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Hawa Mahal was built in the year 1799 for the woman of the royal palace. In medieval India a ‘pardah’ system was followed where the royal woman followed seclusion. In order for royal woman to be connected to the outside would the Hawa Mahal was built. The queens and princesses could look at the various processions and events through the many windows of the Hawa Mahal.
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Hawa Mahal
Hawa Mahal RoadHawa Mahal was built in the year 1799 for the woman of the royal palace. In medieval India a ‘pardah’ system was followed where the royal woman followed seclusion. In order for royal woman to be connected to the outside would the Hawa Mahal was built. The queens and princesses could look at the various processions and events through the many windows of the Hawa Mahal.
Strategically located overlooking the principal bazzar of Jaipur, the Sireh Deodhi with a majestic entrance ing onto the palatial Jaleb Chowk, the Old Vidhan Sabha Building has immense potential to serve as a cultural and historic icon of Jaipur.
This place has its importance because once upon a time, all the important administrative offices of Jaipur state were located here.
Jalebi Chowk
Strategically located overlooking the principal bazzar of Jaipur, the Sireh Deodhi with a majestic entrance ing onto the palatial Jaleb Chowk, the Old Vidhan Sabha Building has immense potential to serve as a cultural and historic icon of Jaipur.
This place has its importance because once upon a time, all the important administrative offices of Jaipur state were located here.
Ornate 18th century Lord Krishna Temple the diety of locals situated in the City Palace complex.
Govind Dev Ji Temple
Ornate 18th century Lord Krishna Temple the diety of locals situated in the City Palace complex.
Jaigarh Fort is situated on the promontory called the Cheel ka Teela (Hill of Eagles) of the Aravalli range; it overlooks the Amer Fort and the Maota Lake, near Amer in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India. The fort was built by Jai Singh II in 1726 to protect the Amer Fort and its palace complex and was named after him.
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Jaigarh Fort
Jaigarh Fort is situated on the promontory called the Cheel ka Teela (Hill of Eagles) of the Aravalli range; it overlooks the Amer Fort and the Maota Lake, near Amer in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India. The fort was built by Jai Singh II in 1726 to protect the Amer Fort and its palace complex and was named after him.
In yester years, this place was like “Vatika” in which the royal family spendlt their quality time with each other.
A well maintained garden surrounded by mountains , peaceful, Over looking Lake Palace.
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Kanak Vrindavan Park
Amer RoadIn yester years, this place was like “Vatika” in which the royal family spendlt their quality time with each other.
A well maintained garden surrounded by mountains , peaceful, Over looking Lake Palace.
Amer Fort is a fort located in Amer, Rajasthan, India. Amer is a town with an area of 4 square kilometres (1.5 sq mi)[1] located 11 kilometres (6.8 mi) from Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. Located high on a hill, it is the principal tourist attraction in Jaipur.[2][3] The town of Amer was originally built by Meenas,[4] and later it was ruled by Raja Man Singh I. Amer Fort is known for its artistic style elements. With its large ramparts and series of gates and cobbled paths, the fort overlooks Maota Lake,which is the main source of water for the Amer Palace.
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Amber Palace
Amer Fort is a fort located in Amer, Rajasthan, India. Amer is a town with an area of 4 square kilometres (1.5 sq mi)[1] located 11 kilometres (6.8 mi) from Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. Located high on a hill, it is the principal tourist attraction in Jaipur.[2][3] The town of Amer was originally built by Meenas,[4] and later it was ruled by Raja Man Singh I. Amer Fort is known for its artistic style elements. With its large ramparts and series of gates and cobbled paths, the fort overlooks Maota Lake,which is the main source of water for the Amer Palace.
It was the royal crematorium for the majestic rulers of Rajasthan. This incredible place has a cenotaph for each of the more famous maharajas cremated there and they are all engraved with beautiful Rajasthani carvings. Just a jaw-dropping magnificent location.
Gatore Ki Chhatriyan
It was the royal crematorium for the majestic rulers of Rajasthan. This incredible place has a cenotaph for each of the more famous maharajas cremated there and they are all engraved with beautiful Rajasthani carvings. Just a jaw-dropping magnificent location.
Located on the outskirts of the regal city of Jaipur, Galtaji Temple is a prehistoric Hindu pilgrimage site. Also popularly known by the tourists as Monkey Temple.
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Galta Ji
Located on the outskirts of the regal city of Jaipur, Galtaji Temple is a prehistoric Hindu pilgrimage site. Also popularly known by the tourists as Monkey Temple.
The garden was built in 18th century by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh for his second queen Sisodia Rani, Udaipur princess. This garden was used by the queen for relaxing. The garden was decorated with mural painting of Lord Krishna and Radha to express the love that the king had for Sisodia Rani. The garden was specifically built outside the city to keep it away from the hustles and noises of local life.
Sisodiya Garden
Rajiv Gandhi ColonyThe garden was built in 18th century by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh for his second queen Sisodia Rani, Udaipur princess. This garden was used by the queen for relaxing. The garden was decorated with mural painting of Lord Krishna and Radha to express the love that the king had for Sisodia Rani. The garden was specifically built outside the city to keep it away from the hustles and noises of local life.

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Albert Hall Museum, Jaipur
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Famous forHistory Buffs, Photo Fanatics, Experience Seekers, Wanderers
Fee150 Per Person for Foreign Tourists and Rs. 20 for Indian Tourists
Visiting TimeAll days of the week 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Visit Duration1 Hour
Jaipur’s cultural beauty is well expressed in architecture and art forms. One of the best ways to enjoy the culture is museum. The best of all museums is Albert Hall Museum. This museum provides exclusive collection of artifacts, objects and other art forms.
History of Albert Hall Museum
The building of Albert Hall Museum was built in 1876 as a concert hall. The museum gets its name from the Victoria and Albert Museum of London, because of the similarity of architecture. The foundation for the building started in 1876, when Prince of Wales visited Jaipur. When the building was constructed, the royals and government did not have any idea about usage of the building. It was initially used as Town Hall in 1880. Later, the King of Jaipur, Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh II suggested to use it as a museum for Industrial Arts. Later, the hall was used for displaying masterpieces of local artisans.
In 1881, the museum was at its prime beauty and people from across the country visited this museum to buy or enjoy handicrafts, artwork and other masterpieces. However, the building was under construction until 1887. Later, the museum started to showcase artifacts and ancient artworks along with budding artist’s masterpieces
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Albert Hall Museum
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Albert Hall Museum, Jaipur
Visitor Information

Famous forHistory Buffs, Photo Fanatics, Experience Seekers, Wanderers
Fee150 Per Person for Foreign Tourists and Rs. 20 for Indian Tourists
Visiting TimeAll days of the week 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Visit Duration1 Hour
Jaipur’s cultural beauty is well expressed in architecture and art forms. One of the best ways to enjoy the culture is museum. The best of all museums is Albert Hall Museum. This museum provides exclusive collection of artifacts, objects and other art forms.
History of Albert Hall Museum
The building of Albert Hall Museum was built in 1876 as a concert hall. The museum gets its name from the Victoria and Albert Museum of London, because of the similarity of architecture. The foundation for the building started in 1876, when Prince of Wales visited Jaipur. When the building was constructed, the royals and government did not have any idea about usage of the building. It was initially used as Town Hall in 1880. Later, the King of Jaipur, Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh II suggested to use it as a museum for Industrial Arts. Later, the hall was used for displaying masterpieces of local artisans.
In 1881, the museum was at its prime beauty and people from across the country visited this museum to buy or enjoy handicrafts, artwork and other masterpieces. However, the building was under construction until 1887. Later, the museum started to showcase artifacts and ancient artworks along with budding artist’s masterpieces
The grand temple is located on an elevated ground at the base of Moti Dungari hill in Rajasthan. The temple is sometimes also referred to as the Laxmi Narayan Temple.
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Birla Mandir
Hill Fort RoadThe grand temple is located on an elevated ground at the base of Moti Dungari hill in Rajasthan. The temple is sometimes also referred to as the Laxmi Narayan Temple.
Sight seeing
Nahargarh is located along the Aravalli hills overlooking a beautiful lake. There is a food court and a restaurant at the top of the fort with an excellent view, Padao. The fort now also is home to the Jaipur wax museum and glass palace.
History of Nahargarh Fort
Nahargarh mean ‘abode of tigers’. Legend says that the fort was named as Nahargarh after the spirt of a Rathore, Nahar Singh.
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Nahargarh Fort
Nahargarh is located along the Aravalli hills overlooking a beautiful lake. There is a food court and a restaurant at the top of the fort with an excellent view, Padao. The fort now also is home to the Jaipur wax museum and glass palace.
History of Nahargarh Fort
Nahargarh mean ‘abode of tigers’. Legend says that the fort was named as Nahargarh after the spirt of a Rathore, Nahar Singh.
Food Scene
Masala Chowk is the newest addition to eateries in Jaipur. Located in Ram Niwas Garden, this open-air food court offers 21 flavours of the Pink City under one roof (or sky). Masala translates to spice and chowk in Hindi means an open area or public square. The wordplay perfectly sums up the meaning of the place ? a variety of booths serving authentic Indian street food. Initially, the place was meant to attract tourists, given its proximity to the famous Albert Hall Museum in the area. However, Masala Chowk has become the talk of the town amongst the locals too.
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Masala Chowk
Rina RoadMasala Chowk is the newest addition to eateries in Jaipur. Located in Ram Niwas Garden, this open-air food court offers 21 flavours of the Pink City under one roof (or sky). Masala translates to spice and chowk in Hindi means an open area or public square. The wordplay perfectly sums up the meaning of the place ? a variety of booths serving authentic Indian street food. Initially, the place was meant to attract tourists, given its proximity to the famous Albert Hall Museum in the area. However, Masala Chowk has become the talk of the town amongst the locals too.
Shopping and Fooding
If you are in Jaipur, you can never return home without shopping some traditional Rajasthani items. As the pink city, Jaipur is reputed for its unique jewellery manufacturing, Johari Bazaar should be the ideal destination for every ornament lover. Located in the prime area of Jaipur, the Johari Bazaar is famous for its precious and semi precious stones, particularly diamonds, topaz and emeralds. Besides one can shop for Rajasthani dresses, turbans, Jutis (Slip-ons) . One can savour the food in one of the oldest and most popular fine dining vegetarian restaurant LMB besides the lical street foods
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johri baazar
Johari Bazar RoadIf you are in Jaipur, you can never return home without shopping some traditional Rajasthani items. As the pink city, Jaipur is reputed for its unique jewellery manufacturing, Johari Bazaar should be the ideal destination for every ornament lover. Located in the prime area of Jaipur, the Johari Bazaar is famous for its precious and semi precious stones, particularly diamonds, topaz and emeralds. Besides one can shop for Rajasthani dresses, turbans, Jutis (Slip-ons) . One can savour the food in one of the oldest and most popular fine dining vegetarian restaurant LMB besides the lical street foods