Tourist Places Within Jaipur

Hawa Mahal

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.

 

Amber

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.

 

Jantar Mantar

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.

 

Jaigarh Fort

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.

 

Nahargarh Fort (Tiger Fort)

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.

 

Sisodia Rani Ka Bagh

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.

 

Museum (Albert Hall)

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.

 

City Palace Museum

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.

 

Laxmi Narayan Temple

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.

 

Tourist Places around Jaipur

 

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