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Jaipur

Jaipur is the capital Rajasthan state in Northern India. The city is named after Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the ruler of Amber and was founded on 18 November 1727. Jaipur city is...

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Jaipur Travel Guide

Jaipur is the capital Rajasthan state in Northern India. The city is named after Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the ruler of Amber and was founded on 18 November 1727. Jaipur city is enclosed within hills with fascinating bazaars, well known museums, opulent palaces and historical sights. This city of Rajputs is well known for its fairs and fests. The festivals include kite festival, camel festival, teej, elephant festival to name a few. The city is also known as Pink City of India

 

 

 

RajasthanState North IndiaRegion 13+Stays
Population 3.1 million
Geo Location North
Average Climate
Summer 45° C - 36° C Winter 27° C - 15° C
Best Time To Visit October to March
Highlights

Tourist Attractions in Jaipur

City Palace

City Palace

    It is in the heart of city and home to the rulers of Jaipur since 18th century. The complex is superb blend of Mughal and Rajput architecture, with open and airy Mughal style buildings. Part of complex is open to the public as museum. It treasures, which include miniature paintings, manuscripts, carpets, musical instruments, royal costumes and weaponry, provide a spectacular view of Jaipur’s past.
Jantar Mantar

Jantar Mantar

It is one of the largest and best preserved among the five observatories built by Sawai Jai Singh II. Built between 1728 and 1734, the observatory has been described as ``the most realistic and logical landscape in stone’’. Some of its instruments are still used to forecast how hot the summer will be and also expected monsoon conditions.

Hawa Mahal

Hawa Mahal

Also known as `Palace of Winds’ and built in 1799. It is a five storeys extraordinary façade of airy openings and windows and was designed in this way to enable veiled women of the palace to watch unnoticed the outside lively street scenes

Amber Fort

Amber Fort

11 kms from Jaipur, it was once the capital of the Minas – the original inhabitants of this area. Visitors enjoy elephant ride up the hills to admire massive gateways, pillared pavilions and palaces. The architecture is a fine blend of the Mughal and Rajput schools of architecture, beautifully combining white marble and red stone. The Amber Palace is a splendid complex built within the Amber Fort. Large gardens, grand chambers and rooms coupled with a beautiful decoration and excellent planning mark the construction of the Amber Palace

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The Lalit Jaipur

The Lalit

The Lalit Jaipur is a 5-star deluxe hotel, minutes away from the international airport and major cultural attractions. Inspired by local architectu...

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The Oberoi Rajvilas Jaipur

The Oberoi Rajvilas

Teminiscent of a princely fortress, The Oberoi Rajvilas is an oasis of luxury & comfort. The resort has 32 acres of landscaped gardens and reflecti...

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Mandawa Haveli Jaipur

Mandawa Haveli

The haveli built in the Jaipur style of architecture with numerous pillars and arches is located in the heart of Jaipur City on Sansar Chandra Road...

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Trident Jaipur

Trident

Surrender to the charms of this beautiful city when you stay at Trident, Jaipur. Located en route to the famous Amber Fort, the hotel offers stunni...

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The Raj Palace Jaipur

The Raj Palace

The Raj Palace, the traditional with some of the modern structures robs the town of its singular character and charm. This beautiful blend of Mugha...

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Jai Mahal Palace Jaipur

Jai Mahal Palace

The majestic palace, a vast complex of regal rooms, pretty pavilions and charming colonnades set amidst 18 acres of landscaped gardens, traces its ...

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Holiday Inn Jaipur

Holiday Inn

Holiday Inn, Jaipur is a 4 Star International Brand Budget Hotel and offer accommodation which is a unique blend of traditional Rajasthani architec...

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Samode Haveli Jaipur

Samode Haveli

The romance of this 175-year-old Haveli continues through a passage decorated with traditional memorabilia and leads you to a delightful central co...

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ITC Rajputana Jaipur

ITC Rajputana

ITC Rajputana offers the best accommodations in the city with a host of comforts and services in settings that reflect the spirit of Rajasthan and ...

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Hotel Samode Palace Jaipur

Hotel Samode Palace

Under the impressive Sheogarh Fort, the private balconies, restaurants and dining areas, and the intriguing pools - open out to the sky on clear da...

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Hotel Samode Bagh Jaipur

Hotel Samode Bagh

The Samode Bagh is idyllic and unusual; more haven than hotel. Enjoy the lush abundance of flowers and trees, walk amidst fountains and waterways, ...

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