Jaipur
About Jaipur
Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan,is also referred to as the ‘Pink City’. Built by Sawai Jai Singh, Jaipur houses various forts, places and architectural marvels, each of which has proudly witnessed the Rajputana rule in the past and present times. Rajasthan’s capital city has preserved the heritage and culture of the kingly Rajputs. The city is also the third part of the famed Golden Triangle of India.
Jaipur is the capital and largest city of the Indian state of Rajasthan in Northern India. It was founded on 18 November 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the ruler of Amber, after whom the city is named. The city today has a population of 3.1 million. Jaipur is known as the Pink City of India.
The city is unusual among per-modern Indian cities in the regularity of its streets, and the division of the city into six sectors by broad streets 34 m (111 ft) wide. The urban quarters are further divided by networks of gridded streets. Five quarters wrap around the east, south, and west sides of a central palace quarter, with a sixth quarter immediately to the east. The Palace quarter encloses the Hawa Mahal palace complex, formal gardens, and a small lake. Nahargarh Fort, which was the residence of the King Sawai Jai Singh II, crowns the hill in the northwest corner of the old city. The observatory, Jantar Mantar, is one of the World Heritage Sites.[4] Included on the Golden Triangle tourist circuit, along with Delhi and Agra, Jaipur is an extremely popular tourist destination in Rajasthan and India.
The city of Jaipur was founded by Maharaja Jai Singh II in 1727. He wanted to shift his capital from the current city of Amber, as the population growth and scarcity of water was creating trouble for his subjects. Since the city of Jaipur was his pet project, he showed great interest in the design and architecture of the city. He appointed ‘Vidyadhar Bhattacharya’ as his chief architect. In 1853, when the Prince of Wales arrived in India, Jaipur got a new name. To welcome his arrival, Maharaja Ram Singh got the entire city painted in Pink Color, which is why Jaipur came to be known as ‘The Pink City’. In recent years, Jaipur has developed into a major tourism hub.
By Train:
Indian Railways connect Jaipur from different cities of India and is one of the cheapest travel options. The Shatabdi Express is the most popular option from Delhi to Jaipur.
By Air:
Jaipur has domestic air links with many Indian cities such as Jodhpur, Udaipur, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Goa, Chennai, Bangalore, Mumbai, Pune and Ahmadabad. The Jaipur airport is situated in Sanganer.
By Road:
The National Highway no.8 connects Delhi to Jaipur via the new corporate hub of Gurgaon. The journey from Delhi to Jaipur via car is 4 to 5 hours. Also, there is an excellent bus service between Jaipur to Delhi by Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation (RSRTC).
Amber Fort
Built in 1592, during the reign of Raja Man Singh I, Amber Fort is one of the major forts and palaces of Rajasthan made up of white marble and red sandstone. The fort epitomizes artisan imaginations through its intricate carvings, mural paintings, frescoes and mirror work across the palatial complex. Some of the main attractions of this grand complex are iwan-e-Aam, Jai Mandir, Suhaag Mandir, Ganesh Pol and Shila Devi Temple.
Jantar Mantar
Built by Maharaja Jai Singh I between 1728 and 1734 AD, Jantar Mantar is the largest stone astronomical observatory equipped with 14 geometrical instruments for tracing the movement of stars, weather forecasting, predicting rainfall and determining the position of various heavenly bodies. Owing to its spectacular structure, Jantar Mantar is a hot favorite of architects, scientists and historians. It was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2010.
Hawa Mahal
One of the foremost tourist attractions in Jaipur, Hawa Mahal, also known as ‘Palace of Winds’, is a splendid structure that holds wind inside the palace for longer period. It was constructed by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799. This 5 storied pyramid shaped building has 953 small windows known as Jharokhas, embellished with tiny lattice work meant for royal ladies to see street life.
City Palace
Built by Raja Sawai Jai Singh II in 1729, City Palace is a seamless blend of Rajputana, European and Mughal architectural styles. The Palace was designed on the principals of grid style and houses various structures such as Chandra Mahal, Mubarak Mahal, Diwan-I-Khas and the Govind Dev Ji Temple. The walls and gates of City Palace are lavishly designed with murals, lattice work and mirrors.
Jal Mahal
Built in the middle of the Man Sagar Lake, Jal Mahal was the brain child of the ruler of Amer but was later restored by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. It is spanned across 60 meters square and depicts a blend of Rajputana and Mughal style of architecture. The building has Chattris on each corner and the terrace has been designed as a typical Mughal Garden. During winters, a number of migratory birds can be seen around the Jal Mahal.
Culture of Jaipur
The colorful outfits and traditional jewelry are displayed as a part of Jaipur’s intrinsic culture. They love to dance on the tunes of Rajasthani folk dances. Chari is a famous dance form where dancers have to dance on a pot with a lit diya on their head. Traditional instruments such as Sarangi, Ektara and Jhalar are also played while singing folk songs. The Jaipur Gharana of Kathak is widely popular for its rich cultural heritage.
Fairs and Festivals of Jaipur
The city witnesses various fairs and festivals at different time of the year. Some of their popular festivals include Elephant Fair, Teej Festival, Shitla Mata Fair, Kite Festival and Gangaur Festival. During these festivals, Jaipur becomes even more colorful and vibrant.
Cuisine in Jaipur
If you are interested in tasting the local food of Rajasthan, Jaipur is the best option available for you. The city is home to a number of dining places. Some of the famous dishes of Jaipur include Dal Baati Churma, Missi Roti, Besan ke Gattey, Ghevar, Gajak, Moong Thal and many more.
Shopping in Jaipur
The bustling markets of Jaipur offer an enthralling shopping experience. The blue potteries of Jaipur are famous all over the world. The intricate market place sells kurtis, bags, quilts, turbans, carpets and embroidered shoes in plenty. Sanganeri garments are a must buy. The local bazaars of Jaipur are one of the major crowd pullers of Jaipur.
Inclusions
- 1 Night Accommodation in Delhi
- 2 Nights Accommodation in Jaipur
- Welcome drink on arrival
- Daily Breakfast at Hotel
- Pick up and Drop at Delhi
- All transport and sightseeing by Individual Car
- All taxes are include.
Package details
Duration : 3 Nights / 4 Days
DAY 1 - Delhi Arrival ( Local Delhi )
On arrival at Delhi, we will meet you and transfer to hotel. Check in the hotel and after taking some rest proceed to local Delhi sightseeing like Raj-Ghat, India Gate, President Bhawan, Qutub Minnar, Lotus Temple etc. Overnight stay in Hotel.
DAY 2 - Delhi - Jaipur ( Local Jaipur ) 265 KMS.
Morning after breakfast proceed to Jaipur- the fabled “pink city” of the desert named after Jai Singh, the former Maharaja of Jaipur. This is the only city in the world symbolizing the nine divisions of the universe through the nine rectangular sectors subdividing it. Arrive Jaipur and check in the hotel and evening free. Overnight stay in Hotel.
DAY 3 - Jaipur ( Local Jaipur )
Morning after breakfast proceed to local Jaipur Sightseeing like the majestic Amber Fort, is one that cannot be easily described. Ride up on Elephants to the former capital of the royals set against the backdrop of the wooded hills. Later visit the City Palace, Palace of Winds also known as Hawa Mahal, this elaborate building, now little more than a façade, is encrusted with delicate screen sand carved balconies from which the royal ladies, confined to their quarters, could sneak views of the outside world. Past, present and future merge at Jai Singh’s observatory, where time has been accurately measured since the 17th century. Overnight stay in Hotel.
DAY 4 - Jaipur - Delhi ( 265 KMS. )
Morning after breakfast check out from Hotel and proceed to Delhi. Drop at Delhi airport, railway station with onward journey.
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