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Jammu : Forts & Palaces
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the opposite bank of the Tawi river, at an upland plateau, is situated
the majestic Bahu Fort. Looking at the Fort, one can imagine the
wars fought, invasions prevented and yes, even the grandeur the
royal family must have enjoyed once upon a time. Today, the Fort
is surrounded by lush green terraced gardens, waterfalls and flowers
of just about every kind and colour. A favourite picnic spot for
the cityfolk, you can hear a lively chatter all day long on weekends.
The Amar Singh Palace is a sight to behold. This grand Palace reminds one of
a dreamy Frensh castle, with sloping roofs and tall towers.
Now open to tourists, the Amar Mahal which has been converted into a museum,
houses the city's finest library of antique books and paintings. An entire series
of miniatures on the epic Nal-Damayanti can be seen here in the museum. |