Top 5 Places to Visit in Jaipur
Blending royalty and culture, Jaipur offer a perfect juxtaposition coming straight from the heart of the desert. With its immense charm of culture, architecture and rich history, this land of imperials has earned surplus fame internationally. Jaipur is the mirror of rich Indian culture, where the sweet melody of Padharo Maahare Des (Welcome to my city) resounds and attracts both international and domestic tourists alike.
The Indian thesaurus defines Jaipur as the land of royals, where brave hearts celebrated victories and dilated pages of history. An absolute dream of Maharaja Jai Singh II, Jaipur is a kaleidoscope of culture, art, tradition and most importantly rich royal history. Here is the list of top five places to visit in Jaipur that might urge you to stop being a booklouse and explore the city on your own.
City Palace:
Built by Maharaja Sawai Raja Singh II between 1729 and 1732, the City palace denotes the preface of the glorious tour of Jaipur. The marvelous mixture of European, Mughal and Rajput architecture can be distinctly seen in the palace. A major portion of the mansion has been converted into a museum and is open for public visits. One is likely to have a holistic interaction with royalty and rich inheritance of history here. Right from the grand Atish Pol (entrance) to the seven-storied Chandra Mahal, detailed workmanship is evident.
Attractions: Udaipol/Atish Pol (Entrance Gates), Mubarak Mahal, Sarvatobhadra (Private Audience Room), Clock Tower, Sabha Niwas (Public Audience Room and modern day art museum), Ridhi Sidhi Pol, Pritam Niwas Chowk, Chandra Mahal (Modern day residence of the royal family).
Hawa Mahal:
One of the prominent spectacles of the architectural excellence of the Rajputs, Hawa Mahal stands invincible on the majestic grounds of Jaipur. Built by Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799, this incredible piece of structure is in a pyramid shape and has mind-blowing sum of 953 windows. Legend has it that the palace was built so that the women of the royal household could take a view of the bustling streets without being noticed. The stupendous façade of this wind castle makes it one of the prime places to visit in Jaipur.
Galtaji Temple:
Towered by two granite cliffs, Galta Monkey Temple is quite an adventure in itself. Located 10kms away from Jaipur, this holy shrine is built in pink sandstones. There are 7 water tanks (Kunds) inside the temple’s complex, out of which one pool has been taken by the monkey that congregate to swim and bathe here. Set amidst beautiful surroundings, Galtaji makes it to the list of best Jaipur tourist places.
Amber Fort and Palace:
Perched upon a hilltop, the mystical Amber Fort overlooks the Maota Lake. Popularly known as Amer Fort, it is located 11kms away from the city. Built in the 16th Century by Raja Man Singh I, Amer is an epitome of excellent architecture. Exquisite paintings complimenting the intricate carvings on the wall reflect the fine architecture taste. The fort is in fact a mirror of the revolutionary, self-indulgent and adventurous temperament of the Rajputs.
Attractions: Diwan-i-Aam (Public Audience Hall), Diwan-i-Khas (Private Audience Hall), Sukh Niwas/Sukh Mandir, Sheesh Mahal (Mirror Palace), Kesar Kyari (Garden) and Elephant Ride.
Nahargarh Fort:
Overlooking the Jaipur city, Nahargarh fort is set atop the Aravali hill. Established in the 16th Century by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, this marvel is one of the best Jaipur tourist places. The resplendent Indo-European architecture with detail workmanship vestiges leads visitors back in time. The biological park placed in the premises is another attraction in the fort. Known for the best sunset views and a vantage point for the panoramic view of Jaipur city, Nahargarh Fort is a must visit.