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Jaipur Travel Guide
Jaipur is the capital and largest city of Rajasthan. It is the first planned city of India. It is also called as the Pink City of India because almost all buildings in the wall city of Jaipur are painted in shades of pink or red. This charming pink city was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the ruler of Amber, a great builder, ruler and astronomer.
Today, Jaipur is the one of the most sought after tourist destinations in Rajasthan and India. It attracts a large number of domestic and international tourists every year quite in good number. It is also gateway of Rajasthan tours. Almost all major tourist destinations of Rajasthan are conveniently accessible from this city. Being a great tourist destination in India, this city has lots to offer its visitors.
Tourist Attractions in Jaipur
Major attractions to visit on tours to Jaipur are Amber Fort (Amer Palace), Nahargarh Fort, Jaigarh Fort, Jal Mahal (Water Palace), Hawa Mahal (the Palace of Winds), Jantar Mantar Royal Observatory (world heritage site), City Palace, Ram Niwas Gardens (housing Jaipur Zoo an Albert Hall Museum / Central Museum), Birla Temple, Rambagh Palace, Kanak Vrindavan, Raj Mandir Cinema, etc.
Amber Fort is located outside Jaipur on a hill. The fort complex houses many beautiful structures including temples, palaces and courtyards. Hence tourists are taken there by elephant safari ride. The fort is also accessible by jeeps. Jal Mahal is a five-storey building located in the middle of the Mansagar Lake. The four bottom floors are submerged into water of the lake. The only top floor is visible from outside.
Located in the hearty of Jaipur the City Palace in fact is a palace complex housing beautiful buildings, pavilions, temples, gardens, courtyards, etc. Chandra Mahal (Moon Palace), Mubarak Mahal (Welcome Palace), Maharani Palace, Sheesh Mahal, Pitam Niwas Chowk, Peacock Gate, Diwan-I-Aam, Diwan-I-Khas, Govind Dev Ji Temple, etc are major attractions in side the palace complex. Hawa Mahal is adjacent to the palace complex. It is a five-storey building and its exteriors look akin to the honeycomb of the beehive due to 953 latticed windows called Jharokhas.
Most preferred and recommended time to visit Jaipur is October to March.
Shopping in Jaipur
Jaipur is also called the Gem City of India because it is a major hub for jewelry production in India, and is especially known for precious and semi-precious gems & stones and traditionally designed jewelry. It is known for specific artworks made on jewelry such as Kundan Work and Meenakari Work. Johari Bazaar is the most coveted place for shopping for gems and jewelry in Jaipur. Here tourists can also shop for exquisite handcrafts. In fact, all major bazaars of this city are famous for exquisite handicrafts and gems. Bapu Bazaar, Nehru Bazaar, Kishanpol Bazaar, and Tripolia Bazaar are famous places for shopping in Jaipur. Indeed, the city is shopper’s paradise. Do not forget to enjoy purchase some jewelry or handcrafts on your Jaipur tour.
How to Reach Jaipur
Jaipur is well-connected by road, rail and air. Domestic flights connect Jaipur with Delhi, Udaipur, Mumbai and Ahmedabad. Jaipur is also connected by some international flights. Jaipur city can be also traveled or covered by the Palace on Wheels - India’s most luxury train.
