Jaipur was founded by Sawai Jai Singh also known as the Pink City, Because it is designed in pink colour. Jaipur is the most colourful city of Rajasthan, mainly famous for its exotic Forts, Lavish Palaces, evergreen gardens, friendly people and for shopping.

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How to Reach

Jaipur, being the capital of Rajasthan it is easily accessible by all means. Daily Flights are available to all major cities like New Delhi, Mumbai, Udaipur, Jodhpur, flights to Kolkata is also available. It is well connected by Roads & Trains. You can hire a cab from New Delhi or can pick the Volvo - Bus provided by the Rajasthan Govt.

Distance from major cities

	Jaipur - New Delhi 259 Kms
	Jaipur - Mumbai 1202 Kms
	Jaipur - Udaipur 405 Kms
	Jaipur - Jodhpur 336 Kms
	Jaipur - Jaisalmer 621 Kms

Places to See

City Palace Complex : This Palace is the residence of the Maharaja of Jaipur. It occupies a large area divided into a series of gardens, courtyards, gardens and buildings. The palace is the blend of Rajasthani & Mughal architecture, now converted into a museum & houses unique antiques.

Amber Fort : This exotic fort is famous for its fascinating architecture, there you can enjoy an elephant to approach the Fort.

Old City - The Pink City : The old city is partially encirvled by a crenllated wall - the major gates are Chand Pol, Ajmer & Sanganeri. The mains bazaars of the old city i.e. Johri Bazar, Bapu bazaar, Tripolia Bazaar and Chand Pol Bazaar is worth to visit.

Jaigarh Fort : It was built by Sawai Jai Sigh for military purpose. This fort houses the largest cannon called "Jaiban"

Nahargarh : The Tiger fort was built in 1734. The best place to see the Sunset & the city from the top.

Hawa Mahal : Its the Wind Palace specially made for royal ladies to see the city activities.

Royal Gaitor : The beautiful cenotaphs of the royal family are just outside the city walls.

Albert Hall Museum : It houses some of the rare collections of carpets, artifacts, textile, pottery and other craft items.

Birla Temple : This wonderful state of the art temple is made up of pure white marble and must not be missed.

Jantar Mantar : This observatory was built in 1728 by Sawai Jai Sigh to study the position & movement of the planets.

Galta Ji : The temple of the Sun god, a rocky barren orge leads up to it and there are good views over the surrounding plains.