| Jaipur is one of the most fascinating cities in the | | | | Palace". This is because of the thousands of |
| world. One of the few planned cities in India, it is | | | | window dotting its facade. It was the palace for |
| also called the 'Pink City' due to the pink color of | | | | the King's wives and thus, is beautifully |
| the buildings in the inner city. It was built in 1727 | | | | constructed. |
| by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II and was the capital | | | | Just outside Jaipur is the fort of Nahargarh. A |
| of the Rajput kingdom. It is a beautiful city | | | | favorite haunt of college students, this fort, while |
| teeming with history and culture, and a must visit | | | | not very well kept, has a archaic beauty about it. |
| destination if you are visiting India. | | | | It also offers breathtaking views of the city. |
| One of the most important landmarks of the city | | | | One more must-see landmark is the Jal Mahal - |
| is the Amer fort. Located a few miles from the | | | | the "Water Palace". It is located in the middle of a |
| city center, this fort occupies a strategic location | | | | lake. Its pristine white walls shimmer off the lake's |
| just outside the city gates. It is situated on a hill | | | | surface and offers a tranquil sight. If you are |
| top and offers a commanding view of the | | | | visiting in the rainy season, Jal Mahal becomes an |
| countryside. Besides a fort, it is also a beautiful | | | | even more enchanting sight. |
| palace with rich architecture. Be sure to take the | | | | Other places to see in Jaipur are the old city, the |
| elephant ride up to the fort - its an experience in | | | | Statue Circle, historic temples at Chandpole, and |
| itself. | | | | the "pseudo village" of Chokhi Dhani just outside |
| Another famous Jaipur landmark is the Hawa | | | | the city. |
| Mahal. This little palace is situated in the heart of | | | | Jaipur is a wonderful tourist destination and is |
| the old city, in the equally memorable Johari | | | | definitely the crown jewel of Northern India. |
| Bazaar. Literally translated, its name means "Wind | | | | |