Jaipur
The Pink City of Rajasthan, Jaipur is a blessing for those seeking the rich heritage of incredible India. The city treats you with marvellous wonders of history and makes you fall in love with the cultures and traditions of Rajasthan.
To start with, Amer Fort of Jaipur remains on the itinerary of every traveller visiting Jaipur. The fort is made of red sandstone and marble and houses impressive features like Diwan-i-Khaas, Sheesh Mahal, etc. Mirror work showcased in the fort is matchless and makes many jaws drop. Next you must explore the gracious Jaigarh Fort known for housing the world’s largest cannon on wheels. It overlooks the Amer Fort and houses a museum apart from an armoury chamber.
The beauty of Nahargarh Fort fascinates everyone to take a ride up on the Aravali hills. It was raised in 1734 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. From this fort, you can get a bird’s eye view of the complete Jaipur city. Sitting right in the heart of the city of Jaipur, City Palace flaunts a beautiful mix of unmatched Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. The palace has been adorned with grand courtyards, gardens, a museum, an art gallery, etc.
Hawa Mahal is another spectacular attraction of Jaipur also known with the name of Palace Of Winds. The monument has 953 small intricately designed windows with intricate latticework. It was made especially for royal ladies to let them enjoy street processions without being seen.
Jantar Mantar Observatory is a wonderful historical Observatory built by King Jai Singh II in Jaipur. It houses 14 structures which calculate time, predict eclipses, and track stars.
Do not miss a shopping spree while you are in Jaipur to bag authentic Rajasthani ornaments, clothes, textiles, gemstones and much more.
How to Reach:
By Air: The Jaipur Airport is 12 kilometres from the heart of the city. It serves both international as well as domestic flights.
By Rail: Jaipur can be easily reached by train as Jaipur airport has connections with Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Jodhpur, Udaipur, etc.
By Road: Both Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation (RSRTC) buses and private bus services are available to the city of Jaipur. Self drive option is also great.