Moti Doongri Fort

Opening hours and days: Open for Visitors only on MahaShivratri | 5:30 am to 9:00 pm

Prime days and hours: Shivratri, Mornings 

Suggested Duration: 1-2 hours

Tickets: Free Entry

Nearest Railway Station: Jaipur Junction Railway Station, about 5 km

Nearest Bus Stand: Sindhi Camp Bus Stand, about 6 km

Nearest Airport: Jaipur International Airport, about 12 km

Moti Doongri Fort stands out among the forts and palaces in Rajasthan for its unique blend of Scottish castle-inspired architecture and royal heritage. Perched on a hill in the heart of Jaipur, it was once the residence of Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II. The fort’s European-style design, combined with Indian elements, gives it a distinct character unlike other structures in the city and makes it a popular inclusion in many Rajasthan tour packages.

Though it opens to the public only on Maha Shivratri, its hilltop location and views of landmarks like Birla Mandir and Central Park make it an unmistakable part of Jaipur’s skyline. The nearby Moti Doongri Ganesh Temple adds a spiritual touch, making this fort an essential stop in your Jaipur experience for history, culture, and panoramic views.

• Witness the Moti Doongri Fort, an 18th-century building that looks like a Scottish castle, once the residence of Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II.
• Visit the Moti Dungri Ganesh Temple at the base of the fort with a 500-year-old idol, imported from Gujarat, which draws thousands of worshippers.
• Admire the temple's intricate latticework, exquisite carvings of legendary images on marble walls, and its three symbolic domes that stand for India's major religions.
• Visit the lively weekly fair near the temple held every Wednesday with local stalls, sweet stores, and spiritual energy for Lord Ganesha.
• Attend the Maha Shivratri festival in Ekalingeshwar Mahadev Temple, a sacred shrine within the fort complex that opens only on this auspicious day.