Jaipur
City Information
Popular in the name of Pink
City, Jaipur is and important destination
in Golden Triangle of Indian tourism.
founded in 1727 AD by one of the greatest
rulers of the Kachhawaha clan, the astronomer
king Sawai Jai Singh. The pink color was used
at the time of making to create an impression
of red sandstone buildings of Mughal cities
- and repainted in 1876, during the visit
of the Prince of Wales. The tourist who's
discovered that urban India is one maze of
cluttered cities will be pleasantly surprised
with Jaipur. With its broad avenues, its well
laid out gardens and specifically designed
areas for markets and residential centres,
Jaipur is a success story of 18th century
city planning.
As with many other places in India, the
ancient and the modern co-exist in harmony.
In Jaipur, veiled peasant women in swirling
ghagras and dazzling odhnis rub shoulders
with youngsters in designer jeans and tie
and dye turbans while solemn camels lope alongside
shiny cars. .
Main
Sightseeing of Jaipur
The City Palace and Museum
: houses an exquisite collection of textiles,
costumes, carpets, the finest porcelain
and a rare collection of arms and paintings.
It is here that you can see the world’s
largest silver objects - a pair of giant
urns.
Hawa Mahal or the ‘Palace
of Winds’ : is one of the
most unusual structures built by Maharaja
Sawai Pratap Singh. Honeycombed with over
900 niches or windows, it allowed the ladies
of the court to watch the activities on
the streets below and yet not be seen themselves.
The Hawa Mahal too is made of the famed
Jaipur pink stone.
Jantar Mantar : is one
of the five observatories built by Sawai
Jai Singh whose ruling passion was astronomy.
It was built between 1728-34 and consists
of observer’s seat, sundial and a
number of enormous instruments used to calculate
altitude, locate and identify celestial
bodies. These instruments are extremely
accurate. .
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Excursions
from Jaipur
The Amber Fort and Palace : Amber,
11 km from Jaipur is a fascinating blend of
Hindu and Muslim architecture. Built in the
16th and early 17th centuries by Raja Man
Singh and his successor Jai Singh I, it sprawls
dramatically on a hillside overlooking the
Maotha Lake. The white marble and red sandstone
complex has some interesting apartments of
a kind found nowhere else. The stunning Sheesh
Mahal in the Jai Mandir, the Jas Mandir, Sukh
Niwas and the shimmering gateway Ganesh Pol,
justify the ten-minute climb up the hill.
The less energetic can make the journey riding
a caparisoned elephant, in the manner of former
kings and queens.
Jal Mahal : A
picturesque palace amidst the Man Sagar Lake.
It was built for royal duck shooting parties.
A great place to visit during the monsoons.
Kanak Vrindavan : A newly
restored temple on the foothills of Nahargarh.
The landscaped gardens have made it a popular
picnic spot.
Galta Ji temple : A pilgrimage
center with several pavilions, natural sprins
and the only sun temple in this part of India.
Chokhi Dhani or the Ethenic Village
: situated has been the mirror of
Rajasthani culture since 1989. Spread over
10 acres of beautifully landscaped area for
a rustic look, it is dotted with machaans
& platforms where different folk artists
perform concurrently. A village fair is created
every evening as an ongoing celebration of
the rich & vibrant cultural heritage of
Rajasthan. Started as part of ambiance for
a restaurant, over the years it has evolved
as a tasteful and authentic symbol of ethnic
village life of this most colorful state in
the country. Today, the name of Chokhi Dhani
is synonymous with Rajasthani culture throughout
the country.
Sisodia Palace and Garden and Vidyadhar
Garden : On the way to Galta, these
gardens are laid out in tiers. These house
several galleries, pavilions and beautiful
murals depicting scenes from the life of Lord
Krishna which are a visual delight. An ideal
location for watching peacocks.
Samod : The old palace,
renovated and rebuilt in the 19th century
provides one of the most gorgeously decorated
and painted examples of Rajput haveli architecture.
Located 40 km northwest of Jaipur, amidst
the quiet of protective hills,this palace
is a visual treat. The sleepy little town
of Samod has its own cloth printers, bangle
makers and other artisans. The palace has
recently been converted as a heritage hotel.
How
to reach Jaipur ?
By Air : Connected by all
major domestic flights to main cities of India.
By Rail : Well connected
railway network with major cities. Also in
the track of famous train "Palace on
Wheels".
By Road : Connected with
all major cities by good road network and
comes in National Highway No.8.
