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Jaipur, often referred to as the "Pink City", beacuse of the olour of the stone used exclusively in this walled city, is a one of the corners of the "Golden Triangle" tourist circuit along with Delhi and Agra. Jaipur, founded by Maharaja Jai Singh II, ruler of Amber, has a colorful history, attractive monuments and forts, luxurious hotels which were once the palaces of kings, parks, and nearby places of interest. Jaipur  with its old world charm is a tourist's paradise.

Jaipur is the first planned city in India and was designed according to Vastu standards (Vedic planning). The directions of each street, and location of key buildings and markets were all constructed on the appropriate East / West / South / North axis to maximise Vastu benefits.  While most Indian towns of that period presented a chaotic picture of narrow lanes, and a confusion of buildings that bore little resemblance to the Hindu architectural principles, Jaipur stood out with its discipline to geometric planning. Originally a walled city, Jaipur has expanded from outside of its gated walls. 

Unfortunately, with urban sprawl and crowds as faced in much of India, it is difficult for one to experience all of the historical beauty of Jaipur.  Nevertheless, the city is an attractive holiday destination given its rich and colourful mix of history, architecture, forts, palaces and other nearby destinations.

Many of Jaipur's famous tourist attraction's are located in the Old City. Jaipur City Palace built by Maharaja Jai Singh II has many excluisive and elegant rooms like Mubarak Mahal, Badal Mahal, City Palace Museum to see. Hawa Mahal which was built mainly for the ladies of the royal household is a beautiful building with pink sandstone honeycombed windows called Jharokhas. Hawa Mahal also called Palace of the Winds with its interlaced windows, allowed the women to look out without being seen themselves. Janatr Mantar is an astronomical observatory built by maharaja Jai Singh II who was a fan of astronomy and has built similar structures at Delhi, Nashik, Varanasi and Ujjai.

Amber Fort, is one the very popular tourist attarctions of Jaipur and fomer capital of Jaipur state, was a stronghold of the Rajputs. It is situated on a hillock close to the city outskirts. The Plaace and Fort complex has some beauiful rooms, chambers, gardens an halls which are a must visit. jal mahal too lies on the outskits of the city, on the way to Amber Fort. Jal Mahal, a four storey building is situated in the middlle of the Mansagar Lake.

Jaipur is very famous for certain markets like brassware, textiles, hand painted cloths, folk minitaure paintings, jewellery etc

Krishna Palace in Jaipur, has been recognized as one of the top three properties in Asia, for their outstanding contribution to the budget accomodation industry for tourist.

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[ Edit ] History

Jaipur, which means the "City of Victory" was established in 1727 by Maharaja Jai Singh II as his new capital when it was shifted from its historical base in Amber.

Quick Facts

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Rajasthan

[ Edit ] Location

Jaipur is located ~ 260 km South West of Delhi.

[ Edit ] Best Time To Visit

The best months to vist Jaipur are between October to March.  If you are comfortable with the rains, June to September can also be decent months to visit Jaipur.

[ Edit ] Tourist Offices

RTDC Central Reservation Office, Hotel Swagatham Complex, Jaipur, Tel: 0141-2315714

[ Edit ] STD Code

0141

Sightseeing

Albert Hall

Amber Fort

Hawa Mahal

Jaigarh Fort

Jaipur City Palace

Jal Mahal

Jantar Mantar - Jaipur

Nahargarh Fort

Old City

Ram Niwas Garden

Ramgarh Fort

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