you so much DoF!
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Eva
Stunning photos!
Thank you Matt!
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Eva
What a beautiful and well preserved fort. I love the old mosaic works where they incorporate the glass pieces. Thanks for sharing a part of the world that I will probably
never see. You Matter! Smiles, Nancy
Hi Nancy! Thank you for such a sweet comment. India has such a rich ancient tradition, so full of symbolism, ritual, colors and history I cannot even put all of them into words. Thanks again for the kind words.
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Eva
I have always greatly admired the architecture of this fort. Many thanks for your pics, especially the details of the tile work.
You’re welcome! And thanks so much for dropping by!
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Eva
Wow, such stunning details in the structures. It makes me wonder how long it took to build. I can’t imagine all the people and all the work.
‘Photo-op lady’ did add some nice color to that shot.
Hello! From the little I know about the history of this fort, it started with the reign of Kachawahas and used until the reign of a Rajput Maharajah Sawai Jai Singh II – it could be about three to four thousand year history. I thought the blue (and orange) saree of the lady lends life to an otherwise common yellow ocher colored arch. Thanks for visiting!
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Eva
Hello! From the little I know about the history of this fort, it started with the reign of Kachawahas and used until the reign of a Rajput Maharajah Sawai Jai Singh II – it could be about three to four thousand year history. I thought the blue (and orange) saree of the lady lends life to an otherwise common yellow ocher colored arch. Thanks for visiting! I appreciate it!
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Eva
I didn’t know this even existed! What an amazing place. It boggles my mind trying to imagine how it was planned and constructed. Thanks for sharing the photos and congratulations on being Freshly Pressed!
Thank you so much Sarah! I think the Incredible India tourism spiel applies.
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Eva
I lived in India for 22 years, but never saw Rajasthan. The pictures look beautiful.
Thanks for the kind words about the pictures. And thanks for dropping by!
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Eva
Oh wow, what a beautiful place.
Thank you Alex. Jaipur has always been my dream destination and it didn’t fail me.
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Eva
An amazing place – and beautiful photos! The inlays are incredible. Glad you shared this – and congratulations on being Freshly Pressed!
If one has time to burn and explore its every nook and corner, every door, every window, every door leading to a sacred temple for a god, the secret pathways for the Rajah so his many wives wouldn’t know into whose room he visited for the night, the complex architecture among other things, would make the whole experience surreal.
Thank you. Being FP is a pleasant surprise when I woke up this morning.
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Eva
Nice photos. Have you seen the Sheesh Mahal at the Shahi Qila, Lahore? Talk about mirror inlays!
Thanks Zem. I wish I did but I’ve never been to Pakistan. Maybe when I get lucky, I’ll get to visit Lahore.
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Eva
Very impressive visually! Great shots!
Thank you Nico! Most kind of you.
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Eva
wonderful picts of Jaipur, loved it
Thank you dewdrops!
What is some of the history of the place?
Wow, this has to be the most amazing thing I have ever seen.
Thank you Shannon!
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Eva
I can swear a famous movie was filmed there, anyone help me out to remember?
congrats on the FP!
Thank you about FP! Would the film happen to be ‘Batman’?
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Eva
Great photos! Thanks for sharing a beautiful place we haven’t heard of and now want to visit!
Thank you! A visit to Jaipur is definitely worth it. Wish you the best.
Cheers,
Eva
Reblogged this on Indian Heritage Club.
Thank you! Having this re-blogged is most flattering.
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Eva
Wow, awesome patterns.
Thank you so much!
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Eva
I… wanna go there!! These pictures are delicious
Oh, and congrats for getting on Freshly Pressed, totally nailed it!
Thank you Chizzy!
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Eva
woooooooooooooooooooooow
Great photos!
Thank you Karen!
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Eva
I really like your blog. I was wondering if you could check mine out. Come and see an 11 year old’s view on all things baseball. Please feel free to offer any advice.
-David
http://bleacherboy.wordpress.com/
Thank you David. That’s sweet of you. But I have to be very honest with you also, I might not be able to contribute much about baseball because I come from a ‘basketball’, ‘boxing’ and ‘billiards’ country. But I’ll check it out soon. Keep posting.
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Eva
Wow! I can’t get over the amazing colours in your photographs!
Thanks for sharing.
Thank you Anna! India does have amazing colors, Rajashtan most especially!
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Eva
Incredible India!
So true! I wanna go back soon!
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Eva
I was there last summer, great photos! And congrats on being Freshly Pressed.
Thank you Julian. If the heat and getting sunburned are not an issue, it’s nice to go to India in the summer. The colors are so alive and vibrant.
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Eva
Thanks so much for these photos. Just seeing them, one learns something new. Beautiful mosaics and inlays too!
Thank you Jean!
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Eva
Congratulations, Eva for making it to Freshly Pressed. These are amazing photos! Thanks for stopping by and liking my post.
You’re welcome. Pleasure is mine. Thanks for the kind words.
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Eva
Jaipur is up there with my favourite cities of India. I’ve only ever been to India during Winter (mainly to escape the heat of my own city) but it looks great in Summer too.
Thanks for the great shots!
Thank you! There is so much going on in Jaipur in terms of infrastructure development but it can balance progress with preservation. And only a few cities in the world can achieve that feat. Thanks for the kind words.
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Eva
Good picture I like this.
Thank you Atikur!
Wow, this is beautiful! I remember Jaipur from watching Amazing Race, and I have to admit, this place is gorgeous and has certain magnet of attraction.
I totally agree with you, Robin! Thanks for dropping by.
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Eva
These pictures are breathtaking they look like they should be on a post card!
Thank you Jessica. You are most kind,
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Eva
Thats a beautiful fort. Dont believe I have seen it. Great captures !!
Thank you Shil!
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Eva
I visited Amber fort in 2008, it was an expereince touring it. But none of the gardens were green at that time. And there were renovations going on. Still the buildings were spectacular.
Thank you Jawaid. I think ever since the reigning royal family turned over the three palaces out of the five (except the City Palace-Jaipur where the current royals live and the Rambagh Palace which has since been converted to a hotel where a suite could cost INR125,000 a night) to the Jaipur Municipal Council, a lot of renovations and restorations are being done to many historical sites. Tourism is big business in Jaipur and they do well in preventive maintenance of these heritage sites. I am always awed by the grandeur of the structures.
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Eva
Fabulous photographs. I am an Indian and happy that you captured and shared glory of india very nicely.
Thanks for the kind words and it is my pleasure to share my wonderful almost two week stay in India. I’ve done a significant solo travel myself in other parts but my India experience is among the most memorable. I spent my 43rd birthday in Delhi.
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Eva
You are true. The Amber Fort really sits steadily like a crown
Thanks for concurring with me Mr. Farish!
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Eva
Hi Eva!
I read your reply to ‘arjungabriel’ about how much Indian culture fascinates you. It was really wonderful to read the whole conversation. And I loved your pictures. Truly amazing! I lived in Rajasthan for about ten months but didn’t get an opportunity to experience the cultural heritage of this region. One day, perhaps!
I’m from India too.
Namaste!
Namaskar Nandini,
For the kind words and for visiting my blog – dhanyavad.
Namaste,
Eva
And how wonderful to see that you are replying to each and every comment. Hats off to you!
BTW, congrats for being on Freshly Pressed!
Thanks again Nandini. Replying to every comment is the least I could do to show my appreciation to people who have taken the time to drop me an line or two, sometimes more. Their words have been kind, enlightening and inspiring and I am just thankful.
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Eva
Thanks again Nandini. Replying to every comment is the least I could do to show my appreciation to people who have taken the time to drop me an line or two, sometimes more. Their words have been kind, enlightening and inspiring and I am just thankful. Have a wonderful weekend!
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Eva
Hi Eva! Congratulations on being Freshly Pressed.
You are a good photographer. I visited Jaipur about 12 years ago, and your photos brought back many fond memories.
I wish I had some photos of Jaipur to share. I did not carry a camera on my trip. I have some photos of Hyderabad, but those are old (on film) and need to be scanned. I have some Africa photos on my site, but my Africa photos don’t have the same beautiful colors of Jaipur.
Hello Raju! I must confess I’m neither an amateur photographer nor a hobbyist. I am just a traveler with a camera. I also had pictures taken on film camera during my trips to Europe ages ago. I had them scanned but have not written a post about them yet. I hope the same works for you Africa photos.
All the best to you and Hyderabad,
Eva
Beautiful photos
David in Maine USA
Thanks again, David! Much appreciated.
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Eva
Wow! What a beautiful and amazing place. Thanks for sharing it with us and taking us on a “tour”.
Thanks! It was just a mini-tour. Thanks for visiting.
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Eva
This is lovely. Jaipur has been the source for some of my cherished memories with friends and family. I have visited there several times since childhood, even in the scorching summers but to my astonishment, it has always been as magnificent and as grand as during anytime of the year thanks to its unmatched grandeur and glory.
Thanks for sharing.
I think the grandeur of an ancient civilization like Jaipur or India for that matter will outlive us. Thank you for sharing your thoughts! Much appreciated.
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Eva
Wow! Super like! You are a great photographer. I will share this to my Indian friend.
Very beautiful photos and very very beautiful blogger.
Thank you so much! You have been most kind with your words and I am grateful.
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Eva
Wow! Amazing pictures.
Reblogged this on Alpha Body Hardening and commented:
A must read
Thank you for re-blogging. I am very flattered.
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Eva
No problem the piece was exceptional, so the pleasure was all mines :0
Respectfully,
Jonathan
No problem the piece was exceptional overall, so the pleasure was all mine
Respectfully,
Jonathan
Thanks for sharing these lovely photos. Now I really want to go to Jaipur. And congratulations on being freshly pressed, without which I would not have found you and added another dream to my list.
Thank you Kerry! I hope this post will be useful to your Jaipur trip and I wish you the best in your travels.
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Eva
Brings back lovely memories … Nice shots !
Thanks for the kind words, Kirana.
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Eva
Amazing photos!
Thank you!
Eva
Una ciudad maravillosa y unas fotos estupendas.
Muchas gracias, Pedro.
Eva
Such magnificent architecture and intricate details. I like the pattern drawn by the gardens too.
Yeah, you’re right Vanille. The gardens have unique patterns but I think they’re designed that way for a more efficient flow of water. Thanks for dropping by my blog.
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Eva
This is really amazing ! Too bad we don’t have fort like this in Indonesia.
Annunaki,
Hello, thanks for visiting my blog. While Indonesia may not have some of the structures other countries have, it’s certainly a country with so many islands, languages and Borobudur temple.
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Eva
Eva, thank you for blogging about Amer Fort and India. It is a great destination and Amber is one of my favorite places, especially from the outside. I can watch it from across the lake for hours. Come back soon and we’ll try to visit a few more places together…congrats on being Freshly Pressed!
Thank you so much. I might be back in the Northeastern region for the lakes (Udaipur) and the desert (Jaisalmer) but that would be after I’ve gone South (Kerala, Goa etc) and the hills (HP) which means it might take quite some time.
Namaste.
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Eva
Beautiful pictures, and very well documented details. It just brought back my childhood memories, when I visited this fortress and was left in awe for all its grandeur.
Thank you Sanya. I understand what you mean. Even long after you leave Amber Fort, a part of it always remains. Or maybe its just me fascinated by its architecture, the genius behind the design and its history.
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Eva
Good one!
Thank you Rakhi!
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Eva
I really enjoyed your blog. Feel free to take a look at mine and let me know what you think!
Thank you for the kind words and thanks for dropping by!
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Eva
Simply stunning! I’m heading to India in November so this was such valuable inspiration for me. Thank you
Hi Justine,thanks for dropping by. I sure hope this post is helpful but remember you might be going there at about the start of winter. Which I think is a good thing. I hope you’ll have a lovely time!
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Eva
Lovely pictures! reminds me of the time I was working for restoration of the fort. It was such a wonderful experience. Amber (city) is twin city of Jaipur. Although the boundaries are not clearly defined but architecture speaks for itself.
I hope you enjoyed your visit to India.
Hello Pakhee,
It’s so nice to have someone who was involved with the restoration of the fort commenting on my post. Thanks so much, I am flattered. I feel privileged. My visit to India is one of the best I’ve done as a solo traveler. Enough to make me want to go back again and again!
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Eva
Beautiful! I’m always fascinated about old architecture. India is one place I haven’t seen many photos of historic buildings. I’d love to go there and see it. I get to see a lot of very old historic places here in Japan, but India has an even older history.
I would agree with you Jay. India is one of the places to go for ancient history and architecture. Thanks for visiting my blog.
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Eva
What a wonderful place. That is why blogs ever shouldnt stop posting
Thank you Jose!
Best regard,
Eva
I love Jaipur! Amazing pics.
Thank you Vdoodle. About loving Jaipur – that makes two of us! It’s got an irresistible charm.
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Eva
Love the pictures!
Simon B.
Thank you Simon. I’m glad you liked them.
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Eva
Nice photos and the blog is so nice
Thank you VASSI!
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Eva
Lovely photos of Amber fort,Thanks for posting.Its looks so wonderful.
Reblogged this on bonnijohn and commented:
M also in jaipur but do nt having dis cool pics of fort… thanks… feelin warm but cool pics..
Thanks Bonni for re-blogging this. I know how warm the weather must be in Jaipur this time of year. Hope you share more of Jaipur with us, you being already there.
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Eva
Great photos. Really wonderful to watch.
Thank you Vinci!
Simply gorgeous photos. I have dreamed of going here since I was a little girl.
Thank you! Even in my case, going to India also started as a dream.
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Eva
I have enjoyed your site so I’ve nominated you for the Illuminating Blogger Award for illuminating, informative blog content. If you’re interested, you can check out the details at my site … http://foodstoriesblog.com/illuminating-blogger-award/ … Hope you’re having a great day!
Thanks so much. I’m flattered. It’s been an insanely busy day with my family and my nieces. I’m having a great time. Thanks. I wish you the same.
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Eva
Stunning . I had no idea of this so thanks for bringing the world to me in Ohio, USA.
Thank you. But then again from my end, even if I’ve been to the US, I’ve not been to Ohio. Thanks so much for dropping by my blog.
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Eva
Wow Eva! I was thrilled to see the pics and I was touched by your love for my country. Even when I get frustrated by the present situation in my country, I am always so very proud of the history, the heritage and the knowledge it once carried and spread in the world.Now, only the reflections remained but you managed to capture a part of it so well
Thanks for putting these pics up!
Hello Somdata! It’s OK. I know what you mean. Political and religious divide, as well as an even greater economic divide is not unique to your country. And as we focus on some G20 or even G8 countries, these problems are even more prominent. Some other countries may not be as problematic politically or economically but they do not have your rich tradition, culture and history. I am amazed at how resilient most places and people of India are about being influenced by ultra-modern culture, values wise. That is something really admirable.
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Eva
Reblogged this on Modern Gentleman and commented:
stunning photos of a beautiful place.
Thanks Nichol for re-blogging. I am honored.
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Eva
Hi Eva, What beautiful digital photos. It is so interesting that this was name the Pink City while in 1876 Jaipur was colored in terracotta pink to welcome Prince Albert! Was the weather over 86 degrees when visiting?
Hello Beth. Yes that’s true. At least the Wall City. The temperature hovered between 40-45C during my stay so that should be over 86F. My lovely host in Jaipur made sure I had plenty of water with me each time I went out.
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Eva
These are outstanding pictures. I do a series on Delhi, but I’m no photographer like you! Now I am going to go through all your posts in the hope that you’ve got some gems about Delhi as well
Hi Varsha! As I miss India from time to time, I write and post photos I have taken of India so I’ve come up with several, interspersed among my posts on Alzheimer’s Disease and my random musings. I did a lengthy one – ‘Delighting In The Old And The New In Delhi’ but it’s largely a story of me people watching and my wonderful exploration of the Metro as a solo female traveler. Thank you for dropping by my blog. Have a nice weekend.
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Eva
PS: I can’t even call myself a photographer. I’m more of a traveler with a camera – and it’s not even the big, expensive kind.
Wowzers!
Thank you Matt!
Cheers,
Eva
Magic place. I love the details. Great Photos.
Thank you Nelly!
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Eva
Amazing set of pictures! Brought back lovely memories of my visit there last year. You can read my post on Amer at http://weekendtravels.wordpress.com/2011/10/17/amer/
Thank you Roopa and thank you too for sharing the link to your post.
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Eva
Eva, these are fantastic photo’s! I enjoyed having a read of your blog today.
From,
Weholiday
(and thank you for liking our Alaska post)
Thank you for the kind words!
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Eva
Gorgeous. I looked at pictures of this some years ago when I was directing the play A PERFECT GANESH and was doing background research on the places visited by the characters. So beautiful. This was like being there. Thank you!
Thank you too Ma’am. But I think the ganesh that’s kept open depending on which season in the City Palace-Jaipur has more intricate designs and in terms of purpose, better enmeshed and melded with nature.
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Eva
what wonderful pics…..loved each one of them…worth sharing with my friends
Hi Garry. Thank you for the kind words!
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Eva
Although I’ve visited this place, but the shots taken by you are so beautiful that this looks like an unexplored place to me… Congrats for being Freshly Pressed… Well Deserved Blog!
Thank you so much!
Namaste,
Eva
Breathtaking architecture and color inspiration!
Thanks! Wishing you a lovely weekend!
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Eva
Your pictures are breathtaking!
Hi Becky! Thanks for the kind words.
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Eva
Wow LOVE the photos! It looks amazing
Thank you Rachel!
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Eva
Thanks for stopping by and liking my Blog. (leave a comment next time?) Just had a look at your piece above, very nice! I too travelled in India but opted for the lovely SW (Kerala, Karnatica, etc..) The simplest, most honest and best compliment I can pay you is that this piece, these pictures, really, really make me want to go back to India, and to visit the place & Rajistan in general. Just one idea, offered with great respect… Have you considered choosing a theme with a non-white background? I think it would do your lovely pictures more justice. Just a thought though, the stuff is lovely. Keep up the good work. – Arran.
Hi Arran. Thank you so much for your well thought of and well intentioned comment. I appreciate it a lot. The thing is, when I started this blog, I intended this to be an advocacy blog to dwell and belabor issues on dementia. However, the subject matter can be mentally draining to write and time consuming. So my blog sort of took a life of its own and I took to interjecting my posts with travel photos. I’m not a photographer. I am a traveler with an inexpensive camera so I think that explains it. I think India is worth at least six visits in one’s lifetime, ha ha. I plan to go there again next year this time visiting Kerala where my spiritual adviser lives and other parts of the south where I’ve friends. Again, thank you for the thoughtful words, comments and suggestions. I’m taking note of them and really, you have been most kind. Wishing you a lovely weekend.
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Eva
Gosh, I am having a disastrous time trying to respond to your very thoughtful and considered reply to my earlier comment. I have twice commenced, and twice lost, as I was trying to write to you. Lost the text I mean. Anyway, I just wanted to say thank you, and please don’t mind what I suggested earlier, about black versus white backgrounds for your wonderful photos, you are doing a wonderful job and your blog is a delight. As are your lovely, kind and gentle manners also by the way. I sincerely wish you all the best- Arran.
It’s not that PINK at all. But enjoyed the pictures!
Thank you. I’m glad you liked the pictures.
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Eva
Incredible photos Eva! Just brilliant. I’ve never been to Rajasthan before, but there’s a lot to see in India and usually one can get lost in this labyrinth of options. Anyhow, I absolutely love the photos! And you went there when it was 45 degrees? Darn, that must be harsh :/.
Congrats for being on Freshly pressed!!
Hi again Anarya. 45C was the high average but it hovered from 40-45C during my entire stay. The thing was, I also got lost in the many sites to explore in Rajashtan, most notable of which were the ancient gardens in Sisodia and Vidyadhar, I did not even notice the heat. My SPF70 sunblock did not work. I didn’t get a tan, I got sunburned! I’d be staying out in the sun for hours in open spaces. Thank you. FP is fun in that it’s a sort of validation but it’s fleeting, but thank you just the same. Wishing you a delightful time traveling!
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Eva
O WOW, you’re Freshly Pressed baby! And you didn’t tell me.
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Ciccio,
As my carissimo amico I thought you would have checked. Have a safe flight back home. Or maybe you’re already home?
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E
Hi Eva, thank you for liking my recent post. Your pictures from the fort are amazing. My favourite part of the fort was those mirrored mosaics, beautiful.
Did you take the elephant ride?
How long will you be in Rajasthan?
Namaste! The elephants were resting. I mean they have been put away after the day’s work. I got to the fort shortly after noon. I think it was the nap time for these elephants. From Jaipur I completed the Golden Triangle and would have gone to Haryana-Punjab states through Chandigarh but I was called for a meeting in Bangkok so I had to cut short my holidays. I took it as a sign – I was meant to go back and visit again.Isn’t that great?
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Eva
Excellent. Thanks for sharing.
You’re welcome Dr. Qureshi. Thanks for dropping me a line.
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Eva
Wow, what a beautiful place! Thanks for sharing your great photos, I really enjoyed looking at them. I didn’t even know this place existed!
Thank you Jessica!
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Eva
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Thanks for re-blogging. I’m flattered, really.
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Eva
Amazing that these places actually excist, looks like something from a dream. Your photos really captured the beauty, good job!
Thank you Sofie! You’ve been most kind.
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Eva
Gorgeous.
Thank you Michel!
I’ve always wanted to visit India. What a fascinating country.
Hello Sutira. I wish you would. It’s an Incredible India experience in a good way. It’s almost indelible from memory. If I could go back the soonest, I would.
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Eva
Very nice photos! I went there about a year and a half ago one weekend while in Dehli for work. I remember it being hours and hours of bumpy car ride, but totally worth it. I wish more people took the time to travel to India… What an amazing country!
I totally agree with you Christiana. India is an amazing country – it’s people, culture and history. I took the train from Delhi so it was a smooth ride for me. The train experience was like no other – but I mean it in a good way.
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Eva
This is absolutely stunning. I’ve never been to India but its on my places of things to see before I die. I can’t wait to get there.
Thanks for the kind words. I wish you a delightful stay in India!
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Eva
i’ve seen the pics before elsewhere (travel brochure or another travel blog, i guess), but wow! never seen those details captured on camera before. simply breathtaking, what a crown jewel of india! how often do you visit india? when did you visit this place?
Hi! Thank you. Amber Fort is one of the ‘must go to’ or ‘must see’ places in Jaipur. I spent one whole afternoon just for this place. I had so much time in my hands. I plan to visit India at least once a year. I’ve many standing invitations from all parts – including Mt. Abu in Rajashtan from Brahma Kumaris friends. I went there summer of last year.
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Eva
you totally fall in love with that country. i couldn’t blame you for that…..
There are so many things to love about India. I’ve been interested in it since I was in grade school. My friends from Brahma Kumaris now would say I must have been born Indian in one of my past lives. I just couldn’t explain it besides the fact that I just love anything ancient. And India has one of the most well preserved ancient cultures in this present modern world.
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Eva
Stunning! Thanks for sharing. I have been to India and can’t wait to go again. You have inspired me to definitely visit this region. Breathtaking. Tania. Nelson. NZ.
Hello Tania! Thank you. I’m so jealous because you have definite plans of going back. I mean I do have plans too but I just don’t know how soon. I want it to be soonest. I’m such a dreamer, ha ha!
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Eva
Nice photos (overburn a little, but it’s probably because of Sun).
I can also recommand u forts in Bikaner and Udaipur, this in Udaipur is my favourite from those ive saw in India.
Thank you! Bikaner should still be part of Rajashtan and Udaipur for the lakes and more where I have standing offers from friends to come and visit. It’s just a matter of sorting out when. The next plan is to do either South or the Hills (HP) but I can’t nail the exact dates.
Maybe it’s not the sun that over-burned the pics. Maybe it’s I who did. I use a two year old compact DSLR whose manual I haven’t read and really I have not had any class in photography. But your comment mad me think to be more mindful of this craft.
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Eva
Thank you for these photos.
Thanks to you too Bumba, thanks for dropping by.
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Eva
Lovely photos!
Thank you d!
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Eva
Congrats on getting freshly pressed! You make me long for India. I guess I’ll have to look for a reason to go in the next few years.
Hi Scarlett!
Thank you re: Freshly Pressed. I hope you’ll have a delightful India experience soon.
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Eva
I really appreciate your Work which you have done, Nice and clear picture. Its amazing,dear. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you Harman. You’ve been most kind.
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Eva
I do Follow you Eva, I really like your blog
Thank you Harman!
Ah, these photos have just brought all my memories flooding back into my mind from our Golden Triangle Tour back in 1999. In fact my husband took our VHS video of our trip to a local computer shop only on Friday to get it converted onto DVD.
After travelling from Delhi to Agra by road I was quite disappointed at how flat the landscape was because to me, India always smacked of mountain tops and fortresses.
However, once arriving in Rajasthan – I finally felt I had arrived. The Palace of the Winds was always on my “list” but I wasn’t prepared for the Amber Fort and the arrival on the back of an elephant.
I can’t wait to see my video once it’s finished so thanks for these photos. I’d forgotten how magnificent the mirrored room was!
Hi! Good for you – traveling with your husband. I travel solo mostly because he’s not the traveling kind.
I read somewhere that Delhi has always been ‘flat as a pancake’ besides being landlocked. So going out of Delhi and exploring the desert in the Northwest, the lakes in Udaipur, the beaches in the South and the hills in Himachal Pradesh, the snow blanketed mountains of Kashmir makes for more Incredible India experiences. I’m working on it as I’ve only done the Golden Triangle. By the way, I took the train from Delhi to Jaipur and back and it was an experience like no other, especially because I have not taken the train or the Metro in my own country.
I hope your DVD comes out soon to relive those lovely memories.
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Eva
Thank you Eva
And all the best for your future travels….
We are shortly to return to Egypt (probably our 7th or 8th visit) and we will be taking a Nile cruise Luxor/Aswan/Luxor with 4 of our friends. It’s very easy to get to Egypt now we live in Cyprus.
Cheers
Michele
Great pics. It makes want to book a plane ticket now!
Hi! Thank you for the kind words. I wish you a pleasant journey to India!
Cheerios,
Eva
Thanks! At the moment, just hiking in East Sussex, UK, tomorrow. It should be fun and pictures coming up soon.
Thanks! I few years back I did my bit (first time and a couple more after with camping once) in Southampton, Hampshire.
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Eva
Reminds me of my trip to India in 2006 which now seems like long ago. Thanks for reminding me with your photos.
Hello GKM, thank you!
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Eva
AMAZING photos…
Beautiful!!!
Thank you Lia!
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Eva
Beautiful pictures. Love it!
Thank you Eva
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Eva (also)
Wow, these pictures are great! Congratulations on being Freshly Pressed! I was scanning down the list and was like, “Hey! I know that blog! WOOT!”
Oh, hi Kathy! Thank you for the well wishes re: Freshly Pressed. It was surreal.
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Eva
Those are some awesome pictures!
Congrats on being freshly pressed!
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Thank you Arna! Thanks for the kind words about being Freshly Pressed.
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Eva
Now that’s a heck of a building.
Yup! Thank you teacher.
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Eva
Greetings from Jamaica! What amazing photos! Thanks for liking my humble blog post… I do an “African news” section for Jamaican readers who complain they don’t see enough stories about Africa (only civil wars). Seriously, I would love to visit this fantastic place… What an amazing culture.
Hello, thank for dropping by my blog. Aaaw, the things I know about Africa are not just all about civil wars. It’s also about being home lush forests, an interesting pattern of colors in the dresses, infectious drum music that compels you to dance with the beat, exotic flora and fauna. Like you wanting to visit India, I’m also planning to visit other parts of Africa but that might not be anytime soon. Maybe when my son is done with grade school. Again, thanks for dropping me a few lines to comment. I appreciate it a lot.
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Eva
Excellent work!
Thank you!
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Eva
Breathtaking photos
Thank you Alan!
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Eva
Though you don’t call yourself a photographer (I read it in a comment above), but your camera work is amazing. Congratulations for being freshly pressed!
when you miss India sometime, you can check out my coverage of Himalayan Destinations at http://theescapades.wordpress.com/
Oh my, Punampal. So nice of you to have complimented me on my photography. Thanks for sharing your link. And thanks also re: Freshly Pressed.
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Eva
Good Article
Thank you Majala!
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Eva
Last year I visited Amber Fort and just loved it. Great pics. Loved all of them.
Thank you for liking the pics Avada! I hope I did justice to the grandeur of Amber Fort especially because you have seen it yourself.
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Eva
Wow, great photos! Ambert Fort is like those places I’ve seen on Final Fantasy games, Final Fantasy IX to be exact. Very beautiful and breathtaking! Thank you.
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Thank you Alyssa. Unfortunately, you have to pardon my ignorance of computer games, LOL.
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Eva
Some great information and images here on your site. Were off to Rajasthan in July so I hope to see and experience many of these sights. Thanks Mark
Oh you’re going to India next month. I’m so jealous! I hope you’ll have a wonderful time. Thanks for following my blog. Enjoy your trip!
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Eva
Your welcome
Regards
Mark
I spent Christmas day in Jaipur in 1984. I loved the place and was awed by the Amber Fort. Unfortunately, I did not have a lot of time to explore it. Thanks for the revisit via your lovely photos!
Thank you Madoqua, for sharing your story and for dropping me a note for this post.
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Eva
Stunning.
Thanks Becca!
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Eva
Eva, your photographs are breathtaking. I love the way the buildings are built into the terrain as though they’ve always been a part of the landscape. And of course the intricate features and tile work are marvels within themselves. You have done a superb job in sharing this grand fort with your audience. Thank you so much for the share … it was a pure joy in exploring the fort through your eyes. Marcy
Thank you Marcy. You have been most kind with your thoughtful and insightful comment. Thank you for the nice words about my work. They mean a lot to me.
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Eva
Just awesome, in all senses of the word; brava!
Thank you Kai!
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Eva
Wow! These are remarkable photographs. This is a beautiful post.
Thank you Thomas! I am flattered. Thanks for visiting!
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Eva
I loved the photography but would have like more of the story.
Thank you Khurt! I’ll take note of that in my next post. I’d say for now, it’s not basically lazy writing but rather due to material lack of time. I too wished I’d written more story – the fort’s and perhaps mine?
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Eva
Thank you Khurt! I’ll take note of that in my next post. I’d say for now, it’s not basically lazy writing but rather due to material lack of time. I too wished I’d written more story for this post – the fort’s and perhaps mine?
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Eva
Beautiful photos. Thank you for sharing them.
val
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Thanks Val!
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Eva
Thanks for liking my blog. BTW, my late mother-in-law had dementia. Keep up the good work.
Thank you Alys. I think dementia really is more common than how I imagine it to be. Sigh!
Eva
Wow, incredible blog layout! How long have you been blogging for? you make blogging look easy. The overall look of your site is great, let alone the content!
Amazing photos!
Thank you Stephen!
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Eva
Love the pix of the fort, amazing. I have been to Alhambra in Spain. Its amazing how they were built so many years ago without technology.
That’s true Ron. That these were made with materials carried on elephant and camel’s backs, with endless problems with water made an already grand fort even more grand. Thanks for visiting.
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Eva
Amazing, and that is surely where I want to go when I go to India next. Thank you so much for sharing your incredible pictures.
Thanks for the kind words!
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Eva
Hi Eva, just wanted to say thanks for stopping by my blog! Also, these pictures are stunning — Jaipur was already on my list of places to visit but I think it just got bumped up in priority after seeing these!
Thank you Jessica. Thanks for dropping me this note. Most kind of you.
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Eva
awesomes pictures – breathtaking
Thank you Isaac. (You’re the same name as my new baby, who’s six months old.)
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Eva
We’re a group of volunteers and opening a new scheme in our community. Your website provided us with valuable info to work on. You’ve done a formidable job and our whole community will be grateful to you.
I have been reading out a few of your posts and i must say pretty clever stuff. I will make sure to bookmark your website.
These are lovely photographs Eva. I spent several months in India during 2003 and visited Jaipur and many other towns in the state of Rajasthan. Each was more beautiful than the last
Hi, thanks for the kind words. You’re lucky to have spent that long a time in India and, Rajashtan in particular to have visited that many a town. I wish I were that fortunate.
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Eva
That’s cool Eve. Next time when you are in India, let me know. We will meet up and share our traveling experience
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Thank you Riya. I will be. I just don’t know how soon. I’ve some itinerary lined up but I hope it will be sooner than intended. Thanks for the offer to meet up.
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Eva
As a newbie, I am continuously exploring online for articles that can help me. Thank you
This is really interesting, You’re a very skilled blogger. I have joined your rss feed and look forward to seeking more of your fantastic post. Also, I’ve shared your site in my social networks!
Absolutely stunning – I’m late in reading but this was the perfect post for a Monday morning! Thank you.
Thank you Marilyn! I’m glad you liked it.
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Eva
I am continuously looking online for articles that can benefit me. Thanks!
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As soon as I saw this Fort (or a Castle as we westerners would call it) I knew I had to share it. The richness present here is quite incredible. The gardens, tile work, stone work and spaces are all amazing. Thank you to Eva and you all Enjoy !
Beautiful! My friend was just there and it’s on my bucket list.
Thanks Barbara! Hope you’ll have a nice stay!
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Eva
I was thinking how you missed the pink city when you all the way traveled to Agra for Tajmahal. Its always Beautiful but still I could not make it. It is in my list no doubt.
You must know Anil, I miss my whole India experience, Jaipur, Agra and Delhi, included.
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Eva
Stunning photos. I was going to go but got engaged and married and life changed. When the kids are older I am definately there. Beautifully done.
Great photos! Love them!
Thank you AC!
Wow, so beautiful! My childhood best friend was from India and I’ve wanted to go there ever since.
Thank you! I hope you would go and visit.
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Eva
I have been there at Amber Fort, it is in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Believe me the place is just awesome. If you will be there, you can feel the charm of “Maharaja” and “Badshahi” ambiance.
Thank’s for sharing these amazing photos! Thanks also for liking my post, so I came to check you blog… very nice.
Thank you Ritva!
Fantastic photos – I have one of the ‘lady in blue’ it cost a few pennies and the smile she gave was lovely…
Oh, good for you! I think their going rate now is at least INR10.
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Eva
I’ve never been to Jaipur. After gasping over your photos, I just put it on my list. Thanks for posting them.
Thank you Marcia. There’s actually more to Rajasthan (state) than just Jaipur (capital city) which I myself have not yet explored. That means I have to go back too!
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Eva
Stunning photos miss Eva. India’s one of my dream destination, truly admiring their art. I love your posts, i have this love for flowers and nature and traveling! and sharing simple pleasures of everyday life is just refreshing
More power to you!
Such beautiful photos!
Thank you Wendy!
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Eva
What beautiful photos.
Thanks Imelda!
Thank you for visiting my blog. I visit your blog after a long time from Japan. I watched this articl on Freshly Pressed in Word Press.
Thanks! yeah, I remember your posts from Japan. Thanks for dropping by!
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Eva
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What beautiful photos! You’ve sparked my interest in visiting Jaipur.
Beautiful!!!
incredible !
Beautiful photos.
Great pictures! And thank you for your comments on my post. http://emandyves.wordpress.com
Spectacular photos of a magnificent site. I’ve never been to India and had no plans to go – till now! Maybe 2 years down the track as I want to visit England again next year.
Thank you for taking the time to shoot such delightful photos and thank you for visiting my blog.
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Amazing photos! India here I come!
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Beautiful pictures, timeless, and in wonderful tones and hues. So much work has gone into making so many wonderful images. Thanks very much.
Wow, such incredible patterns in the amber fort facade. Thx so much for sharing. It is an inspiration to artists and designers.
Wow! These photos are just beautiful. Thank you for sharing them.
Beautiful photos!
I loved the Amber Fort! It was amazing! The day we were there they were filming a Bollywood film and it was very exciting. Some of my fondest memories are in Jaipur thank you for bringing them back.
Oh, lucky you!
Great work;
Thank you from Earl Shugerman
Thanks to you too, Earl!
Love your photographs of Jaipur. Really enjoyed your well-told and heart-rending story of Alex, as well. Good job.
Lovely photographs
Thank you so much!
Gorgeous photos—like the light!
Thank you! I got lucky, I guess.
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Eva
WOW! Your pictures are beautiful. Some of them remind me of The Alhambra in Granada, Spain. Also, thanks for visiting my website.
Thanks Veronica!
Thank you for sharing these amazing pictures. Have a great day. Greetings from Namibia.
Thank you so much for visiting!
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Eva
Isn’t it magnificent? I watched this movie “Jodha Akbar”. The movie was lovely in itself, but more tantilizing were these places being used as sets in the movie. If i’m not wrong, Amber fort was featured.
Wow, that’s just great! Thanks for sharing with us this bit.
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Eva
I re-blogged your photos of the Amber Fort because they were so gorgeous. I hope it’s not bad form to re-blog. I’ve just started my blog and wanted to share your site with my friends. Please let me know if I’ve done something untoward. I presume I can un-re-blog at any time.
PS Saw the Jodha Akbar movie too the other night….breath-taking sets.
Oh, please, no worries. Re-blogging is allowed. I am flattered that you did that. Thanks so much!
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Eva
Thanks so much for your re-assurance in your reply. For some reason I had suddenly decided that I had committed a terrible faux pas by re-blogging.
Again, thanks for the marvellous photos!
Cheers, Mary
Gorgeous photos!
Amazing photos! Makes me want to go there
like!
Thanks much!
Eva
Wow, Batman was filmed here? Which Batman? The first one with Christian Bale?
Beautiful photos. Thanks for stoping by my Blog.
Thanks again. I do miss India.
Hi Eva! Thanks for liking my post “Weekly Photo Challenge:Create”. Your pictures of the Amber Fort are great, thanks for letting me travel through them.
Kind greetings,
Marianne
Thank you too for visiting Marianne. And thanks for the kind words.
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Eva
Geez, I had to go forever to add a comment – you have a million followers! This blew me away. I was born in India and called Bombay (Mumbai …whatever) home till I was 11. I went back in 1983 with my ex and went to Amber Fort, definitely one of my favourite sights in my travels. Before the age of digital photography so your photos are particularly special to me. FABULOUS – I have one or two of those very shots but they look very aged now!
Thanks so much for taking the time to share your experiences in India, particularly the Amber Fort. Thanks for the kind words.
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Eva
Wonderful photos, Jaipur has a special place in my heart and seeing you pictures makes me want to return.
Love your photos and your descriptions. I have been here as well and look forward to posting my pictures later!
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Eva: good job! I hope you will become a geriatrician . India is on my wish list to visit. Keep up your good work and good blog! Thank you for visiting my Istanbul post.
Thank you Denise. I already am. Visiting your Istanbul post was my pleasure.It is like a ‘blast from the past’. I also had a wonderful stay in that city.
All the best,
Eva
Heads off to a dedicated geriatrician. I hope more doctors will go into this field.
I just looked amazing photos! thank you
Thanks for the visit to my site. After seeing your work – which is captivating – your like of my wedding day photos http://blackinlatinamerica.wordpress.com/2012/06/28/sunday-in-qingdao-china/ means even more.
Very jealous, always wanted to go to Jaipur! Beautiful photos.
Fabulous photos. Makes me want to hop on a plane right now! Thanks for the (virtual) voyage.
Lovely shots… stunning!
Thanks for the visit over at CTB
Thanks for visiting my blog. Your site is amazing and i look forward to more
thank you for visiting my blog. ih ad to delete that post cos i wanted to re-post using another publish date
Eva can i ask what you use to write your blogs? the wordpress editor? howd o you make sure your pictures fit in the right ratio in the column?
and i love your photos!! just got my first DSLR as a gift and im still strugglign to really use it! =P
Hi Lily, thank you. I usually just go to the Dashboard then click Posts then there’s an option to Add New. Click that then you can start writing the title and the text. To add the pictures is easy. I don’t have the drag and drop thing but there’s an option and icon to Upload/Insert on the left hand corner then click that. Click Select where you can choose the pictures you want to go with your post from which drive or folder you may be choosing from. Then of course it says Crunching then Hide if upload is complete. I don’t usually worry about the picture size, there’s an option as to how big you want the picture you want to appear in your post. As to the alignment, there’s an option where you want the picture to be, left, right, center. I usually just arrange all of them to the left then you should be ready to click Publish. I think my blogging is very basic. I don’t know how to upload any video nor arrange my picture in a lovely collage like what other bloggers can do. I hope this helps
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Eva
Thanks Eva!
I love your pictures!! they’re so warm and clear and pretttyyy !
Wonderful blog in content and pics! I’m nominating you for the One Lovely Blog Award! Congrats!
Great blog Eva. India’s Golden Triangle is on our bucket list of things to do before we die.
Thank you Mark! All the best to the Golden Triangle tour.
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Eva
Love the photos! I visited Nepal and India earlier this year and thought it was amazing!!! Thanks for sharing as I didn’t make it to Jaipur…
G
Wow, all of these photos are just amazing!