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Jal Mahal Palace
The secluded floating palace was built by Sawai Madho Singh in 1799 AD. It was once a place for duck shooting parties, where royal dignitaries bang the ambiance with vibrant activities. Many believe the palace as a ship on the serene Man Sagar Lake and therefore plan to enjoy wintry days in and around it. During winter season, the magnificent fort caste a magic spell in the Jaipur. A variety of migratory birds twitters at the lake and create a romantic atmosphere around the picture post card Mahal. An evening sight worth more then a million dollar. The golden sky appears like mingling with the turquoise water of the lake, with beholding the Mahal at the backdrop. Once a Summer resort for Royal Kings and Queens, Jal Mahal is built in an impeccable fusion of Indo-Mughal style of architecture. Its first four floors are immersed inside water, while its top floor is visible from distance apart. The red sandstone building is surrounded by the Nahargarh hills on all side and history says, that the lake was formed by constructing a dam between the two hills.
Nahargarh Fort	Top^
The famous Nahargarh Fort in Rajasthan is located on the sheer rugged parapet of Aravali Hills forming an impressive northern decor of Jaipur. The Nahargarh Fort, also known as the Tiger Fort was strategically exigent and was built as a means of cushioning Amer. The older parts of the fort succumbed to the blitzkrieg of time but the newer additions are simply mind blowing. Built by Sawai Raja Jai Singh in the year 1734. A royal retreat for the Maharanis, it was also used as a personal treasury for many years. Originally called Sudarshan Garh, it affords a splendid view of Jaipur. Beyond the hills of Jaigarh, stands the fort of Nahargarh like a watchful sentinel guarding Sawai Jai Singh's beautiful capital. Much of the original structures are now in ruins, but the lovely buildings added by Sawai Ram Singh II and Sawai Madho Singh II in the 19th century are preserved in a good condition.
Jaigarh Fort	Top^
Jaigarh Fort is situated in the top of hill popularly known as Cheer ka Teela (Hill of Eagles), it is also known as “Victory Fort” located around 15kms from Jaipur in Rajasthan. Jaigarh Fort is in the top of the hill while Amber Fort is at the bottom. However, both the forts are connected through well guarded passage. The view of the fort is very spectacular. This Jaigarh Fort was mainly build to tighten the security of Amber and Jaipur, so you may not find this fort very artistic as the other forts, but the fort has its own charm. The fort comprises of structures from the medieval era which is worth seeing. It includes several granaries, palaces, tall tower, temples and planned cannon foundry. Jaigarh Fort served the purpose of artillery production of the Rajputs.
Hawa Mahal	Top^
Hawa Mahal also known as Palace of the Wind, is a magnum opus of Rajput artistry. Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh constructed the palace in 1799. This 5 story magnificent palace built in red and pink sandstone is exquisitely bordered with motifs painted with quick lime. Hawa Mahal is an indispensable part of the City Palace, a dilatation of the Zenana Mahal a women's chambers, standing away from the main complex. The Mahal with a marvelous panorama of Jaipur City and kaleidoscopic view of market place was primarily entrenched with the aim of enabling ladies of the royal court to watch the royal processions and other activities on road without being seen by others.
Amber Fort	Top^
The delicate pink fortified palace was built in 1592 by Maharaja Man Singh I. Amber, pronounced Amer, was the ancient capital of Jaipur. Amber Fort is among one of the best hilltop forts in India, it is carved into the hillside and the reflection of the fort is vivid in the Moata Lake. Tourists can climb up to the fort from the road or take a turn in the jeeps that travel up regularly or for even more excitement, ride one of the elephants. The Jaleb Chowk is the first court inside Amber Fort and it is filled with souvenir shops and decorated elephants. Next is the Shila Devi Temple, dedicated to the goddess of war, Kali. To the left of the temple is the Hall of Public Audience (Diwan-i-Am) with decorated walls and terraces that are frequented by monkeys. Further in the Fort is the Sukh Niwas (Hall of Pleasure), next to the third courtyard filled with flowers, that has a channel that used to carry cooling water. The Temple of Victory (Jai Mandir) is near the Maharaja's private apartments. The decorative panels and colorful ceilings are noteworthy and Jai Mandir provides excellent views of the palace and the lake below.
City Palace	Top^
City Palace is one of the prized attractions in the city of Jaipur. This grand palace, built in the early 18th century, has seen a lot of additions and modifications by the successors of Maharaja Jai Singh II. The palace is established over a wide area and covers as much as one seventh of the total walled city (old Jaipur). This imposing structure features a number of courtyards, gardens and smaller compounds; all built in perfection, revealing the royal taste and class. The foundation of City Palace was laid at the time when the city of Jaipur itself came into existence. Sawai Maharaja Jai Singh, who founded Jaipur and also laid the foundation of the City Palace, set apart two out of nine segments in which the city was divided, for the purpose of constructing this beautiful palace. The area covered by the City Palace is around one seventh of total area of the Jaipur. Though the foundation was laid in the 18th century itself, further additions and modification in the palace complex continued for the next two centuries.
Laxmi Narayan Temple	Top^
Dedicated to Lord Vishnu and his consort Lakshmi, Birla Mandir in the pink City exhibits contemporary architecture. Though the temple is named after the deities, it is rather known by the name Birla temple, since this was built by the corporate giants, Birla Foundation. Built in with glittering white marble, this temple presents an enthralling look. The chief deity in the temple gives an ethereal appeal since it is made up of a single piece of marble. The Laxminarayan Temple was built in 1904 (Vikram Era), with the ardent devotion of Shri Rang Ramanuj Das, and unconditional support of Seth Laxmi Chand and his youger brother, Radha Krishan. Located near the Surajpole Darwaja in Jaipur, the Laxminarayan Temple receives worshipers and devotees in large numbers every year. The temple’s holy saints (or gurus) impart spiritual teachings among the young and the old. Today, Shri Swami TriVikramacharaya holds administrative powers to the temple's solemn throne.
samode palace	Top^
Samode Palace was awarded for the best Heritage hotel in the country, for 5 repeated years, the Palace has been scrupulously restored offering a retreat into an incredibly beautiful location where one can rejuvenate & enjoy India's natural beauty and rich heritage. It is located in the center of Aravali mountains. Samode Palace is one of India's best palaces & romantic luxury hotels. It offers a quiet, neat and luxurious atmosphere. Considered India's finest hotel for its consummate standards of modern hospitality, accommodation, services, cuisine and amenities, it is the flagship of the Samode Hotels. The Samode Palace hotel maintains an immutable majestic presence and is a touching reminder of the vision of its creators. The palace has total 43 luxuriously appointed rooms including 3 Royal Suites, 15 Deluxe suites and 25 Deluxe Rooms. All the rooms are equipped with all modern amenities. Staying at Samode Palace is really a unforgettable experience.
Jantar Mantar	Top^
Jantar Mantar in Jaipur has been modeled after the similar one was build in Delhi, the capital of India. But, the observatory in the Pink City(Jaipur) of Rajasthan is the largest one. It presents the brilliant combination of marbles and stone. The campus in and around the astronomical building has been constructed in such a way, that it follows the scientific calculation and combination used in tracing the celestial bodies. Each nook and corner has been measured as per astronomical scale and has clear lining of marble. The huge stone observation devices, built with different dimensions represents the excellent architectural work of archaic eras. Jantar Mantar is a living proof of the interest of the people even 300 years ago in astronomy and the science of celestial bodies. The fourteen geometric instruments of Jantar Mantar can still be used for making astronomical observations. The concrete astronomical instruments calculate the time of the day, can predict eclipses, measure the height of the celestial bodies and predict the situation of the constellations.
narain niwas palace	Top^
This heritage hotel run by the royal family itself. Various uniques features of this hotel include Impressive exterior and interiors with architecture, typical of Jaipur, Vast courtyards and huge lawns at front and back with lots of peacocks around, Original furnishings and fittings, Walls and ceilings brightly painted of murals and frescoes and Lots of greenery. Hotel offers tastefully appointed rooms and suites with modern amenities and an open courtyard for dinner which becomes full of life with folk performances in the evening. Hotel Narain Niwas has 28 tastefully appointed rooms and suites with modern amenities which a traveller expcts from any hotel of this class. It also has Restaurants serving Indian, Continental and local food.
central museum	Top^
Central Museum built on 1886 A.D. It is also known as the Albert Hall. Designed by Colonel Sir Swinton Jacob who has crafted other Palaces of Rajasthan, built the Albert hall in honor of the King Edward VII visit to Jaipur, in Indo-Saracenic style. The majestic edifice houses a collection of paintings a few hundred years old, exquisite jewelry, chiselled brasswares, pottery and natural stones, ivory goods, metal sculptures and crystal works. A section of the museum displays Egyptian mummy and another section exhibits dolls and toys of various countries. Through the displays of costumes, pottery, brassware and woodwork one can catch a glimpse of the life style of Rajasthani village. The Durbar Hall, which is usually locked, has the most magnificent Persian Garden Carpet. Made in Kerman, Persia the design depicts the Garden of Paradise.
Sisodia Rani Ka Bagh	Top^
Sisodia Rani Ka Bagh is a beautiful garden, located at a distance of 10 kms from Jaipur, on Jaipur-Agra Highway. Sisodia Bagh gets a prime attraction in the charming city of Jaipur. The Garden appeals more to the beholder, since it stands as a symbol of love. In 1728, Sisodia Rani Garden was built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, with an intention to gift the garden, to his Sisodia Queen from Udaipur. As the name suggests, the Garden was named after the queen, who was adorable to the King. Sisodia Rani Garden served as a natural sanctum and a getaway for the Maharani of Jaipur. Here, the queen used to spend time in the lap of nature, away from the political machinations of the royal palace. The Garden houses fragrant shrubs and exquisite variety of plants, which exclaims the fact that it made a perfect sanctum for the lady of the royal household. For centuries, the garden offered a retreat to the crowned heads and royal ladies, but at present everybody can enjoy this exotic and refreshing garden.
Govind devji temple	Top^
A vital part of the city Palace complex, this Krishna temple has been highly preserved by the erstwhile royal family. Sawai Jai Singh installed the image of GOVIND DEV JI(an incarnation of lord Krishna) after it was brought from Vrindavan. Housed within the sanctum of this spire less temple, the patron deity of the royal family is very religiously worshipped by most of the Hindus in the city and near by areas. The image is unveiled seven times daily for 'AARTIES' and BHOGS offered in the silver wares, consisting of sweets mostly. The idols of RADHA KRISHNA are dressed in different styles each time for the 'AARTI' procession where thousands of followers or 'Bhakt' gather around the courtyard for the Darshan (a look connecting them with the divine). According to a legend, Govind Dev Ji appeared in the dream of Raja Sawai Jai Singh and asked him to bring his idol from Vrindavan to Jaipur. As a consequence, Raja Sawai Jai Singh brought the idol and placed in the City Palace complex of Jaipur. After the sad demise of Jai Singh, many successors acquired the throne, but Raja Man Singh took the initiative to build the temple in 1890.
rambagh palace	Top^
Rambagh Palace Hotel evokes the reminder of erstwhile royalty, those which were belong to the brave Rajputana. It is a beautiful combination of memories and reality, build around 1835 A.D. In congruous with modifications in architectural domain, the exquisite building was also bestowed with multiple nomenclature like building, quest house, palace and now a heritage hotel. The hotel dwells amidst an arena of 47 acres of lush green belt. Today, Rambagh Palace is one of the finest heritage palace hotels in Jaipur, which displays a unique picture of Rajput tradition. The palace hotel serves the taste of a royal living with its flourishing luxury and gracious hospitality. Come and be a guest in its imperial corridors.
galtaji temple	Top^
Galtaji Temple is famous for its natural water springs. Set amidst the beautiful landscape, Galtaji Temple offers a picturesque view of the city. Galtaji is considered holy place, as Saint Galav spent his life meditating here. The most celebrated temples of the place include the triple-storied temple of Balaji, which attracts to the aesthetic sense of the travelers and is built in pink stone. The impressive structure of the Balaji Temple appears more like a palatial mansion or Haveli. Located in the midst the low hills, the Temple of Galtaji, also is built in pink stone and has a huge complex.
kanak Vrindavan Garden	Top^
The splendid Kanak Vrindavan Garden reflects royalty in its architecture-it is a perfect blend of Rajput and Mughal architecture. It is located at the bottom of Nahargarh Fort and in close vicinity of Amber fort. The garden is also known as Kanak Ghati. It is an ideal place to enjoy your leisure in the lap of mother nature. According to a popular belief Ashwamedh Yajna was performed here. For that water from several rivers was gathered. The garden has several fountains, fountain called 'Parikrama' has been carved out of a single piece of marble. Wide variety of shrubs, plants, flowers and trees makes the ambiance of the garden very healthy. There is temple named Govind Deoji Temple which can cater to your spiritual side. The carvings and the mirror work of the temple attracts the attention of the tourists. Many scenes from Bollywood movies have also been shot here which shows how beautiful it must be. Go and find it for yourself. You can pay a visit to the garden any day before 5 pm and the temple remains open till 7 pm.
Cenotaphs of Gaitore	Top^
Gaitore is situated on the Jaipur-Amber road, about 15 kms from Jaipur. Gaitore is a royal cremation site of the majestic rulers of Jaipur. There is a cenotaph for each Maharaja, built in his honor. These royal cenotaphs of the Maharajas are commonly known as 'Chhatris'. The royal chhatris are engraved with typical Rajasthani carvings. Gaitore is regarded to be the mispronounced form of a Hindi phrase 'Gaye ka Thor' which means 'resting place of the departed souls'. The cenotaphs are erected with a perfect blend of architectural essentials of Islamic tomb architecture and Hindu temple architecture. Amongst all the cenotaphs, the one dedicated to Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II appeals the most. This Chhatri is built in pure white marble, ornamented with delicate carvings, peacocks and beautiful designs.
bissau palace	Top^
Bissau Palace is close to the walled city of Jaipur and overlooking the Tiger fort the Bissau Palace offers an oasis of calm, care, comfort and respite from the 'heat and dust' of the city. A gracious hotel with old-world charm and reputation for excellent cuisine and service. An atmosphere pregnant with intrigue, excitement, tragedy. Turreted ramparts enclosing a world of wealth. Hotel Bissau Palace in Jaipur in Rajasthan provides excellent accommodation facilities to the guests so as to make the stay an enjoyable and memorable one for the guests. The rooms have attached bathrooms with running hot and cold water. All rooms have air conditioners, color televisions with cable connection and 24 hrs room service.
Rajmahal Palace	Top^
Raj Mahal Palace, Jaipur, built way back in 1729 is a popular heritage hotel in Jaipur that has a history of serving many a high-profile guests that include Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Philip, Prince Charles and Lady Diana. Set amidst 15 acres of lush green lawns, Raj Mahal Palace, Jaipur holds out the promise of letting the guests enjoy a royal experience. Located on Amer Road in Jaipur, Raj Mahal Palace, locally known as Maji-Ka-Bagh, gives you the taste of the royal splendor and luxury. Jaipur's Raj Mahal Palace are offered the choice of 23 luxurious rooms. The rooms are further classified into Standard rooms, Superior rooms, Junior Suites and Royal Suites. The rooms are furnished with period furniture that imparts a royal look.