Common description
Jaipur is a city in India, Rajasthan. Jaipur, called the Pink City because of the unusual pink color of the stone used in the construction, was built in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh.
Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan, home to a group of military clans (Rajputs) who have controlled this part of India for over 1000 years. The project of young Bengali architect Vidhiadhara Bhattacharya was designed in accordance with the canons of ancient Indian architecture, which also includes the rectangular location of the quarters. The whole of Jaipur, surrounded by a wall that protects the city from enemy troops and wild beasts, is divided into nine rectangular sectors. It was the only rectangular Indian city at that time.
monuments
city palace
The former Magaraj Palace, which occupies the seventh part of the walled ancient city, is an alloy of two architectural styles - Rajput (Rajastani) and Mogol (Mughal). The complex includes Chandra Mahal, Sri Govind Dev Temple and City Peles Museum. The palace houses a museum with a wonderful collection of costumes and weapons, an art gallery with a collection of miniatures and carpets.
Gantar-Mantar
The largest of the five observatories built by Sawai Jai Singh in five different cities in India. The observatory contains instruments that represent the pinnacle of medieval astronomical art.
Hawa Mahal
Jaipur Palace of the Winds - one of the main tourist attractions in North India. Hava Mahal or the Palace of the Winds has become a symbol of Jaipur. This five-story pink stone building, decorated with columns and balconies, was built in 1799. Hawa Mahal is part of the city's palace complex, which also includes the Mubarak Mahal, the Guest Palace, built at the end of the 19th century.
Sarga-Sully
The city's tallest tower, also called Isar-Rocky, was built in 1749. Not too long ago, it was opened to the public. The tower is the place where the best panorama of the city opens.
Galtaji
Ancient pilgrimage center to the east of the city. Temples, pavilions, pools and springs with holy water are surrounded by lush greenery. A small temple of the sun god built on a hilltop is visible from anywhere in the city.
Amber Palace
Amber Palace is 11 km north of Jaipur. It is an incredibly beautiful complex of palaces, halls, pavilions, gardens and temples, built over two centuries. Behind a strict and austere facade lies the paradise interior, in which Mughal and Hindi styles are united in their highest embodiment. The opening views of the hall can be called an example of oriental luxury. Paintings depicting scenes of war and hunting, inlaid with precious stones and mirrors. In front of the palace is Lake Maotai, the surface of which reflects the beauty of Amber.
Fort Jaigarh
Water Palace.One of the few military fortresses in medieval India that has retained the past splendor of palaces, gardens, pools and temples.
Kanak Vrindavan
Recently renovated complex of beautiful temples.
Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan, home to a group of military clans (Rajputs) who have controlled this part of India for over 1000 years. The project of young Bengali architect Vidhiadhara Bhattacharya was designed in accordance with the canons of ancient Indian architecture, which also includes the rectangular location of the quarters. The whole of Jaipur, surrounded by a wall that protects the city from enemy troops and wild beasts, is divided into nine rectangular sectors. It was the only rectangular Indian city at that time.
monuments
city palace
The former Magaraj Palace, which occupies the seventh part of the walled ancient city, is an alloy of two architectural styles - Rajput (Rajastani) and Mogol (Mughal). The complex includes Chandra Mahal, Sri Govind Dev Temple and City Peles Museum. The palace houses a museum with a wonderful collection of costumes and weapons, an art gallery with a collection of miniatures and carpets.
Gantar-Mantar
The largest of the five observatories built by Sawai Jai Singh in five different cities in India. The observatory contains instruments that represent the pinnacle of medieval astronomical art.
Hawa Mahal
Jaipur Palace of the Winds - one of the main tourist attractions in North India. Hava Mahal or the Palace of the Winds has become a symbol of Jaipur. This five-story pink stone building, decorated with columns and balconies, was built in 1799. Hawa Mahal is part of the city's palace complex, which also includes the Mubarak Mahal, the Guest Palace, built at the end of the 19th century.
Sarga-Sully
The city's tallest tower, also called Isar-Rocky, was built in 1749. Not too long ago, it was opened to the public. The tower is the place where the best panorama of the city opens.
Galtaji
Ancient pilgrimage center to the east of the city. Temples, pavilions, pools and springs with holy water are surrounded by lush greenery. A small temple of the sun god built on a hilltop is visible from anywhere in the city.
Amber Palace
Amber Palace is 11 km north of Jaipur. It is an incredibly beautiful complex of palaces, halls, pavilions, gardens and temples, built over two centuries. Behind a strict and austere facade lies the paradise interior, in which Mughal and Hindi styles are united in their highest embodiment. The opening views of the hall can be called an example of oriental luxury. Paintings depicting scenes of war and hunting, inlaid with precious stones and mirrors. In front of the palace is Lake Maotai, the surface of which reflects the beauty of Amber.
Fort Jaigarh
Water Palace.One of the few military fortresses in medieval India that has retained the past splendor of palaces, gardens, pools and temples.
Kanak Vrindavan
Recently renovated complex of beautiful temples.
Jaipur on map
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