- Marco Rubio visits Jaipur’s Amer Fort, gets traditional welcome during India tour.
- US envoy Sergio Gor shares Jaipur glimpse, calling it the “Heart of Rajasthan”.
- Amer Fort visit follows Taj Mahal stop, highlighting India’s cultural heritage.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited Jaipur's historic Amer Fort along with his wife, Jeanette Rubio, on May 25 during his ongoing four-day trip to India, shortly after touring the Taj Mahal in Agra earlier in the day. His stop in the Pink City formed part of a broader itinerary that combined diplomatic engagements with cultural visits ahead of the Quad Summit. Arriving in Jaipur from Agra, Rubio proceeded to the hilltop Amer Fort, where he was welcomed with traditional Rajasthani hospitality, including folk performances. During the visit, the US delegation explored key sections of the palace complex, with guides highlighting its architectural and historical significance.
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About Amer Fort
The 16th-century Amer Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is regarded as one of Rajasthan's most iconic landmarks, known for its fusion of Rajput and Mughal architectural styles. Prominent features such as the Sheesh Mahal, Diwan-e-Aam and Ganesh Pol draw visitors from across the world and offer stunning views of the surrounding Maotha Lake.
Beyond its striking facades, Amer Fort is laid out across multiple interconnected courtyards that once served different royal and administrative purposes. Entry into the complex is through grand gateways such as Suraj Pol, which opens into the expansive Jaleb Chowk - a courtyard historically used for ceremonial gatherings and troop assemblies during the Rajput era.
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor, who accompanied the Rubio couple during the visit, also shared a glimpse from Jaipur on X. Posting a picture featuring the group at the heritage site, Gor wrote, “Jaipur, the Pink City, where every sunset paints the palaces in hues of rose and gold. Heart of Rajasthan!”
Jaipur, the Pink City, where every sunset paints the palaces in hues of rose and gold. Heart of Rajasthan! pic.twitter.com/w4yd70FbyJ
— Ambassador Sergio Gor (@USAmbIndia) May 26, 2026
The Jaipur visit came after Rubio's earlier stop at the Taj Mahal in Agra, where he spent around 90 minutes at the monument with his wife and US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor. During the visit, he described the iconic mausoleum as “one of the true treasures of the world” in the visitors' book.
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