Jaipur, the princely city is copiously blessed with royal heritage. Popularly known as the 'Pink City', it is located in the most colorful desert in the world, Rajasthan. Well planned, the city was once the abode of the raja-maharajas. If you wish to see the royal legacy of the glorious past, Jaipur has a lot to mesmerize you.
Come to this enchanting land and experience its rich cultural heritage. This city is a great testimony to the royalty and chivalry of Rajasthan. The people here are hospitable and are well known for their deep rooted traditions and colorful attires.
The architectural beauty of the city can be best seen in its popular structures:
City Palace
High on royalty, it reflects the beauty of Rajputana and Mughal architecture. It is an assortment of several stunning chambers such as Chandra Mahal, Mubarak Mahal, Diwan-e-Aam and Diwan-e-Khas.
Hawa Mahal
The beauty of this structure lies in its architectural design. It boasts of more than 900 windows. This red colored establishment was built especially for the royal ladies to allow them to see the city life through the windows without themselves being seen.
Jantar Mantar
This largest stone observatory of the world is truly a wonder in itself. It is dotted with several stone instruments which are used to measure various astronomical phenomenon.
Nahargarh Fort
Located on a hill, this fort has an interesting legend attached to it. It is a beautiful structure which overlooks Man Sagar lake.
Amber Fort
This wonderful fort is a great amalgamation of Rajput and Mughal architectural styles. The stunning interiors of the fort are adorned with amazing paintings, carvings and semi-precious stone work.
Go on a Heritage Rajasthan Tour and experience and explore the royalty of the era gone by. Rajasthan Tour offers several princely cities which are dotted with wonderful attractions. Jaipur Tourism beckons you to experience the royalty of the raja-maharajas.
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