Jaipur

Rajasthan's beautiful Pink City Jaipur, was the stronghold of a clan of rulers whose three hill fortsand series of palaces in the city are important attractions. Known as the Pink
City because of the colour of the stone used exclusively in the walled city, Jaipur's bazaars sell embroidered leather shoes, blue pottery, tie and dye scarves and other exotic wares. Western Rajasthan itself forms a convenient circuit, in the heart of the Thar desert which has shaped its history, lifestyles and architecture.


    Hawa Mahal, the palace of winds
    Amer Fort, the earliest capital of erstwhile Jaipur state
    Jantar Mantar, the largest observatory
    City Palace, the residence of erstwhile Maharaja of Jaipur
    Nahargarh Fort, the hunting residence of erstwhile Maharajas
    Jaigarh Fort, the artillery storehouse of Rajput Rulers

Along with these fascinating places, Jaipur is flocked by people for indulgence in shopping. The famous handicrafts, silver and gold jewellery, precious and semi-precious stones, beads and jewellery, blue pottery products, carpets and textiles are the most preferred ethnic items by visitors.

The growth of the City is also contributed by the rapidly developing social infrastructure with super-specialities hospitals and medical centres, institutions of higher-learning and schools.