Both domestic and foreign tourists visiting the Dil-e-Aaram Bagh complex were alarmed when a 200-foot portion of a historic wall abruptly collapsed.
A medieval wall inside the famous Amer Palace complex partially collapsed on Saturday as a result of the unrelenting monsoon rains that are still battering Jaipur.
Both domestic and foreign tourists visiting the Dil-e-Aaram Bagh complex were alarmed when a 200-foot portion of a historic wall abruptly collapsed.
Fortunately, no one was close to the wall at the time, but the tremendous sound of the collapse frightened the visitors. There was a near-major accident. However, a number of neighboring parked cars suffered damage, and some motorcycles were buried beneath the rubble.
During the rainy season, Amer Fort receives a lot of visitors. Although there have been no reports of injuries, the area briefly became chaotic due to the abrupt fall.
Amer Palace Superintendent Dr. Rakesh Chholak said the heavy rains caused the Rambagh wall in front of the Jwala Mata Temple, which extends from the elephant stand to the palace, to collapse. As a result, the road and the remaining sections of the wall have become weaker.
Elephant rides at Amer Palace have been halted till further notice due to safety concerns.
On the outskirts of Jaipur sits Amer Fort, often called Amber Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The fort, which was constructed by Raja Man Singh in the 16th century, is renowned for its elaborate mirror work, expansive courtyards, and exquisite Hindu architecture. It is among the most visited tourist destinations in Rajasthan.
