Tour to Jaipur

The 'Pink City' Jaipur

Jaipur is a major tourist city of India. It is termed the Pink City. It is situated at a distance of about 190 miles southwest of Delhi. It is known for its magnificent forts and palaces. It is called the 'City of Palaces'. Travel to Jaipur to experience its various sites or tourist attractions. The main attractions are the City Palace and the Jantar Mantar. Travel to Jaipur to enjoy shopping as Jaipur is also referred to as the 'Shopper's Paradise'. The Johari Bazaar is a famous jewelers' market over here. It has a wide selection of precious stones in India.

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History of Jaipur

The history of Jaipur is unique and queer. Jaipur was founded in 1727 by Raja Jai Singh II, the Maharaja of the Kuchwaha Rajputs. The name of the city 'Jaipur' has two fold emphasis. 'Jai' denotes conquest and is also the first name of its maker that is Jai Singh ll. The city offers superlative forts, grandiose palaces, vivacious temples, multicolored bazaars, pulsating streets and many more. Jaipur is called the pink city due to the traditional pink-colored houses with latticed windows. These houses lend the charm to the city. It looks awesome during sunset.

Travel to Jaipur

You can reach Jaipur by air. The city has daily flights to and from Delhi and Mumbai. It is well connected to Udaipur, Jodhpur, Ahmedabad, Jaisalmer, Aurangabad and Calcutta. The airport is only 20 kms. from the center of the city.

Train lines also connect the city to major cities of India. Therefore, you can travel to Jaipur by taking a train. From Delhi there is the Shatabdi Express, Intercity Express, The Pink City Express and Chetak Express. The Super Fast Express links Jaipur with Mumbai. Besides, you can definitely enjoy a ride in the 'Palace On Wheels' and 'The Royal Orient' from Delhi.

You can travel to Delhi and from there come to Jaipur by the roads also. There are frequent deluxe and luxurious air-conditioned buses from Delhi, Agra and several other cities of Rajasthan to Jaipur. The central bus stand is Sindhi Camp which is situated in the heart of the city.

Jaipur Tourist Attractions

Travel to Jaipur to enjoy its innumerable tourist attractions. Jaipur is a land of archaeological sites, religious sites, historical sites and more. Tour to Jaipur India

• Hawa Mahal or Palace of Winds

The Hawa Mahal of Jaipur is world famous. It is located in the Tripolia Bazaar to the west of GPO. It was built to allow the ladies of royal palaces watch the royal possessions. From here one can get the best views of the city.

• City Palace

The City Palace is another most visited tourist spot in Jaipur. A major portion of this Palace has been converted into a museum. The sections of the museum are dedicated to subjects like arms and ammunition, textile and costume and art gallery.

• Jantar Mantar or The Observatory

When you travel to Jaipur do not miss the Jantar Mantar. It was Sawai Jai Singh who built Jantar Mantar between 1728 and 1734. Each instrument here serves a particular function.

• The Majestic Amber Fort

The Amber Fort is located around 11 kms. north of Jaipur. It was the ancient capital of Kachchwaha Rajputs. Some of the famous buildings inside the Fort are Raj Mahal, Suraj Pol, Singh Pol, Shila Mata temple, Diwan-I-Aam, Ganesh Pol, Jai Mandir, Shish Mahal, Sukh Niwas, Sohag Mandir, and Palace of Man Singh I. Tour to Jaipur

• Other Famous Attractions of Jaipur

Nahargarh Fort is another such tourist attraction. From here you get the best views of the countryside. The Central Museum on the other hand was built in the year 1853. It was earlier called Albert Hall. Sanganer is another place which is located 11 km southeast of Jaipur. It serves as the airport for the city. It has block-printings and paper making craft traditions. Tour to Jaipur India

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