Fact File
It was built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799 A.D. and is major
Rajput landmark dedicated to Lord Krishna.
Overview
Well known as the 'Palace of the Wind', it is an excellant example of
Rajputana architecture. It is believed that this palace was built for the
women of royal household to watch the everyday life and royal processions
going on in the streets and bazars. Designed by Lal Chand Utsa, this
beautiful monument is made of red and pink sandstone. The pyramid shaped
five storeyed structure has 953 small windows along with small balconies and
arched roofs giving it a look of giant screen and not the palace. It is
known for its beautiful lattice work and splendid motifs.
By Air : Jaipur is connected to Delhi, Mumbai, Udaipur by
domestic flights.
By Rail : Jaipur is connected by rail to all major parts
of the country.
By Road : Jaipur can be reached from all the major places
in Rajasthan, Delhi and Mumbai by bus.
City Palace
Situated in the heart of the old city, this palace is known for the
excellent Rajput and Mughal architecture. It houses the seven-storey Chandra
Mahal, and visitors can see here the former ruling family of Jaipur. The
palace also has a musuem with an excellent collection of jewellery,
costumes, arms, chariots, palanquins, carpets, rare manuscripts, miniature
paintings and several items of the royal background.
Jantar Mantar
It is the largest of the five observatories built by Sawai Jai Singh. This
remarkable observatory was erected in 1718 to study the movement of stars.
Amber Fort
11km away from Jaipur on the Delhi-Jaipur highway, lies Amber Fort. Built
by Maharaja Man Singh and Maharaja Jai Singh, it is a distinguished
Rajasthan fort-palace. Inside the fort, visitors can see the Hall of
Victory, the Ganesh Pole and the Sheesh Mahal. One can see the breathtaking
look of the surroundings from this fort.
Central
Musuem
Built in 1876, it is one of the oldest musuems in Jaipur. It is also called
the 'Albert Musuem' and it lies in the Ramnivas Garden. It reflects the
Indo- Sarcenic style of architecture and exhibits miniature paintings from
Udaipur, Bundi, Kota, fine specimens of woodwork, metal objects, paintings
and sculptures and other rare and beautiful objects. Courtyards, pillars and
arches of this musuem are just spell bounding.
