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Hawa Mahal |
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The Palace of Winds is the most
recognizable monument of Jaipur. The five storeyed
pyramidal building with overhanging latticed balconies
is unique in conception and is designed to catch the
cool breeze on hot summer days. |
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Amber |
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The capital of the Kachhwahas,
Amber stands on a top of hill, 11 kms from the present
city. The Sheesh Mahal is considered by many as the
world's best chamber of mirrors.
At the base of the hill, in the shadow of the mighty
fortifications, is Jagat Shiromani temple, the royal
cenotaphs, including a memorial to Maharaja Mansingh I
with fine carvings from mythology. |
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Jantar Mantar |
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This observatory was built during
the reign of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh, in the 18th
century. These huge instruments were used to study the
movement of constellations and stars in the sky.
Enormous Sun-dials still provide the accurate time,
subject to daily corrections, which are displayed on
boards every day, helping one set one's watch with
precision. |
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Jaigarh Fort |
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15 kms. away standing on a high
hill this overlooks the palaces and city of Amer below.
Jaigarh was constructed according to the guidelines
given in the Purans and the Shilp Shastra by Kakil Dev.
The world's biggest canon on wheels is positioned here
and dates back to 1720 AD, built by Maharja Sawai Jai
Singh. It has a 20 feet long barrel and wheels nine feet
in diameter. |
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Nahargarh Fort (Tiger Fort) |
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Situated on a hill about 600 feet
above the city, the fort also known as Sundarshangarh,
was built in 1734 AD for the defence of the city. The
walls of the fort run along the ridge and within are
architectural beauties such as the Hawa Mandir and
Madhvendra Bhawan. There is a cafeteria within the fort
run by RTDC. |
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Sisodia Rani Ka Bagh |
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8 km on the road to Agra it was
built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh in 1710 for his Queen.
It consists of a central room with galleries on three
sides. Around it lies terraced gardens graced by
fountains and pools. Their elegance is further enhanced
by magnificent pieces of sculpture. |
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Museum (Albert Hall) |
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Central Museum is situated in Ram
Niwas Garden. The foundation of this graceful building
was laid in 1876 AD by Prince Albert. The museum
contains a large collection of archeological and
handicraft pieces. |
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City Palace Museum |
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The museum displays a large
variety of items collected by late Maharajas &
Maharanis. Royal dresses, arms, jewellery an interesting
collection of chariots, royal hauds offers a glimpse of
life in those times. |
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Laxmi Narayan Temple |
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It is situated just below the
Moti Doongari, and is known for its intricate carvings
in white marble. It is popularly known as Birla Mandir. |
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Tourist Places around Jaipur |
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