1) Jal mahal:
Jal Mahal is a man-made water reservoir created in 1956. âJalâ stands for water and âMahalâ means palace. It counts in the Top 4 Places to Visit in Jaipur. It was built under the rule of âMaharaja Madho Singhâ. It is set up in the middle of âMan Sagar Lakeâ. It is one floor up although it is said that it has four more floors, those are currently underwater. Jal Mahal is the most popular and photogenic place in Jaipur. It turns out to be more beautiful and cherished after sunset. It is built in a classic Rajput manner with pink sandstones. Many people come to see Jal Mahal from the banks of Man Sagar Lake but so many people are unaware that they can also visit the palace from inside. In the evening, the banks were full of street food, vendors selling some jewelry, and antiques, and photographers were there. In the evening the place becomes crowded and rushed. The palace is covered with bright Yellow lights which seem to be flawless in the night.
2) Hawa Mahal:
Hawa Mahal is one of the most famous, glorious and Top Attractions in Jaipur. Hawa Mahal means âPalace of the windsâ. The five parts of the building look like Honeycomb, are windy inside, and are the best places to visit in Jaipur. The amazing ventilation of the palace makes it more unique and liked by tourists. The construction of the Hawa mahal at that time was done for the ladies of Royal families and court so that they could see the busy streets of âJohari Bazaarâ from the windows (Jharokhas). The amazing feature of these windows is that nobody can see the ladies from outside the palace. Hawa Mahal is a five-floor building and it is the tallest of all the Historical places in Jaipur. Hawa Mahal has the greatest fact that it is dedicated to âLord Vishnuâ. Although the architecture of Hawa Mahal is traditional, it is to be said that the structure of Hawa Mahal seems like Lord Vishnu’s crown. The architecture contains both styles âHindu Rajputâ and âIslamicâ. The domes and pillars represent the Hindu Rajput style and the âArchesâ show the Islamic style.
3) Nahargarh Fort:
Nahargarh Fort is situated at the peak of âAravalli Hillsâ. It was created under the rule of âJai Singhâ in 1734. Firstly, it was created in 1734 but later it was expanded in 1868. The name of this place is said to be Nahargarh because this is the dwelling house of Tigers. Secondly, because this sits on the peak of Aravali hills and it defends and protects Jaipur from Enemies. Within the walls, the Nahargarh Fort houses âMadhavendra Bhawanâ (it’s the summer destination of Royal families and Court). This is the best Place to Visit in Jaipur. Built by âMadho Singhâ and have separate 12 boundaries for his twelve Wifes. Each boundary is connected to each other with one corridor and the corridors are decorated with gems and antiques. Even today it is more likely to be seen by the local visitors after sunset because of the view of the whole Jaipur city and it is one of the Tourist Places in Jaipur.
4) City Palace:
City Palace was constructed by âMaharaja Sawai Jai Singh IIâ the founder of Jaipur. It represents the beautiful combination of Mughal and Rajput architecture. Even today the palace is still a living house for the ruling and royal families although they live in a private section of the palace. City Palace is the best place to visit in Jaipur. for those who have interest in Museums. Once it was constructed by âMaharaja Sawai Jai Singh IIâ but later it was extended and changed by other rulers. The City Palace complex includes the âMubarak Mahalâ (the palace of reception) and âMaharani Mahalâ (the palace of the queen). At present the âMubarak Mahalâ is presented to the visitors as âMaharaja Sawai Jai Singhâsâ museum which showcases the royal costumes like Kashmiri Shawls, Banarasi silk saree and other dresses. The âMaharaniâs Mahalâ showcases the royal Rajputi weapons and some dating back to the 15th century. Today this is Best Tourist Attractions in Jaipur and most liked by visitors for its museum and brilliant architecture.
5) Jantar Mantar:
Jantar Mantar is the oldest astronomical observatory featuring the worldâs largest stone sundial. It is located at the center of Jaipur and comes in Top 5 Places to visit in Jaipur. Jantar Mantar contains 19 astronomical instruments built by âSawai Jai Singhâ the founder of Jaipur. It was constructed in 1734. It was destroyed in the 19th century. The name Jantar derived from âYantraâ a Sanskrit word âinstrument or machineâ and âMantarâ from âmantranaâ also a Sanskrit word meaning âconsult or calculateâ. Therefore, it stands for âcalculate instrumentâ. It shows the ancient ways of reading the stars in the sky. If you are a person who loves to study about ancient Rajasthan then this is the Place in Jaipur to Go.
6) Sound & light Show at Jai Niwas Udyan:
Jai Niwas Udyan is the Top 5th fun and Sightseeing tourist place in Jaipur. Jai Niwas Udyan is famous for its 3D Light and Sound show in Jaipur. Basically, it shows the 3-D Projection Mapping-based Light and Figures. At Jai Niwas Udyan the light and Sound show uses 3 clips at DLP projectors with 26,000 lumens, DMX-controlled LED lights, 1.5 Audio surround system. This show is made to tell the History of âShri Govind Dev Jiâ Temple. It showcases the sculpture of âShri Brijnathâ (The grandson of Lord Krishna). This is the best Place to Visit in Jaipur for enjoying nightlife.
7) Albert Hall:
Albert hall is one of the Top Attractions in Jaipur. The inspiration for the design and its name were taken from âVictoria and Albert Museumâ in London. It is located at the center of âRam Niwas Baghâ. âSir Swinton Jacobâ, the constructor of Albert Hall, conceptualized and designed it using styles from Indo-Saracenic architecture. The museum shows a wide variety of ancient Weapons, wood crafts, carpets, metal sculptures, natural stones etc. It also contains a collection of miniatures from Bondi, Udaipur, Kishangarh, Kota etc. So, if you are a person who loves to visit museums then this is best Place to Visit in Jaipur.
8) Gaitore (Memorials of Kings):
Gaitore is the most liked and beautiful Famous Place to Visit in Jaipur. In ancient times this place was constructed for the âImmolateâ of âKachwaha Rajput kingsâ and members of âRoyal Familiesâ. The word âGaitoreâ is taken from a Hindi phrase âGaya ka Thorâ which means âresting peace of the passed away soulsâ. It is located at the narrow valley on Jaipur-Amer Road. This place is approx. 15-16 kilometers from Jaipur. The valley has many âChatriâ which are made up of red sandstones and white marbles. It represents the perfect combination of Hindu and Islamic architecture. Gaitore has the symmetry of Maharaja Madho Singh, Sawai Ram Singh, Sawai Jai Singh II and so on. From all symmetries Sawai Jai Singhâs Symmetry was the beautiful one and it is said that each symmetry shows the likes and taste of each ruler/king. If you are planning a trip to Jaipur and searching one of the best Places to Visit in Jaipur then Gaitore is for you.
