Desert capital of India, Jaipur
is also renowned as the Pink City because of Pink walls and buildings of the
old city, Lures visitors with its stunning remnants of a former era. One of the
most popular Jaipur attractions and places to visit are ancient places as well
as forts. With beautiful architecture which serves as a resplendent reminder of
their royal legacy. Here are some of the best
Jaipur attractions, If you are adventurous and want to have an exciting
time then you can also have hot air balloon safari in Jaipur. We are listing
some of the popular places to visit in
Jaipur.
Amber fort and Palace
Just a half an hour drive from the
city, it’s very reminiscent of the some palace out of a fairy tale, Amber Fort
is situated on a hilltop overlooking Maota Lake. Jaipur is popularly known as
the abode of Rajput royalty. The City includes multiple spectacular palaces,
halls, temples and gardens with meticulous mirror work that add to the sumptuousness
of the palace. Amber fort and palace
is popular for the evening light and sound show, which brings fort’s history to
life. If you are fascinated by the art of traditional block printing don’t you
can’t afford to miss the Anokhi Museum situated nearby. Tour
and travel service providers in Mumbai offer Jaipur tourism packages.
Jantar Mantar,Jaipaur
Jantar Mantar,Jaipaur is
created by King Jai Singh II between 1725 to 1734, literal meaning of the word
Jantar Mantar is “Calculation Instrument “. It is more than just a collection
of sculptures, each structure at the intriguing Jantar Mantar observatory has a specialized astronomical function.
There are 14 structures, which measure time, track stars and predict eclipses.
One of the most impressive parts is the massive Samarat Yantra sundial at the height of 90 feet. It creates a shadow,
which moves roughly the width of person’s hand every minute. Actually, how
quickly time goes a reflective display shows. Jantar Mantar,Jaipur is one of the staple locations in Rajasthan tour packages.
Jaigarth Fort
This gigantic fort was built in
1726 and appeal extensively for the people who admire the military. Flanked by
towering gateways as well as watchtowers, it encloses world’s largest wheeled
cannon. Though it never been fired as the fort was never been captured. That
result in fort being intact over its long life as well as well preserved. Jaigarth
Fort is an excellent example of the best-preserved military structures of
medieval India. Jaigarth doesn’t showcase delicate interiors just like Amber Fort and consequently it seem as
a real fortress. Diwa Burj watchtower can give you an excellent view over
plains. Jaigarth Fort, Jaipur is one
of the most popular tourist attractions
in Rajasthan.
Nahargarth Fort
The Fort is also known as the
Tiger Fort , that is perched high on the strong Aravali Hills overlooking Jaipur City. This fort was built in
1734 in order to strengthen the defense of the city. Over the years, this fort
got immensely popular because of the spectacular views, which look divine at
sunset. It’s usually served as the last leg of the Jaipur tour as fort look spectacular at the night when it’s lit up.
Monkey Temple
Holy Temple situated in serene
surroundings between two granite cliffs. Getting to a temple is quite demanding
task, but once you reach the temple, then it feels like totally worth it. This
temple part of a bigger temple complex, which includes three scared water
pools, one pool has been taken over by thousands of monkeys, which congregate
there to swim. Usually they are quite sociable. Visiting this temple is quit
enriching and spiritual experience.
Rajasthan tour packages include multiple tourist attractions in Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, Jodhpur, Udaypur
to name a few.
