Jaipur

About Jaipur

Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, is one of India's most vibrant and historically rich cities. Founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, it was one of the first planned cities in the world. Its old city walls, painted in a distinctive terracotta pink, earned it the nickname 'The Pink City.' Home to opulent palaces, grand forts, and bazaars filled with gems and textiles, Jaipur is the anchor of India's famous Golden Triangle tourist route.

Top Attractions

6 must-visit sights in Jaipur

Fort

Amber Fort

A majestic hilltop fort with stunning mirror-work interiors and panoramic valley views.

₹550 entryOpen 8am–5:30pm daily

Palace

Hawa Mahal

The iconic 'Palace of Winds' — a five-storey façade of 953 latticework windows.

₹200 entryOpen 9am–4:30pm

Palace

City Palace

A sprawling royal complex of courtyards, gardens, and museums still partly occupied by the royal family.

₹700 entryOpen 9:30am–5pm daily

Other

Jantar Mantar

A UNESCO World Heritage astronomical observatory with massive stone instruments built in 1734.

₹200 entryOpen 9am–4:30pm

Fort

Nahargarh Fort

A ruined hilltop fort offering sweeping sunset views over the entire Pink City.

₹100 entryOpen 10am–5:30pm

Market

Johari Bazaar

Jaipur's legendary gem and jewellery market — one of the best in all of Asia.

Free entryOpen 11am–8pm

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