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FORTS & MONUMENTS |
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Hawa Mahal
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The ornamental facade of this "Palace of Winds" is a prominent landmark
in Jaipur. Their five-storey structures of sandstone plastered pink encrusted with
fine trelliswork and elaborate balconies. The palace has 953 niches and windows.
Built in 1799 by Pratap Singh, the Mahal was a royal grandstand for the palace women.
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City Palace
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A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture, the City Palace
sprawls over one-seventh of the area in the walled city. It houses the Chandra Mahal,
Shri Govind Dev Temple and the City Palace Museum.
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Jantar Mantar
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This is the largest and the best preserved of the five observatories built by Jai
Singh II in different parts of the country. This observatory consisting of outsized
astronomical instruments is still in use. |
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Amber Fort Palace
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Amber is the classic romantic Rajasthani fort palace. Its construction was started
by Man Singh I in 1592, and completed by his descendent Jai Singh I. Its forbidding
exterior belies an inner paradise where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles
finds it's ultimate expression.
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The Statue Circle
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This is a traffic roundabout In Jaipur. It is the favourite lounge of Jaipur and
a place for evening out, with 'Meals on Wheels' standing by. Strangely it
acquires its name of statue circle after its figurine rather than the grand Sawai
Jai Singh the founder of modern day Jaipur. |
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Moti Dungri
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In the middle of Jaipur rises a small hill Moti Dungri meaning pearl hill, because
it looks hill a drop of pearl. An exotic palace is parched which is a replica of
Scottish castle once occupied by Maharaja Madho Singh's son. |
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Gaitore
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It is the final resting place of the Maharajas of Jaipur and is located just off
the Jaipur - Amber Road. Situated in a narrow valley the cenotaphs of the former
Maharajas are chhatris made in typical Rajput architecture. The chhatri of Sawai
Jai Singh II is of special mention for its carvings that exaggerate it. |
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Jal Mahal
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Also known as Water Palace, Built in the mid 18th century by Madho Singh I The Palace
was developed as a pleasure spot and was used for the royal duck shooting parties.
A causeway leads to Jal Mahal Palace situated in the middle of Man Sagar Lake, opposite
the cenotaphs. |
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MUSEUMS
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Albert Hall
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Situated in the middle of the Ram Niwas garden,
as a centre attraction was the exquisitely built structure of Albert Hall, which
was designed by sir Swinton Jacob, a British architect who designed many palaces
in Rajasthan. Combining the elements of English and north Indian architecture known
as the pride of the New Jaipur opened in 1887 AD, it is a very well maintained and
impressive building displaying a rich collection of Art- de- fact like paintings,
carpet, ivory, stone and metal sculptures and colourful crystal works etc. |
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Birla Planetarium
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The Birla Planetarium is at the BM Birla Science
& Technology Centre, near Statue Circle. The Planetarium offers unique audio-visual
educational and entertainment with its modern computerised projections system |
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TEMPLES |
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Govind Dev Ji Temple
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A vital part of the city Palace complex, this Krishna temple has been highly preserved
by the erstwhile royal family. Sawai Jai Singh installed the image of GOVIND DEV
JI (an incarnation of lord Krishna) after it was brought from Vrindavan.
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Birla Lakshmi Narayan Temple
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Birla Mandir or the Lakshmi - Narayan Temple, situated just below the Moti Dungari.
This is a modern temple built of white marble on top of a hill, dominating the skyline
of south Jaipur |
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PARKS & GARDENS |
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Zoo
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Just opposite the Albert Hall is one of the oldest ZOO in the country, harbouring
different species of birds and animals. |
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Kanak Vrindavan
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Not so old but definitely an exquisitely land scaped gardens with beautifully carved
temple in beige stone, which is a vast complex with terrace sites all around and
intricately carved marble columns and lattices. Located in the foothills of Nahargarh
hills on the way towards Amer, this complex is a popular spot for picnic and film
shoots. |
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Sisodia Rani ka Bagh
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Sawai Jai Singh built it in 1728. The garden is laid in Mughal style and it depicts
the legends of Radha and Krishna. The garden is located 8 km from Jaipur - Agra
road .It consists of tiered multi-level gardens with fountains, watercourses and
painted pavilions. Sawai Jai Singh built it for his Sisodia Queen from Udaipur.
The palace house has several galleries, pavilions and beautiful murals depicting
scenes from the life of lord Krishna |
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Vidhyadhar Gardens
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Located near the Sisodia Gardens,it is a beautiful vineyard, which unfolds itself
in the valley. It is named after Vidyadhar Bhatacharjee the architect of Jaipur. |
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LAKES |
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Galtaji
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It is an ancient pilgrimage centre lying beyond the gardens amidst low hills. Temples,
pavilions and holy kunds (natural spring and water tanks) along with lush landscape
make it a delightful spot. The small temple of the Sun God built by Diwan Kriparam
on the top of the highest peak is a visible city landmark. |
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ENTERTAINMENT |
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Ravindra Rang Manch (theatre)
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Another piece of attraction near the Albert Hall, is the Ravindra Rang Manch (theatre)
with a modern art gallery and a performing art theatre both indoors and open air.
Recently added joints of interest are streets dotted with food stalls, which promises
a delicious variety of Indian fast food certainly relished by the tourists. |
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Jaigarh Fort
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The Jaigarh fort is the most spectacular of the three-hilltop forts that overlook
Jaipur. In Mughal times, the Jaipur region was a major weapon-producing centre for
the Mughal and Rajput rulers, several of which are on display in the fort's
museum.
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Nahargarh Fort
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Nahargarh Fort is located on the sheer rugged ridge of Aravali Hills and it forms
an impressive northern backdrop of Jaipur. It looks most classy when floodlit at
night. The fort overlooks the city and presents a glittering view of the city lights.
It was built in 1734 and extended in 1868. Nahargarh meaning abode of the tigers
was built by Jai Singh to bolster the defence of Amber.
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Sanganer
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16 km - Sanganer is located 16 Kms from Jaipur. It is also known for exquisite Jain
temples. Moreover, it is an important centre for crafts and hand-printed textiles
that is internationally famous.The most beautiful temple in Sanganer is the ancient
Shri Digamber Jain temple.
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Tonk
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It is located, 96 kms away from Jaipur. This is a quiet town which was ruled by
tribes of 'Pathans' from Afghanistan. The focal point of Tonk is the Suneri
Kothi, the Golden Bungalow. A fairly ordinary monument from outside, it has stunningly
rich ornamental interiors. |
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Bagru
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It is located 30 kms away from Jaipur on the Ajmer Road and is well known for its
Bagru prints. This technique simulates a wooden block on which the required design
is first carved, then the carved block is used for transferring the motif in the
desired colour on the fabric. |
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Samod
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The fort is an old fortified residence of the Nathawat family (hailing from chomu)
that served as the Prime Ministers of the Jaipur Royal Court is located some 40km
from Jaipur and 264 km from Delhi in the range of Aravali |
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