Jaipur - Pink City
About Pink City
Pink City in Jaipur refers to the old walled city that was built in the year 1727 by Maharaja Jai Singh II. This was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site as of June 6th 2019. The wall that marks the boundary of the Pink City is about six metres high and three metres thick and encompasses a number of structures within its confines. In keeping with the magnificence of the structure, there are seven different gates that provide access to the Old City, namely Chand Pol, Suraj Pol, Ajmeri Gate, New Gate, Sanganeri Gate, Ghat Gate, Samrat Gate and Zorawar Singh Gate. Built about 275 years ago, today it presents the glorious past of our country through its culture and architecture. The city is known as 'Pink City' as it is built out of Sandstone and reflects the colour pink in the daytime.
Steeped with rich past and heritage, the Pink City of Jaipur is a place of royal heritage, culture and architecture. The city is covered in the tint of pink colour oozing charm and attracting tourists from all over the world. The place offers a feast to its visitors in the form of its historical saga with magnificent palaces and forts and stunning Havelis. A number of important structures such as Badi Chaupar, Jantar Mantar and City Palace are situated in this part of the city. The vibrant bazaars of Jaipur like Bapu Bazaar and Johri Bazaar are paradise for shopping lovers offering beautiful Rajasthani jewellery, fabric, shoes and handicrafts. Bustling with colours, a walk around this old city gives you a glance into is the wealth of handicrafts, the royal legacy of the palace, and a shadow of their rich past.
Pink City
Pink City in Jaipur refers to the old walled city that was built in the year 1727 by Maharaja Jai Singh II. This was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site as of June 6th 2019. The wall that marks the boundary of the Pink City is about six metres high and three metres thick and encompasses a number of structures within its confines. In keeping with the magnificence of the structure, there are seven different gates that provide access to the Old City, namely Chand Pol, Suraj Pol, Ajmeri Gate, New Gate, Sanganeri Gate, Ghat Gate, Samrat Gate and Zorawar Singh Gate. Built about 275 years ago, today it presents the glorious past of our country through its culture and architecture. The city is known as 'Pink City' as it is built out of Sandstone and reflects the colour pink in the daytime.
Steeped with rich past and heritage, the Pink City of Jaipur is a place of royal heritage, culture and architecture. The city is covered in the tint of pink colour oozing charm and attracting tourists from all over the world. The place offers a feast to its visitors in the form of its historical saga with magnificent palaces and forts and stunning Havelis. A number of important structures such as Badi Chaupar, Jantar Mantar and City Palace are situated in this part of the city. The vibrant bazaars of Jaipur like Bapu Bazaar and Johri Bazaar are paradise for shopping lovers offering beautiful Rajasthani jewellery, fabric, shoes and handicrafts. Bustling with colours, a walk around this old city gives you a glance into is the wealth of handicrafts, the royal legacy of the palace, and a shadow of their rich past.
Sightseeing Monuments
Cradled on the top of a hill near Jaipur lies the Amer Fort, one of the most magnificent palaces in India. Also commonly known as the Amber Fort, this majestic building with its maze-like passages and serpentine staircases is an architectural masterpiece and with significant importance in Indian history. Only 11 kilometres away from Jaipur, Amer Fort is clad in pink and yellow sandstone and is a part of an extensive complex. Built by one of the most trusted generals of Akbar, Maharaja Man Singh I in the year 1592, Amer Fort served as the main residence of the Rajput Rulers.
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Amer
Cradled on the top of a hill near Jaipur lies the Amer Fort, one of the most magnificent palaces in India. Also commonly known as the Amber Fort, this majestic building with its maze-like passages and serpentine staircases is an architectural masterpiece and with significant importance in Indian history. Only 11 kilometres away from Jaipur, Amer Fort is clad in pink and yellow sandstone and is a part of an extensive complex. Built by one of the most trusted generals of Akbar, Maharaja Man Singh I in the year 1592, Amer Fort served as the main residence of the Rajput Rulers.
Jaigarh Fort is a grand structure perched on the top of the 'Cheel ka Teela' hills in the Pink City of Jaipur. This magnificent edifice was commissioned by Sawai Jai Singh II in the year 1726 to protect Amer Fort. The fort currently houses the world's largest cannon on wheels - 'Jaivana' and offers a magnificent view of the Jaipur city. Other than its elaborate architecture, the fort is also known for the huge treasure that was believed to be buried under it. However, it is believed that the treasure was seized by the government of Rajasthan in the 1970s.
JAIGARH FORT
Jaigarh Fort is a grand structure perched on the top of the 'Cheel ka Teela' hills in the Pink City of Jaipur. This magnificent edifice was commissioned by Sawai Jai Singh II in the year 1726 to protect Amer Fort. The fort currently houses the world's largest cannon on wheels - 'Jaivana' and offers a magnificent view of the Jaipur city. Other than its elaborate architecture, the fort is also known for the huge treasure that was believed to be buried under it. However, it is believed that the treasure was seized by the government of Rajasthan in the 1970s.
Nahargarh Fort, situated on the outskirts of Jaipur, is known for breathtaking views of the city and for its extended wall that connects it to Jaigarh Fort. Embellished with delicate carvings and stonework, the Nahargarh Fort is an impregnable structure and together with its two neighbouring forts - Amer and Jaigarh once stood as the strong defence of Jaipur city. The Fort was built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in the year 1734 as a retreat.
Nahargarh Fort was primarily used as a retreat for the ladies of the royal household and has a ladies quarters by the name of 'Zenana'.
The Padao Restaurant is also a must-visit if you're near Nahargarh Fort from where you're sure to enjoy a panoramic view of the city of Jaipur.
Nahargarh fort
Nahargarh Fort, situated on the outskirts of Jaipur, is known for breathtaking views of the city and for its extended wall that connects it to Jaigarh Fort. Embellished with delicate carvings and stonework, the Nahargarh Fort is an impregnable structure and together with its two neighbouring forts - Amer and Jaigarh once stood as the strong defence of Jaipur city. The Fort was built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in the year 1734 as a retreat.
Nahargarh Fort was primarily used as a retreat for the ladies of the royal household and has a ladies quarters by the name of 'Zenana'.
The Padao Restaurant is also a must-visit if you're near Nahargarh Fort from where you're sure to enjoy a panoramic view of the city of Jaipur.
The magnificent City Palace in Jaipur is one of the most famous tourist attractions located in the old part of the city. Built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh during the years 1729 to 1732. The palace is divided into a series of courtyards, buildings and gardens including the Chandra Mahal and the Mubarak Mahal. The museum showcases various unique handcrafted products and other things that belong to the royal heritage of the City Palace. The City Palace has three gates, out of which the Virendra Pol and Udai Pol are open to the public
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City Palace of Jaipur
Tulsi MargThe magnificent City Palace in Jaipur is one of the most famous tourist attractions located in the old part of the city. Built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh during the years 1729 to 1732. The palace is divided into a series of courtyards, buildings and gardens including the Chandra Mahal and the Mubarak Mahal. The museum showcases various unique handcrafted products and other things that belong to the royal heritage of the City Palace. The City Palace has three gates, out of which the Virendra Pol and Udai Pol are open to the public
Jantar Mantar is the largest stone astronomical observatory in the world. This ancient study boasts of nineteen instruments built out of stone and brass and was built by Raja Sawai Jai Singh in 1727-33. The main objective of building this vast observatory was to study and gather information about space and time. Another fact that makes this destination unique is that the world's largest sundial is situated here.
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Jantar Mantar - Jaipur
Jantar Mantar is the largest stone astronomical observatory in the world. This ancient study boasts of nineteen instruments built out of stone and brass and was built by Raja Sawai Jai Singh in 1727-33. The main objective of building this vast observatory was to study and gather information about space and time. Another fact that makes this destination unique is that the world's largest sundial is situated here.
The massive edifice of Hawa Mahal stands at the intersection of the main road in Jaipur, Badi Chaupad and was built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in the year 1799
Hawa Mahal is a structure made of red and pink sandstone and has a pyramidal structure which almost resembles a crown. It has been embellished with 953 tiny windows, also known as 'Jharokhas' and embellished with gorgeous latticework.
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Hawa Mahal
Hawa Mahal RoadThe massive edifice of Hawa Mahal stands at the intersection of the main road in Jaipur, Badi Chaupad and was built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in the year 1799
Hawa Mahal is a structure made of red and pink sandstone and has a pyramidal structure which almost resembles a crown. It has been embellished with 953 tiny windows, also known as 'Jharokhas' and embellished with gorgeous latticework.
Situated in the Ram Niwas Garden of Jaipur, the Albert Hall Museum is the oldest museum in Rajasthan. Built in 1876, it was initially envisioned to be a concert hall and resembles the architecture of the Victoria and Albert Hall Museum in London, hence, the name. Albert Hall Museum has an extensive collection of artefacts brought from the different regions of the world that are divided over a whopping 16 art galleries! The galleries of the museum have a collection of antiques and artefacts from the past that will blow away your mind. The ancient coins, marble art, pottery, carpets and especially the Egyptian mummy are a treat to the eyes of history buffs.
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Albert Hall Museum
99 Museum RdSituated in the Ram Niwas Garden of Jaipur, the Albert Hall Museum is the oldest museum in Rajasthan. Built in 1876, it was initially envisioned to be a concert hall and resembles the architecture of the Victoria and Albert Hall Museum in London, hence, the name. Albert Hall Museum has an extensive collection of artefacts brought from the different regions of the world that are divided over a whopping 16 art galleries! The galleries of the museum have a collection of antiques and artefacts from the past that will blow away your mind. The ancient coins, marble art, pottery, carpets and especially the Egyptian mummy are a treat to the eyes of history buffs.
Sitting prettily right in the centre of the Man Sagar Lake on the outskirts of Jaipur, lies the splendid and tranquil Jal Mahal. A masterful creation, it is bordered by the Nahargarh Hills.
Jal Mahal was constructed in the 1750s and was commissioned by Maharaja Madho Singh. The most striking feature of this palace is that while only one storey appears above the water level, there are in fact 4 storeys submerged underneath.
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Jal Mahal
Amer RoadSitting prettily right in the centre of the Man Sagar Lake on the outskirts of Jaipur, lies the splendid and tranquil Jal Mahal. A masterful creation, it is bordered by the Nahargarh Hills.
Jal Mahal was constructed in the 1750s and was commissioned by Maharaja Madho Singh. The most striking feature of this palace is that while only one storey appears above the water level, there are in fact 4 storeys submerged underneath.
Must Visit
Chokhi Dhani is a luxury heritage resort synonymous with Rajasthani village culture. It is located a little on the outskirts of the city on Tonk Road. The concept of the village is to give you a tangible feel of rural Rajasthan. It is a true depiction of traditional Rajasthan with ancient artefacts, handicrafts, paintings, folklore and sculptures. The village offers myriad entertainment options- folk dances, singing, camel rides, puppet shows, fortune-tellers, acrobatics, predicting parrots, magic shows, horse riding. etc. It is also known for its traditional Rajasthani food served with a dollop of clarified butter! it is also a 5-star luxury hotel with Royal Cottages, Cottage Rooms and Haveli Suits for tourists to choose from, based on their needs. The resort has a royal décor with ancient relics, vintage furnishings and gives the luxurious look and feel of olden day Rajasthan. It was established in 1989 and has been serving International and Local tourists since 1994.
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Chokhi Dhani
Vatika RoadChokhi Dhani is a luxury heritage resort synonymous with Rajasthani village culture. It is located a little on the outskirts of the city on Tonk Road. The concept of the village is to give you a tangible feel of rural Rajasthan. It is a true depiction of traditional Rajasthan with ancient artefacts, handicrafts, paintings, folklore and sculptures. The village offers myriad entertainment options- folk dances, singing, camel rides, puppet shows, fortune-tellers, acrobatics, predicting parrots, magic shows, horse riding. etc. It is also known for its traditional Rajasthani food served with a dollop of clarified butter! it is also a 5-star luxury hotel with Royal Cottages, Cottage Rooms and Haveli Suits for tourists to choose from, based on their needs. The resort has a royal décor with ancient relics, vintage furnishings and gives the luxurious look and feel of olden day Rajasthan. It was established in 1989 and has been serving International and Local tourists since 1994.
Shopping Hubs
Jaipur is one of the most significant gemstones and jewellery producing city, which is why one can find a variety of designs in numerous stones here easily. Shopping in Jaipur is bliss, and this shop offers some dazzling jewellery with precious and semi-precious gems and handmade necklaces at affordable prices. The place is like a shopper's paradise.
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johri baazar
Johari Bazar RoadJaipur is one of the most significant gemstones and jewellery producing city, which is why one can find a variety of designs in numerous stones here easily. Shopping in Jaipur is bliss, and this shop offers some dazzling jewellery with precious and semi-precious gems and handmade necklaces at affordable prices. The place is like a shopper's paradise.
Tripolia Bazaar is famous for its lac jewellery and its variety of bangles. Textiles too including Bandini and other dye fabrics embroidered intricately can be found in here. One can get a good deal here at a reasonable price with some bargaining required.
Tripolia Bazar
Tripolia BazarTripolia Bazaar is famous for its lac jewellery and its variety of bangles. Textiles too including Bandini and other dye fabrics embroidered intricately can be found in here. One can get a good deal here at a reasonable price with some bargaining required.
Bapu Bazaar is known for its leather products and Mojari shoes (famous Rajasthani footwear made from camel leather). Other shops here sell textiles, handicrafts, perfumes, lehengas, saris, sandstone, etc. One can easily bargain and buy Rajasthani souvenirs in a good deal. It is like an all-in-one market with a variety of items to shop. This is one of the most famous Jaipur markets. This is one of the best shopping places in Jaipur.
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Bapu Bazar
415 Choura RastaBapu Bazaar is known for its leather products and Mojari shoes (famous Rajasthani footwear made from camel leather). Other shops here sell textiles, handicrafts, perfumes, lehengas, saris, sandstone, etc. One can easily bargain and buy Rajasthani souvenirs in a good deal. It is like an all-in-one market with a variety of items to shop. This is one of the most famous Jaipur markets. This is one of the best shopping places in Jaipur.
Shopping in Jaipur will be endless for people who enjoy going for a shopping spree. The specialities of Nehru Bazaar include Rajasthani juttis, ready-made garments and blue pottery items. The prices of the garments are moderate. It has some shops offering household items, bags, gifts and footwear.
Nehru Bazar
Shopping in Jaipur will be endless for people who enjoy going for a shopping spree. The specialities of Nehru Bazaar include Rajasthani juttis, ready-made garments and blue pottery items. The prices of the garments are moderate. It has some shops offering household items, bags, gifts and footwear.
This exquisite and famous market is located right beside Hawa Mahal. It is renowned for its unique Jaipuri quilts, leather shoes, yummy delicious snacks, colourful textiles and puppets. It is spread across the western gate of the city walls and goes up to the eastern city gate. One can spend an excellent enjoyable time with their family and friends while window shopping or doing the actual shopping.
Sireh Deori Gate
Tulsi MargThis exquisite and famous market is located right beside Hawa Mahal. It is renowned for its unique Jaipuri quilts, leather shoes, yummy delicious snacks, colourful textiles and puppets. It is spread across the western gate of the city walls and goes up to the eastern city gate. One can spend an excellent enjoyable time with their family and friends while window shopping or doing the actual shopping.
Food Lovers
Masala Chowk is a one-stop place to end all of the street food cravings. This new destination for Street Food in Jaipur is an open food court in Ram Niwas Garden. The place acts as a home for all prominent Indian street foods and the common open sitting gives the families and friends freedom to choose from the vast varieties of street foods. This place was intended for the tourists and has gradually turned into a favourite hangout spot for the residents of Jaipur. Masala Chowk has street food types like Samosa, Jalebi, Gol Gappa, Chole Bhature, Tea, Mishri Mawa and also South Indian Dishes like Masala Dosa and Uttapa but in a different style. This world of mouthwatering food has an entry ticket of INR 10 only. Masala Chowk is one of the best places to eat in Jaipur.
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Masala Chowk
Rina RoadMasala Chowk is a one-stop place to end all of the street food cravings. This new destination for Street Food in Jaipur is an open food court in Ram Niwas Garden. The place acts as a home for all prominent Indian street foods and the common open sitting gives the families and friends freedom to choose from the vast varieties of street foods. This place was intended for the tourists and has gradually turned into a favourite hangout spot for the residents of Jaipur. Masala Chowk has street food types like Samosa, Jalebi, Gol Gappa, Chole Bhature, Tea, Mishri Mawa and also South Indian Dishes like Masala Dosa and Uttapa but in a different style. This world of mouthwatering food has an entry ticket of INR 10 only. Masala Chowk is one of the best places to eat in Jaipur.
If you thought that Jaipur is a city which is high on vegetarian food then you guessed it wrong. It is a city which is also famous for its Laal Maas and Chicken Tikkas. To satisfy your chicken-craving no place can be better than Sethi Bar-Be-Que situated at Ajmer Road. It is a craze among the non-vegetarian crowd of the city and is styled in a total dhaba atmosphere. People generally prefer to eat in their cars here so might find a long queue of cars outside this place. Served with tandoori roti, masala, onion rings and lemon the chicken tikka is something to die for (obviously not literally!). Make sure to also try the Lahsooni Chicken Tikka and Haryali Chicken Tikka which is a speciality of this place. For non-veg lovers, this is one of the best places to eat in Jaipur.
Sethi Tikka Kabab Curry
28 Ajmer RdIf you thought that Jaipur is a city which is high on vegetarian food then you guessed it wrong. It is a city which is also famous for its Laal Maas and Chicken Tikkas. To satisfy your chicken-craving no place can be better than Sethi Bar-Be-Que situated at Ajmer Road. It is a craze among the non-vegetarian crowd of the city and is styled in a total dhaba atmosphere. People generally prefer to eat in their cars here so might find a long queue of cars outside this place. Served with tandoori roti, masala, onion rings and lemon the chicken tikka is something to die for (obviously not literally!). Make sure to also try the Lahsooni Chicken Tikka and Haryali Chicken Tikka which is a speciality of this place. For non-veg lovers, this is one of the best places to eat in Jaipur.
Serving over 68 years, Jal Mahal is the best place for all your ice-cream cravings. With the cosy indoor setting, the menu of Jal Mahal includes a blend of various types of ice-cream flavours.
Jal Mahal Ice Cream Cafe
Vaishali MargServing over 68 years, Jal Mahal is the best place for all your ice-cream cravings. With the cosy indoor setting, the menu of Jal Mahal includes a blend of various types of ice-cream flavours.
Pyaaz Kachori is a must-try when it comes to things to eat in Jaipur. Once you taste these high-on-calorie-but-even-higher-on-taste kachoris you won't be able to stop eating it. The most known place in Jaipur for this delectable item is Rawat Mishthan Bhandar. This is actually a restaurant but is more popular as a mithai shop. Apart from serving the pyaaz-kachori, they have almost 50 other varieties of sweets. You can also try the samosa, mirchi-vada, aloo bonda, dal kachori and every other thing that is basically a nightmare for people on a diet. Be assured you won't regret savouring these spicy Rajasthani dishes.
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Rawat Misthan Bhandar
B9 Station RoadPyaaz Kachori is a must-try when it comes to things to eat in Jaipur. Once you taste these high-on-calorie-but-even-higher-on-taste kachoris you won't be able to stop eating it. The most known place in Jaipur for this delectable item is Rawat Mishthan Bhandar. This is actually a restaurant but is more popular as a mithai shop. Apart from serving the pyaaz-kachori, they have almost 50 other varieties of sweets. You can also try the samosa, mirchi-vada, aloo bonda, dal kachori and every other thing that is basically a nightmare for people on a diet. Be assured you won't regret savouring these spicy Rajasthani dishes.
Not just the Punjabis but also the Rajasthanis know how to serve a totally delicious glass of Lassi. At least that's what we can confer from the popularity of the Lassiwala located on the MI Road. The USP of this place is the lassi served in earthen pots which add a unique aroma to the lassi. Available in both sweet and sour flavour, the lassi is topped with a thick layer of malai which leaves you refreshingly fresh and also surprisingly full! The Lassiwala has been in existence since 1944 so you can figure out the popularity of this place. Make sure to visit it in the early hours of the day as they tend to run out of lassi by 4 pm every day.
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Lassiwala
Shop 312 MI RoadNot just the Punjabis but also the Rajasthanis know how to serve a totally delicious glass of Lassi. At least that's what we can confer from the popularity of the Lassiwala located on the MI Road. The USP of this place is the lassi served in earthen pots which add a unique aroma to the lassi. Available in both sweet and sour flavour, the lassi is topped with a thick layer of malai which leaves you refreshingly fresh and also surprisingly full! The Lassiwala has been in existence since 1944 so you can figure out the popularity of this place. Make sure to visit it in the early hours of the day as they tend to run out of lassi by 4 pm every day.
Another avenue to marvel the architectural beauty and heritage of Jaipur, this cafe is soaked with the beauty of the city. Located bang opposite Hawa Mahal, with a clear as crystal view of it across the street, albeit that of the traffic below too, the café provides serious vantage points for memorable pictures and reminiscing. Throw your feet up to relax over tea, coffee and more. It is one of the best rooftop cafes in Jaipur.
Wind View Cafe
Hawa Mahal RoadAnother avenue to marvel the architectural beauty and heritage of Jaipur, this cafe is soaked with the beauty of the city. Located bang opposite Hawa Mahal, with a clear as crystal view of it across the street, albeit that of the traffic below too, the café provides serious vantage points for memorable pictures and reminiscing. Throw your feet up to relax over tea, coffee and more. It is one of the best rooftop cafes in Jaipur.