The Magnificent Pink City of Rajasthan
Jaipur is the capital city of India's biggest state by land - Rajasthan. Sitting in the feet of Aravalis, it is covered by hills on three sides. It has a population of around 40 lakh.
Jaipur is known of its heritage and often referred to as the "Cultural Capital of India", It was founded by Maharaja Jai Singh, the name "Jaipur" came from there itself. Its also widely referred as "The Pink City", which is due to the colour of almost all the buildings in the older Jaipur being pink'ish-red.
Jaipur is really hot in summers and cold in winters, during peak summers its temperature touches 45 degrees celsius whereas during winters it goes down to zero degrees.
The City of Jaipur is filled with ancient monuments showcasing the vibrant architecture and culture of Rajasthani Dynasties.
Majestic hilltop fort with stunning architecture
Panoramic views of the Pink City
Home to the world's largest cannon on wheels
Blend of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture
Palace of Winds with 953 windows
Water Palace in the middle of Man Sagar Lake
UNESCO World Heritage astronomical observatory
Ancient temple complex with natural springs
Historic garden with Albert Hall Museum
Tiered Mughal garden with painted pavilions
Jaipur has a rich cultural heritage, mainly the Rajasthani Heritage.
A really tasty dish which consists of a wheat flour ball, pulses and a sweet dish called "Churma"
An Oat-Cereal like meal eaten with curry
A dish made with gram flour slides.
Jaipur is the capital city of India's biggest state Rajasthan.
Jaipur is famous because of being home to some of the finest forts in India, it has some of the luxurious hotels in India too. Jaipur is the perfect showpiece of intricate rajasthani architecture.
Best time to visit Jaipur is October - February.
Some must-visit places include Amber Fort, City Palace, Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar, and Nahargarh Fort.
You should try dal bati churma, gatte ki sabzi, laal maas, and pyaz kachori.
Yes, Jaipur is generally safe for tourists. It's advisable to stay alert in crowded places and respect local customs.