Rajasthan, state of north-western India, located in the north-western part of the Indian subcontinent. It is bounded to the north and northeast by the states of Punjab and Haryana, to the east and southeast by the states of 1. By the state of Gujarat, and to the west and northwest by the provinces of Sindh and Punjab in Pakistan. The capital city is Jaipur, in the east-central part of the state.
JAIPUR – THE PINK CITY
Rajasthan is a state of unimaginable splendor and myriad experiences. While Jaipur is its bustling capital city and a business center, it is flavored strongly with an age-old charm that never fails to surprise a traveller.
Here is a list that will help you with the top 6 attractions to visit in the pink city of Jaipur.
- HAWA MAHAL
Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh built Hawa Mahal in 1779. Hawa Mahal is one of the famous places in Jaipur. It has hundreds of tiny windows from where the cold wind is coming. It has 953 tiny stained glass windows. The windows are locally called “jharokas”. Hawa Mahal is made from the pink stones that reflect the beauty of the Jaipur and is considered the epitome of Rajasthan architecture. Tourists love peeping out of them to see the beautiful city of Jaipur. Hawa Mahal somewhat resembles a honeycomb thanks to all its symmetrical windows.
2. AMBER FORT
Amber Fort (pronounced Aah-mare fort) was built by Raja Man Singh in the 16th century. Amber is a mesmerizing blend of Hindu and Mughal architecture. Amber fort was used by Rajput’s both for defense purpose as well as for residential purpose.
Apart from this, the amber fort has mighty walls as well as charming gardens and magnificent palaces made from marble and precious stones, richly decorated with intricate stonework and beautiful paintings. Amber fort also has – Amber Fort Houses Jai Mandir, a famous temple, which in turn houses the sublime Sheesh Mahal, a beautiful hall filled with mirrors that are so artistically set that even a tiny ray of light gets reflected in the mirrors and sets the hall ablaze with fiery radiance.
3. JANTAR MANTAR
Jantar Mantar was built by Maharaja Jai Singh in between 1727-1734. Jai Singh had constructed a total of five such facilities at different places including Delhi and Jaipur. The Jaipur’s outlook is the largest and most well preserved than Delhi’s Jantar Mantar.
A journey through Jaipur’s Jantar Mantar is a fantastic experience where one gets to walk through a geometrical maze of sorts and study an intricate astronomical system designed to probe the heavens. Also, it has the world’s largest stone sundial and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. along with 19 other astronomical instruments. Local taxi in Jaipur is the best option to make your way to the Jantar Mantar.
4. THE SHOPPING BAZAAR IN OLD CITY
In the pink city of Jaipur, it is also famous for shopping from where you can buy everything whatever you want!
There are a number of well-defined bazaars here.
• Johari Bazaar – At Johari Bazaar, one can get exquisite Kundan jewelry and traditional jewelry studded with precious and semi-precious stones like diamonds, rubies, emeralds, etc. Thanks to the rip-roaring business this bazaar does, Jaipur maintains its tag of the gem city of India. While you’re there you can also buy traditional Rajasthani sarees and lehengas. That’s all of Rajasthan in one market, make the most of it.
• Bapu Bazaar – Bapu Bazaar is a great place to stock up on embroidered garments
• Badi Chaupar – A perfect place to buy gifts for folks back home, If you’re in a hurry and need to shop fast, this is your go-to place. From block printed clothes to traditional souvenirs and gift items, you will find everything here.
• Nehru Bazaar – In Nehru Bazar, you will find the popular Mojri style footwear that is made of soft camel leather and is artistically embroidered. Locally called Jootis, they are known for their comfort and durability. Apart from this Nehru Bazaar are also deals in fabrics, saris, leather goods, and trinkets.
• Tripolia Bazaar – Tripolia Bazaar, that is known for ironware, brassware, and carpets. However, the bazaar has many shops dealing in utensils, rugs, textiles, furniture, trinkets and a host of other items.
• Chaura Rasta – Another thing that Jaipur is well known for is the variety of fine hand-printed paper. Chaura Rasta is a delight for stationery lovers. You’ll find a wide assortment of papers and books at affordable prices.
5. Chokdi Dhani
Chokhi Dhani is a popular attraction for tourists who wish to have a taste of village life in Rajasthan. Chokhi Dhani resort has features 5-star ethnic village themed cottages surrounded by lush greenery, the traditional style accommodations here include cottages, executive Cottages, Royal Cottages, Royal Suits, Haweli Suits, Dhola Maru Suits, Family Royal Suits, and Residential Suits.
These suits additionally offer dressing space, complimentary breakfast, butler services, separate shower cubicles, and Jacuzzi and many more things which you have loved.
You will be able to watch some lovely folk music and dance performances every evening. Other attractions include the puppet show, the magic show, and Bamboo calisthenics. In the evenings, the entire resort is lit up with twinkling lights that take you back in time to another, more royal era.
6. ALBERT HALL MUSEUM
Albert Hall Museum is located in Rajasthan, India. It is the oldest museum of the state and functions as the State Museum of Rajasthan. The building is situated in Ram Niwas garden outside the city wall opposite New gate and is a fine example of Indo-Saracenic architecture. It is also called the Government Central Museum.
It has an assortment of rare and beautiful artifacts on display including textiles, carpets, paintings, metal and wood crafts, pottery, arms and weapons, flora and fauna of the state, toys, dolls, etc. It also puts on display the miniature paintings of a number of sub-schools of Rajasthani art. The galleries on the ground floor showcase the dresses, and artifacts of the various tribes and classes of Rajasthan. One gallery has a showcase of henna art; an exhibition of the typical ethnic Rajasthani motifs and designs. Puppets and Phad paintings constitute yet another gallery. The highlights of the museum, however, are displayed in its central gallery, which is completely devoted to the physical expression of music and dance art forms.
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