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Jaipur Life and Travel Tips

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Auto Rickshaws
in the event that an auto rickshaw drivers stops at a shop, make it very clear that you are not interested and will not leave the vehicle. They are simply after their commission from the shop

Bookstores
the main bookstores in Jaipur are on the MI Road and Bhagwandas Marg

Cashpoints
24-hour ATMs are situated on the Ashoka Marg, Bhagwat Bhavan, Ganpati Plaza and various parts of MI Road

Digital Photographs
a number of photo shops around Jaipur are able to save your digital photos onto a CD for a relatively small charge

Drinking Water
tap water in Jaipur and throughout India is poor in quality and should be avoided, unless boiled first or you use purification tablets

Gem Scams
don't be talked into buying gem stones, expecting to be able to sell them in your home country for big profits. They will be worth only a fraction of what you actually pay for them

Haggling
when purchasing goods from markets in Jaipur and shops targeting tourists, be prepared for some friendly haggling, to ensure that you don't pay over the odds

Hawa Mahal
when taking photographs of Jaipur's spectacular Hawa Mahal, you may be approached by locals persuading you that the upper floor on their house offers the best views. This is just a rouse to try and persuade you to buy jewellery or similar goods

Hustlers
Indians may approach you on a motorbike and try to persuade you to come with them. Whatever the reason may be, simply say no and move on

Internet Access
many places around Jaipur offer Internet access and charge per hour, regardless of the connection speed

Jewellery
much of the jewellery for sale around Jaipur is fake, so be especially careful of the quality and stick to the main jewellers, rather than smaller, expensive backstreet stores

Pickpockets
the crowded markets in Jaipur are a pickpocketers paradise, so always be aware of your valuables, keeping them safe and hidden

Tipping
restaurants, porters, auto rickshaw drivers and taxis will all expect to be tipped at your discretion

Jaipur Medical Helpline

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Medical Helpline Jaipur
Doctor’s Name
Speciality
Hospital’s Name
Address
Contact No.

Dr. Vijay Jain
Vitreo-Retina &Phaco Emulsificaton(Cataract Surgery)
Jain Eye Hospital
K-44, Fatec TibaMoti Dongri Road,Jaipur
260888726045559414050027

Dr. Vijay Rathore
Consult & GeneralLaproscopic Surgeon
Tagore Hospital& Reeearch Institute
Tagore Lane Secter 7, Shipra Path, Madhyam Marg, Mansarovar, jaipur-20
6450553/5465153819829620580

Dr. S. B. Solanki
Consiltant Orthopaedic & Joint Replacement Surgeon
Tagore Hospital & Research Institute
Tagore Lane Secter7, Shipra Path-Madhyam Marg, Mansrovar, Jaipur-20
6450553/5465153818414079343

Dr. Satish Jain
Ear, Nose, Throat, Head & NeckCancer Surgeon
Jani ENT Hospital
23-24, Satya ViharColony Pankaj Singhavi Marg, Nr New Vidhansabha, Lal Kothi, Jaipur
274282827425419351326744

Dr. Sanjeeb Roy
Sr. Consultant & InterventionalCardiologist
Fortis EscortsHospital
Jawaharlal NehruMarg, Malviya Nagar, Jaipur 17
9829644459

Dr. Sailesh Lodha
Sr. Cinsultant-Incharge Diabetes & Endocrinology
Fortis EscortsHospital
759, Mahavir Nagar-1, Near Ayappa Temple,tonk Road, Jaipur
27244552547000

Dr. Rakesh Yadav
Consiltant Neuro-Psychiatrist& De-AddictionSpecialist
Bhagwan Mahavir Psychiatric & General Hospital
146, Officers Campus, Extn., Opp. Sanskar School, Sirsi Road Jaipur
235758498290664189351157584

Dr. Rakesh Chittora
Cardiac, Surgeon
Fortis Escorts Hospital
Jawaharlal Neshru Marg, Malviya Nagar, Jaipur-17
92143300567

Dr. Gunjan Jain
Gynecologist Infertility Specialist
Jain Fertility & Mother Care Hospital
D-253. Amrapali Marg, Hanuman Nagar, VaisaliJaipur-21
235928923592909414060909

Dr. Mukesh Kalla
Gastroenterologist
S.R. Kalla Memorial Gastro & General Hospital
78, Dhuleshwar Garden, Behind HSBC Bank, Sardar Patel Marg, Jaipur
5112042/439829050622

Dr. Dinesh Shah
Coloproctologist & Piles Speciallist
Piles Clinic
G-24, Unnati Tower, Centre Spine, Vidhayadhar Nagar, Jaipur
652136223349599414250973

Dr. Dhananjay K. Mangal
Sr. ConsultantPediatric
Babylon Hospital
311, Adarsh Nagar, Nr, Happy Nursing Home, Jaipur
26112439414028028

Dr. Balvinder Singh Thakkar
Dental Surgeon &Cosmetic Orthodonitist Forirregular Teeth Correction
Government Dental College
24, Ganga Path,Suraj Nagar(West),Civil Line, Jaipur-06
222522298292137009928370000

Dr. Anish Maru
Cancer Specialist
Searoc Cancer Centre, S.K. Soni Hospital
B-105,Sethi Colony, Nr. Satellite Hospital, Jaipur-04
26012879829060128

Dr. Akhilesh Sharma
Laser, Cosmetic & Plastic Surgeon
Lase Cosmetic, Plastic, Burn & Hand Surgery Centre
A-50, Madho Kunj, Janta Colny, Nr. Tagore School, Jaipur-04
260085526089169829013567

Jaipur Hospital list

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anil hospital , jaipur

arya hospital , jaipur

baheti hospital & center for reproductive health care , jaipur

central hospital-nw railways , jaipur

dr. n. k. malpani laproscopic & gastrantology centre , jaipur

dr. talwars medical centre , jaipur

dr.choyals hospital , jaipur

india speech therapy centre , jaipur

liberty hospital , jaipur

parwati beharilal memorial nursing home , jaipur

rungta hospital , jaipur

soni hospital , jaipur

star pharmacy & clinic , jaipur

tongia heart & general hospital , jaipur

Jaipur Cinema Hall

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Ashok Nagar
Raj Mandir
B-16, Bhagwan Das Rd C-Scheme,
Jaipur -302001
Phone 2379372

Jaipur Location

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- Adarsh Nagar

- Amer

- Ashok Nagar

- Bagru- Bani Park

- Bapu Nagar- Chomun

- Civil Lines

- Jawahar Nagar

- Jhotwara

- Malviya Nagar

- Mansarovar

- Pink City

- Rambagh

- Sanganer

- Sodala

- Shankarnagar

- Shastri Nagar

- Vidhyadhar Nagar

- Near Airport

- Near Jaipur Railway Station

- Near Bus Station

Places of Interest

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Forts & Palaces

Amber Fort.

Hawa Mahal

Jal Mahal.

City Palace..

Jaigarh Fort
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Nahargarh Fort

Museum

Dolls Museum

Government Central Museum

Hawa Mahal Museum

Museum of Indology

Sawai Man Singh II Museum

B M Birla Planetarium

Modern Art Gallery

Monuments

Jantar Mantar

Gardens

Ram Niwas Garden

Zoological Garden
Vidyadhar Garden
Sisodia Rani Ka Bagh
Kanak Vrindavan Garden

Holy Places

Birla Mandir

Govind Devji Temple..

Jagat Shiromani Temple

Kalki Temple..

Moti Doongri Temple

Places of Interest
The city of Jaipur abodes some of the beautiful monuments in the world. The monuments that were built by the maharajas hitherto carry with them the notions of culture and customs of medieval Rajasthan.

The monuments and places in Jaipur are rich sources of information about the existing life style during those times. All the places in Jaipur have more than a single common trait. The places reveal a pure culture that heightens the primordial sensation inherent in humans.

Shopping Malls

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Cine Star Multiplex
Vidyadhar Nagar
Jaipur

Jaipur ATM

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Adarsh Nagar
Bank of Baroda
304/4,Raja Park, Adarsh Nagar
Jaipur - 302004
# 2621893, 2620348, 2623659

Ashok Nagar
HDFC BankD-54, Siddhivinayak Ashok Marg, C Scheme Jaipur - 302004

Bani Park
HDFC BankPlot No. C-10 , Choudhary House Sawai Jai Singh Highway , Bani Park
Jaipur - 302 016

Bapu Nagar
Punjab National BankSB94, Jawahar Lal Nehru Marg, Bapu Nagar
Jaipur - 302015

Jhotwara
Punjab National BankNear Over Bridge, Jhotwara
Jaipur - 302012

Malviya Nagar
Bank of Baroda
C-39, Hari Marg , Opp- Kardhani Shopping Centre
Malviya Nagar, Jaipur - 302017
# 5127454

Canara Bank
107-108, Arihanth Plaza Near Petrol Pump Malviya Nagar, Jaipur

Indian Overseas Bank
D - 672, Malviya Nagar, Jaipur - 302017

Mansarovar
Bank of Baroda
Sector 6 , MansarovarJaipur - 302020
# 2780571, 2781580

Canara Bank
44/93-96, Sector 4 (Zone 44), Between Kiran Path Rajat, Path, Madhanmarg
Jaipur

Oriental Bank of Commerce
119/470 Aggarwal farm, MansarovarJaipur

UTI Bank
Galaxy, Sp-9, Galaxy Cinema,Near Fun Kingdom, Mansarovar Jaipur - 302006 1
Pink City

Bank of Baroda
Tripoloa BazarJaipur - 302002

Bank of Baroda
Johari Bazar
Jaipur - 302002 # 2566651 2569489 2564047

UTI Bank
Shop No 248, Johari Bazar,Jaipur - 302003
Rambagh

Jaipur Bank List

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Foreign Banks

Citi Bank
http://www.citibank.com

Government Banks

Andhra Bank
http://www.andhrabank-india.com/

Bank of Baroda
http://www.bankofbaroda.com/

Canara Bank
http://www.canbankindia.com

Indian Overseas Bank
http://www.iob.com

Oriental Bank of Commerce
http://www.obcindia.com/

Punjab and Sind Bank
http://www.psbindia.com/

Punjab National Bank
http://www.pnbindia.com/

Reserve Bank of India
http://www.rbi.org.in

State Bank of India
http://www.statebankofindia.com

Private Banks

HDFC Bank
http://www.hdfcbank.com

ICICI Bank
http://www.icicibank.com

IDBI Bank
http://www.idbibank.com

Syndicate Bank
http://www.syndicatebank.com

UCO Bank
http://www.ucobank.com

UTI Bank
http://www.utibank.com

GENERAL INFORMATION

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Area :Jaipur City (Municipal limits 64.75 sq. km. ,Pink City 9.8 sq. km.)

Altitude : 431 metres

Climate : Mean Max. Mean Min.

Summer : 45.0 degree C 25.8 degree C

Winter : 22.0 degree C 8.3 degree C

Best Season : Spetember- March

Clothing : Summer light tropical

Winter: light woollen

Languages : English, Hindi, Rajasthani.

Pushkar images

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Folk Dances

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In the realm of the folkways dance and music rule supreme and one cannot think of Rajasthan without this important element of its folk life. A large variety of musical instruments is used in the countryside.

It ranges from the soft tinklers to thunderous kettledrums; from simple, slender flutes to intriguing trumpets; and from the rustic looking resonators for basic rhythm to elegant and fully developed bowing or plucking devices.

It is a fascinating sight to see the folk musicians of Rajasthan with their musical instruments, who besides dressing themselves in colourful attire, also decorate and embellish their instruments with beautiful trappings and ornamental coverings.

They are a people with music in their souls. Their amazingly rich music has an extraordinary individuality, tradition and exotic flavor, which gives a distinctive feature and quality to their musical sounds, and a certain pulse which does not fail to fascinate the listener, staying like lingering perfume.

They have songs for every occasion with rich emotional content, almost an endless variety of tunes, quite a few delightful dance forms, and a large number of musical instruments, all a collective creation of the folks which is retained by them in its traditional form and character and passed from one generation to the other.

There is a great tradition of popular poetry, which is written under the rival banners of Turru and Kalangi. This is a sung in groups in Jikri, Kanhaiyya or Geet(of the Meenas), Hele-ke-Khyal and Bam Rasiya of Eastern Rajasthan. Group singing of classical bandishes, called the Dangal or taalbandi is also unique to this region.

Bhopas are singing priests of various deities or warrior saints.The Bhopas of Mataji wear costumes and play the Mashak.

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About Pushkar Fair

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Pushkar, an important religious place for Hindus, is located only 11 kms from Ajmer in Rajasthan . This little town is hugely known for the "Pushkar Fair' (where the mass trading of camels takes place), "the Lord Brahma Temple", a "picturesque lake' and "camel fair".

Pushkar Temples

Pushkar, located 11 km northwest of Ajmer in the state of Rajasthan, is one of the most important pilgrimages in the country. The town is considered to be sacred by the Hindus because of the presence of some 500 temples, which encircle the lake.

Brahma Temple
This is the most revered shrine in Pushkar, which happens t be the only temple devoted to The Lord Brahma, worshipped as the Creator of the Universe in the known Hindu Trinity

Varah Temple
The Varah Temple is devoted to the Lord Vishnu, the preserver in the Hindu Trinity of Gods. The temple is houses an image of Vishnu in his fifth incarnation of wild boar and was built by the King Anaji Chauhan (1123-1150) and is equal in importance to the more well known, Brahma Temple

Savitri Temple
This temple is devoted to the Godess Savitri, one of Brahma's wives, and is located on the highest hill above the Pushkar town

Pushkar, the quiet little town of eastern Rajasthan, is located 13 km from Ajmer, on the edge of a small and beautiful lake. Pushkar is a city of 400 temples and 52 bathing ghats. Pushkar prides itself on being the site of the only temple of the Hindu God of Creation, Brahma.

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Pushkar Festival

Location: 11-km From Ajmer, Rajasthan

Tourist Attractions: 25 Bathing Ghats, Cattle Fair

Significance: Houses The Only Brahma Temple In India.

Best Time To Visit: Mid-October To Mid-March.

Pushkar Weather

In Summer: 45 C (Max) - 25 C (Min)
In winter: 22 C (Max) - 8 C (Min)
Rainy Season : from July to Mid Sept, and very humid (Upton 90%)
Our suggestion: Sept. Dec.

It is said that while Lord Brahma was passing this spot he dropped a lotus flower. From the spots where the petals fell, water sprang out and lakes were formed.
There is a rectangular lake here surrounded by temples. According to the Padma Purana, Brahma, the lord of creation, killed a demon with a lotus flower here. He dropped the lotus at this place to kill the demon. Petals fell in three spots, where lakes emerged

Brahma wanted to perform a yajna on the full moon day in Kartika (Oct/Nov). Lord Brahma, the creator, was in search of a suitable place to perform the yajna. The lotus from his hand fell down, rebounded, and fell at three places, from where water sprang. Thus Brahma decided to perform the yajna at Pushkar (push-lotus; kar-hand).

But the yajna could not take place without his wife, Savitri, by his side, and she was late. Brahma therefore for him, so that he could fulfill the religious obligations.

So the priest manifested a daughter called Gayatri. Because she was an untouchable, to purify her, she was put into the mouth of a cow and removed from the other end, which totally purified her. When Savitri arrived, she saw Brahma married without her permission. So she cursed Brahma that he would only be worshiped at Pushkar.

How to Reach there ?

Air The closest airport is 131 km away in Jaipur.

Train By Train

Bus By Train

More Attraction In Pushkar

Ajmer-e-Sharief Dargah

At the foot of a barren hill, is situated India s most important pilgrimage center for people from all faiths.
It is the splendid tomb of the Sufi saint Khawaja Moinuddin Chisti more popularly known as Khawaja Saheb or Khawaja Sharif. The shrine is next only to Mecca or Median for the Muslims of South Asia.
Emperor Akbar used to make a pilgrimage to this Dargah from Agra once a year.

Adhai-Din-Ka Jhonpara
One of the finest examples of Indo-Islamic architecture, this mosque was a Sanskrit college in the 12th century. In 1193 AD Mohammad Ghori destroyed the college and a mosque was built in its place.

The mosque is built on pillars and surprisingly no two pillars are alike. The archways are finely engraved with Kufi and Jughra inscriptions from the Holy Quran (also spelt as Koran).
Nasiyan (Jain Temple)

This red coloured Jain temple was built in the late 19th century. The wooden gilt in the double storeyed hall depicts scenes from the Jain mythology. The beauty of this temple is widely acclaimed. Museum - The Royal palace of Akbar was converted into a museum and today it houses a rich collection of Mughal and Rajput armoury. Some of the fine and delicate sculptures of the region have been displayed here.

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Pushkar Fair - 17th to 24th November, 2007

Every year thousands of devotees throng the lake around the full moon day of Kartik Purnima in October-November to take a holy dip in the lake.
Huge and colorful cattle fair "The Pushkar Fair", is also held during this time. Pushkar fair is well-known for it's Camel trading and other attractive activities.

PushKar Places

Temples
Pushkar boasts temples, through few are as ancient pilgrimage site many were destroyed by Aurangzeb and subsequently rebuilt

Ghats

Numerous ghats run down to the lake, and pilgrims are constantly bathing in the lake's holy waters.

Hotels
Many hotels in Pushkar.

Eating
outPushkar is one of the those town in which everyone has a favorite restaurant

Pushkar Lake in Pushkar :

It is semicircular lake around which there are 52 "Ghats". The max depth of the lake is 10 mts. The lake is a holy place and is known as the king of the "Trithas". The bath at Pushkar is thought to be more important than at any other place.

The holy dip in this lake on kartika Purnima is thought to be salvation giving.The man who BATHES in the Shukla Paksha of Karitha month and has the Darshan of varah will not take rebirth on this earth and enjoy the bliss of heaven.

The people who have a holy dip at the lake on karitha Purinama, gain the fruit equal to do the Jap and Tap for one hundred years. There are many yajna spots which cannot be counted even by Vrihshpati, the teacher of the gods.
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How Can Reach in Jaipur

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Flights
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Hotels In Jaipur

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Heritage Hotels of Jaipur

Luxury Hotels of Jaipur

Bella Casa

Chokhi Dhani Resort

Clarks Amer

Country Inn & Suites Jai Mahal Palace

Rambagh Palace Shiv Vilas

Deluxe Hotels of Jaipur

Maya International Hotel Neelam

Om Tower

Park Plaza Jaipur

The Wall Street Hotel

Trident Hilton Jaipur

Economy Hotels of Jaipur

Arya Niwas

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Tourism Palace in Jaipur

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Many Tourism Palace in Jaipur.

Hawa Mahal, Jaipur
Hawa Mahal is a major landmark and a famous tourist attraction of Jaipur. The Palace offers a beautiful sight to behold.

The splendid Rajputana architecture of Hawa Mahal, still speaks the glory of the royal family. However, one can also find a glimpse of Mughal architecture, which is blended perfectly to make it different from others. The literal meaning of Hawa Mahal is Palace of Winds. Hawa Mahal was built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799. Jaipur

Jantar Mantar, Jaipur
Between 1727 and 1734 Maharajah Jai Singh II of Jaipur constructed five astronomical observatories in west central India.

The observatories, or "Jantar Mantars" as they are commonly known, incorporate multiple buildings of unique form, each with a specialized function for astronomical measurement.

These structures with their striking combinations of geometric forms at large scale, have captivated the attention of architects, artists, and art historians world wide, yet remain largely unknown to the general public. he Man has always been fascinated by the Universe and the Cosmos. With every passing year we think we have come closer to unfolding the secrets of the dark skies.

But just as we think we are close to discovering the key or the knowledge, we realize we haven't even crossed the threshold yet. Even our ancestors and the people before us, could not resist the temptation and made attempts to learn more about the mysteries of Time and Space.

City Palace, Jaipur

The City Palace was built by Maharaja Jai Singh II of the Kachhwaha clan of Rajputs, but a lot of changes and additions were made to the original structure by his successors.
The City Palace Jaipur is also known as the Chandra Mahal or Moon Palace and it is here that the royal family of Jaipur stays even today.

The Sawai Man Singh II Museum, which is open to the public, occupies the ground floor and the courtyards of the City Palace. The Krishna Temple a well-known temple in Jaipur is located in the Jai Niwas Garden, to the North of the City Palace.

The City Palace Jaipur is also known as the Chandra Mahal or Moon Palace and it is here that the royal family of Jaipur stays even today. The Sawai Man Singh II Museum, which is open to the public, occupies the ground floor and the courtyards of the City Palace. The Krishna Temple a well-known temple in Jaipur is located in the Jai Niwas Garden, to the North of the City Palace.

Amber Fort, Jaipur
Amber (pronounced Amer) is situated about 11 kilometres from Jaipur and was the ancient citadel of the ruling Kachhawa clan of Amber, before the capital was shifted in the plains to present day Jaipur.

Amber (pronounced Amer) is situated about 11 kilometres from Jaipur and was the ancient citadel of the ruling Kachhawa clan of Amber, before the capital was shifted in the plains to present day Jaipur.
The Amber Fort set in picturesque and rugged hills is a fascinating blend of Hindu and Mughal architecture. Constructed by Raja Man Singh I in 1952 and completed by Sawai Jai Singh I the fort is made in red sand stone and white marble.

Within the complex, Ganesh Pol, an imposing gateway painted with images of the elephant-headed god, Ganesh, takes pride of the place. Also a part of the complex is the Diwan-i-Am or hall of the public audience with its spectacular display of pillars.

The typical merging of Rajput and Mughal architectural styles is captured in the Sukh Nivas and Jas Mandir apartments, and the Charbagh garden with its perfectly proportioned landscaping. A highlight is the pierced screen windows which offer views form points of vantage, as well as the shimmering mirrors encrusting the walls of the Sheesh Mahal. Several other gardens and pavilions within the sprawling spread of ramparts offer enough scope for investigating medieval lifestyles at leisure.

Know About Pinkcity Jaipur in Rajasthan

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About Jaipur
Jaipur is 260 km from Delhi and 240 km from Agra and forms the most chosen tourism golden triangle of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur.

It a bustling capital city and a business centre with all the trapping of modern metropolis but yet flavoured strongly with an age-old charm that never fails to surprise a traveller.

The old Jaipur painted in Pink can grip any visitor with admiration. Stunning backdrop of ancient forts Nahargarh, Amer, Jagarh and Moti Dungri are dramatic testimonials of the bygone era and a reminder of their lingering romance.

There is a feast in store for tourists. Attractive monuments where one can breathe the fragrance of history. Comfortable and luxurious hotels, once the proud of kings, parks, gardens, and excursions of nearby places of interest, make Jaipur a tourist's paradise.

Jaipur is named after its founder the warrior and astronomer sovereign Sawai Jai Singh II (ruled 1688 to 1744). The decision to move out of his hilltop capital Amer was also compelled by reasons of growing population and paucity of water.

Moreover in the early seventh century the power of the great Mughals was dwindling with its aging Monarch Aurangzeb and after several centuries of invasions the north was now quite and the wealth of the kingdom had become greater than before.

Seizing upon this opportune time Jai Singh planned his new capital in the planes. Jaipur is a corroborativeeffort of Sawai Jai Singh's strong grounding in sciences and astrology and a Bengali architect Vidyadhar with a strong instinct for planning.

It was repainted in 1876, during the visit of the Prince of Wales. Best to explore on foot, the adventurous visitor who wishes to go to inner places can discover a new meaning of tour not available to the general tourist.

Amer Fort
At a short distance of 11 kms . from Jaipur, the Amer Fort complex stands amidst wooded hills overlooking the Delhi-Jaipur highway, with its forbidding ramparts reflected in the still waters of the Maota Lake below.

Aamer Fort

Hawa Mahal is a pyramid-shaped facade with five stories. It has 953 small windows decorated with tiny lattice work. These pink sandstone windows commonly known as "Jharokhas" are constructed in such a style, that it looks like a giant honeycomb.

The air circulation through windows represents the marvelous touch of Mughal designing, which keeps the Palace always cool.
The small screened balconies and arched roofs with hanging cornices enhance the beauty of the Palace. The Pyramidal outline and replication of pattern makes it more attractive in appearance.

Climate of Jaipur

Like other northern parts of India, Jaipur has climate, which can be called extreme. It means the region is quite hot during summer and chilly in winters. The temperature rises to 45 degrees during summer and dips below five degrees during winters. However, October to March is an ideal time to tour the Pink City.