Amber, India

Amer, historically anglicized to Amber, is a town near the city of Jaipur in Jaipur district in the Indianstate of Rajasthan. It is now a part of the Jaipur Municipal Corporation.

Situated at the mouth of a rocky mountain gorge, the historical town of Amber has long attracted the admiration of travelers, including Victor Jacquemont and Reginald Heber. It is seen as a remarkable example of both Rajput and Mughal architecture. The Amber Fort, a UNESCOWorld Heritage Site, sits atop the town as its main tourist attraction.