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Jaipur was founded by Sawai Jai Singh also
known as the Pink City, Because it is designed in pink colour.
Jaipur is the most colourful city of Rajasthan, mainly famous
for its exotic Forts, Lavish Palaces, evergreen gardens,
friendly people and for shopping.
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How to reach Jaipur |
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Jaipur, being the capital of Rajasthan it is easily accessible by all means.
Daily Flights are available to all major cities like New Delhi,
Mumbai, Udaipur, Jodhpur, flights to Kolkata is also available. It is
well connected by Roads & Trains. You can hire a cab from
New Delhi or can pick the Volvo - Bus provided by the Rajasthan
Govt.
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Distance from major cities |
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New Delhi |
259 Kms |
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Mumbai |
1202 Kms |
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Udaipur |
405 Kms |
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Jodhpur |
336 Kms |
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Jaisalmer |
621 Kms |
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Places to see |
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City Palace Complex :: This Palace is the
residence of the Maharaja of Jaipur.
It occupies a large area divided into a series of gardens,
courtyards, gardens and buildings. The palace is the blend of
Rajasthani & Mughal architecture, now converted into a museum
& houses unique antiques.
Amber Fort :: This exotic fort is famous for its fascinating
architecture, there you can enjoy an elephant to approach the
Fort.
Old City - The Pink City :: The old city is partially encirvled
by a crenllated wall - the major gates are Chand Pol, Ajmer &
Sanganeri. The mains bazaars of the old city i.e. Johri Bazar,
Bapu bazaar, Tripolia Bazaar and Chand Pol Bazaar is worth to
visit.
Jaigarh Fort :: It was built by Sawai Jai Sigh for military
purpose. This fort houses the largest cannon called "Jaiban"
Nahargarh :: The Tiger fort was built in 1734. The best place to
see the Sunset & the city from the top.
Hawa Mahal :: Its the Wind Palace specially made for royal
ladies to see the city activities.
Royal Gaitor :: The beautiful cenotaphs of the royal family are
just outside the city walls.
Albert Hall Museum :: It houses some of the rare collections of
carpets, artifacts, textile, pottery and other craft items.
Birla Temple :: This wonderful state of the art temple is made
up of pure white marble and must not be missed.
Jantar Mantar :: This observatory was built in 1728 by Sawai Jai Sigh to
study the position & movement of the planets.
Galta Ji :: The temple of the Sun god, a rocky barren orge leads
up to it and there are good views over the surrounding plains.
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