Jaipur - Enjoying Royalty

By Author: Rashmiranjan Patil
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Jaipur is the capital city of Rajasthan, probably the most vibrant state, and draws millions of tourists from all over the world.

Jaipur was built by the ruler of Amber, Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in the 18th century and is believed to be the first ever planned city of India. It has been planned as per the various norms of the vaastu shastra and is sub-divided into nine rectangular sectors symbolizing the nine divisions of the universe.

Jaipur is dotted with heritage buildings painted in the unique colour of terracotta pink, giving Jaipur the name, the pink city.

To enjoy the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of Jaipur it is better to choose a Jaipur package that suits your interest and budget.

A lot of Jaipur Packages are on offer to the tourists by hotels and tour operators whether they are interested in religion, adventure, history, wildlife, or even leisure.

Jaipur is home to numerous forts which were built by the valiant Rajputs to safe guard their people. Amber Fort, Jaigarh Fort and Nahargarh Fort are some of the forts found in and around Jaipur.

If it is the opulent palaces ...
... that interest you, a Jaipur package including a visit to the numerous palaces in Jaipur is the best way to enjoy royalty. Some of the palaces to visit are the City Palace, Jal Mahal, Chandra Mahal, Hawa Mahal and Amber Palace. Jaipur's City Palace, a huge complex in itself, houses the Diwan-e-Aam, Diwan-e-Khas and Mubarak Mahal. The royal residents still live within the palace in the Chandra Mahal.

Jaipur is a shopper's haven and is often referred to as the 'Craft Capital of India'. The State Handicrafts Emporiums run by the Rajasthan Government offer anything to the tourist right from the hand block printed garments, tie and dye dresses, Jaipur quilts, silver jewellery and enamel bangles.

A visit to Jaipur will be incomplete without indulging oneself on the local speciality of dal-bati-choorma. A lot of restaurants serve authentic Rajasthani food in a traditional setting.

Albert Hall Museum is the oldest museum of the state and functions as the state museum of Rajasthan. The museum has a rich collection of artefacts like miniature paintings, carpets, ivory, stone and metal sculptures and crystal items.

The Jantar Mantar is a collection of astronomical instruments, built by Maharaja Jai Singh II between 1727 and 1734. This observatory is modelled after the one that he had built in Delhi. The Jaipur observatory is the largest and one of the best preserved observatories in India.

Jaipur can be very hot during the summer months. The best time to visit Jaipur is during winter.

Jaipur is well connected by road, rail and air to major destinations in India.