“The Pink City of India”
The first planned city of India - Jaipur is the capital city of Rajasthan that reflects its royal majestic charm, heritage, and history. Owing to some of the most prominent landmarks of the yesteryear, almost every attraction of the city takes back to the days back to the reign of the Rajputana Empire and highlights their imperial lifestyles as well. The city is one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India. Its outstanding amalgamation of old and new world traditional ways of living draws the attention of tourists when enjoying their holidays in India.
Jaipur is widely famed for its majestic landmarks, tales of heroic battles, multi-faceted characters, colorful cultural festivals, mouth-watering delights, and traditional souvenirs. Whether it is to attract a food lover or shopaholic or history lover, Jaipur entices every kind of traveler in its own unique way. From the experience of taking a heritage walk in the Walled City to the fun of shopping at the bustling bazaars of Jaipur, a getaway to the Pink City ensures your best ever memorable experience of life.
Things to do
Shop out for souvenirs
Jaipur is definitely a heaven for shopaholics, as there are a lot of things to shop in the bustling Jaipur Bazaars wherein you will find many traditional souvenirs to take back as a memory. Textiles mainly bandhani, bandhej, and hand block printing are widely famous for their superior quality and artwork. Johri Bazaar, Bapu Bazaar, Chaura Rasta, Tripolia Bazaar, Nehru Bazaar are some of the famous bazaars of Jaipur where you can enjoy shopping in the city.
Treat your taste-buds with Rajasthani delights
Pampering the taste buds with a mouth-watering taste of Rajasthani delicacies is the best thing to do in Jaipur. For all the food lovers, Jaipur is an ideal paradise for all. Dal bati churma, ghevar, pyaj ki kachori, mawa kachori are some of the best dishes to try in the city that will surely satisfy your taste buds with flavorful cuisines served in Jaipur.
Dine-out at Chokhi Dhani
To get the best experience of Rajasthani culture and tradition, Chokhi Dhani is the best place to visit in Jaipur. It offers the fun-filled experience of the ethnic village lifestyle. You can enjoy the magic show, puppet show, camel rides, folk performances and more that ensures your exciting getaway in the city.
Luxury stay at Heritage Hotel
When visiting Jaipur, you can live like a king while staying at the best heritage hotels in Jaipur ( Rambagh Palace, Samode Haveli, Heritage Haveli etc. ) . There are some renowned royal palaces in Jaipur that were previously the residence of royal families but now turned into a heritage property where travelers can get their best luxurious stay in the city. Getting a feel of the king-like lifestyle in Jaipur tour will double-up your experience of traveling in the Pink City.
Best time to visit
The months of Winter season (October to March) are considered the best time to visit Jaipur. The arrival of this season brings a pleasant atmosphere in the city which can enhance your Jaipur sightseeing tour and allows you to add some more experiences on your trip. Although Pink City enjoys moderate temperatures all around the year that is neither too cold nor too hot, it is best to plan a trip during the winter season.
Settled on Aravali Hill, Amer Fort is the iconic tourist place in Jaipur which cannot be missed while being in the city. A drive of 11 kilometers from the heart of the city is required to reach Amer Fort. The royal castle is one of the majestic palaces in India that reveals the past in its own way. Through the large ramparts of this fort, it overlooks at the Maota Lake in the town of Amer.
The impressive edifice of Hawa Mahal stands on the roadside, the monument is otherwise known as the “Palace of Winds”. The magnificent structure of red and pink sandstone has a honeycomb-like formation is comprised of 953 small windows (also known as Jharokhas) and embellished with gorgeous latticework.
The magnificent former royal residence of noble families of the city, City Palace showcases a blend of Mughal and Rajput architectural styles. Comprising of series of courtyards, structures, gardens, along with Chandra Mahal and Mubarak Mahal. The monument complex also includes a museum that showcases various artifacts of the bygone era.
Located near the City Palace, Jantar Mantar is a prominent astronomical observatory in the world which is also a part of the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India. Owing to its rich cultural, heritage, and scientific significance, Jantar Mantar in Jaipur is featured with 19 astrological instruments used for its own different purpose.
The oldest museum in Rajasthan, Albert Hall Museum is an outstanding example of Indo-Saracenic architecture that is also known as the Government Central Museum. Flanked by a lush green garden area, the museum displays a great collection of antiques and artifacts from the past that will for sure blow your mind.
