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in Jaipur are colorful and numerous drawing the tourist from different
parts of the world. Jaipur the Pink City has so much cultural and historical
wealth that is enchanting. The city owes its name, foundation and planning
to Maharaja Jai Singh II (1693- 1743). The Pink City is also one of
the important tourist destinations of India.
The tourist attractions of Jaipur include the
Hawa Mahal (1799, Palace of Winds, for royal women),
built so that the royal women can see the everyday life.
Jantar Mantar (1728) is one among five observatories
built by Jai Singh.
City Palace is in the heart of the old city, built
in the late 19 th century by Maharaja Sawai Madho Singh II. It now houses
museum containing the royal costumes, shawls, swords and pistols etc.
Those interested in heritage tours to India Jaipur serves as the right
place.
The new city was built in the mid 19 th century during the reigns of
Maharaja Ram Singh (1835- 1880).
Birla Lakshmi Narayan Temple , a modern marble edifice
built at the foot of Moti Dungri Fort.
Museum of Indology holds a wealth of treasure and
holds a collection of folk art objects.
The festivals of Jaipur are colorful and lively. The festivals include
the Elephant Festival, Gangaur Festival ( celebrating the love between
Lord Shiva and Parvati), Teej Festival( heralds the arrival monsoon)
and lots more.
The shopping in Jaipur is also another tourist attraction. Shopping
in Jaipur especially in the old city is lined with bazaars specializing
in handicrafts.
The cuisine in Jaipur is not different from what you find in other
parts of Rajasthan. But Rajasthan has got a rich cuisine , which the
tourists during their Jaipur tour just cannot afford to miss.
India Tour Guides provides information on Tourist Attractions in Jaipur
and offers online booking for tours to Jaipur, for further queries or
hotel booking please fill up the form given below.
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