Fascinating Jaipur, with its inimitable legacy of valour, chivalry and romance, takes you on an unforgettable journey down its labyrinthine alleys of Time.
With its kaleidoscope of colour and sound, this 18th century city with its trellised, tantalizing Hawa Mahal, the 5 storied stunning semi-octagonal monument having 152 windows with over hanging latticed balconies as a fine piece of Rajput architecture, magnificent Jantar Mantar Stone Observatory, the Central Museum
situated in the Ram Niwas Garden, are “must-sees”. This graceful building was founded in 1876 by Prince Albert and houses a rare collection of archaeological and handicraft pieces.
The elegant City Palace, a blend of Rajput and Mughal architecture, housing a Seven storeyed Chandra Mahal in the centre, affords one a fine view of the gardens and city. With its Diwan-E-Am displaying intricate decorations and collection of manuscripts, Diwan-E-Khas ,a marble paved gallery, Mubarak Mahal showcasing a rich collection of costumes and textiles and Sileh Khan, containing an impressive collection of armoury and weapons, it is a must reiterates the excellent Jaipur Travel Guide!
The impressive Jaigarh Fort with the world’s biggest cannon on wheels, Laxmi Narayan Temple with intricate marble carvings, wonderfully carved cenotaphs at Maharani ki Chhatri, the unique Ishwar Lat or ‘heaven piercing minaret’, the tower, near Tripolia gate, built by Maharaja Ishwari Singh (1744-51), which offers one of the most breathtaking view of the city, are evocative of Jaipur’s diverse legacy.
Vidhyadhar Garden built by Vidyadhar, is a beautiful terraced garden with several galleries and pavilions decorated with exquisite murals, depicting Lord Krishna, Rani Sisodia Garden and Kanak Vrindavan are also worth visiting.
And finally, the impressive Amer Fort and Palace complex, lavishly ornamented and displaying the riches of Amer! Sheesh Mahal chamber of Mirrors, Diwan-e-Am - a beautifully proportioned hall open on three sides and standing on two rows of ornamented pillars and Diwan e-Khas with exquisitely delicate mosaic work in glass, while Sukh mandir is guarded by sandalwood doors inlaid with ivory! Throughout the massive fort finely carved lattice windows, exquisitely painted doorways, halls and finely sculptured pillars-this magnificent legacy deserves a celebration at the finest Banquet Hall in Jaipur!
With its kaleidoscope of colour and sound, this 18th century city with its trellised, tantalizing Hawa Mahal, the 5 storied stunning semi-octagonal monument having 152 windows with over hanging latticed balconies as a fine piece of Rajput architecture, magnificent Jantar Mantar Stone Observatory, the Central Museum
situated in the Ram Niwas Garden, are “must-sees”. This graceful building was founded in 1876 by Prince Albert and houses a rare collection of archaeological and handicraft pieces.
The elegant City Palace, a blend of Rajput and Mughal architecture, housing a Seven storeyed Chandra Mahal in the centre, affords one a fine view of the gardens and city. With its Diwan-E-Am displaying intricate decorations and collection of manuscripts, Diwan-E-Khas ,a marble paved gallery, Mubarak Mahal showcasing a rich collection of costumes and textiles and Sileh Khan, containing an impressive collection of armoury and weapons, it is a must reiterates the excellent Jaipur Travel Guide!
The impressive Jaigarh Fort with the world’s biggest cannon on wheels, Laxmi Narayan Temple with intricate marble carvings, wonderfully carved cenotaphs at Maharani ki Chhatri, the unique Ishwar Lat or ‘heaven piercing minaret’, the tower, near Tripolia gate, built by Maharaja Ishwari Singh (1744-51), which offers one of the most breathtaking view of the city, are evocative of Jaipur’s diverse legacy.
Vidhyadhar Garden built by Vidyadhar, is a beautiful terraced garden with several galleries and pavilions decorated with exquisite murals, depicting Lord Krishna, Rani Sisodia Garden and Kanak Vrindavan are also worth visiting.
And finally, the impressive Amer Fort and Palace complex, lavishly ornamented and displaying the riches of Amer! Sheesh Mahal chamber of Mirrors, Diwan-e-Am - a beautifully proportioned hall open on three sides and standing on two rows of ornamented pillars and Diwan e-Khas with exquisitely delicate mosaic work in glass, while Sukh mandir is guarded by sandalwood doors inlaid with ivory! Throughout the massive fort finely carved lattice windows, exquisitely painted doorways, halls and finely sculptured pillars-this magnificent legacy deserves a celebration at the finest Banquet Hall in Jaipur!
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