All You Need to Know about the Beautiful Pink City of India!

Steeped in the history and culture, a city where the past comes alive in captivating forts and palaces, blushed with pink, a home to the royal Maharajas is what describes this city the best. 

Popularly known as the Pink City of India, Jaipur was founded by Sawai Jaisingh II and is a home to widened avenues and spacious gardens. It is interesting to know that Jaipur is one of the planned cities in India according to the conventional nine-grid pattern considered lucky by the Indian astrologers. This city is an epitome of royalty and tradition with its captivating romantic charm. 

Below you will find a list of some fascinating places to visit in Jaipur:

1. City Palace

Occupying about one seventh of the old city area, it is situated in the heart of the old city. Offering a fine of the majestic city and the gardens, the seven-storeyed Chandra Mahal grabs the attention of the tourists. Talking about the details, Diwan-e-Aam has a vivid collection of manuscripts while Diwan-e-Khas has a Mubarak Mahal which has an antique collection of costumes and textiles. This place with a blend of Rajput and Mughal architecture must be a top priority for the tourists.

2. Jantar Mantar

A beautiful place built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II exhibiting the huge masonry instruments which were used to study the movement of constellations and stars in the sky to see the scientific view of the then Indians. This place is a delight to the tourists who have a keen interest in science & technology. 

3. Hawa Mahal

The five – storeyed marvelous semi-octagonal monument is the most recognizable monument in Jaipur. It was built by the great Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh II. This is a fine piece of Rajputana architecture with over 152 windows and overhanging latticed balconies. This majestic Mahal which is now turned into a museum was built to provide the ladies an opportunity to enjoy the rituals and processions on every occasion. However, now the museum will enlighten you with the past and the present of this city.

4. The Hall of Mirrors- Sheesh Mahal

Beholding one of the best architectures of all times, showing the glimpse of the influence of Islamic culture on the Rajputs, this royal palace is made with an extremely opulent décor and beauty of the architecture. The palace exhibits a perfect blend of Islamic culture on the Rajasthanis, graciously being adorned with royal luxury and celestial beauty.

5. The Birla Temple

Built with a shade of modernism in the traditional land, this temple is made of immaculate white marbles. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, this temple is a pure landmark of magnificent architecture. The walls of the temple are ornamented with the carvings of Hindu Symbols, the ancient quotes from the Bhagwad Geeta and also the Upanishads. Along with the idols of God, this temple also includes the figures of great saints, philosophers, and historical achievers. A massive piece of art, this religious temple marks the modern architecture in the best form.

Apart from these remarkable places telling you a tale, tourists can also enjoy the delicacies of Rajasthan at various restaurants. Tourists can book their holidays from the online booking travel package tour of Jaipur facility keeping in mind that the best time to visit Jaipur is from October to March as the summer hit a peak here making it difficult to enjoy the trip. 

So, to enjoy the beautiful royal architecture of the Rajasthanis with a blend of different religions onto it, and to savor the breathtaking magnificence of the pink city with a tale of romanticism, get ready to make your holiday worthwhile by visiting this traditional yet modern city of India.