Jaipur, capital city of Rajasthan, popularly known as the 'pink city of India', Jaipur is any tourist's delight. The city was founded in 1727 AD by one of the greatest rulers of the Kachhawaha family, king Sawai Jai Singh. The pink color was used at the time of constructing the place to create an impression of red sandstone buildings of Mughal cities. The whole town was however repainted in 1876, during the visit of the Prince of Wales, later Edward VII.
Situated at a distance of 260 kms from Delhi and 240 kms from Agra, Jaipur forms a strategic link the triangle tourist tour of Delhi-Agra-Jaipur. It is lively capital city always bustling with action and is turning slowly and steadily into a major trade hub also. The place offers a perfect blend of traditionalism with modernity, existing in close cooperation with each other, never failing to disappoint the tourists visiting the place. To have a feel of this destination, accompany us on Tour Packages for Jaipur.
True to its title of being a Royal City, Jaipur offers everything from historic monuments to precious stones and pearls and not to forget the famous lacquer bangles that are famous worldwide. Within the city, Amer Palace, Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar and Jal Mahal are some of the places that leaves those visiting it completely spell bound.
Premier shopping areas of Jaipur are Rajasthali (Govt. handicrafts shop), Jauhari Bazaar, Nehru Bazaar, Bapu Bazaar and Chaupar Stalls that sell everything from wollen rugn to exquisite pieces of jewellery. In addition to the usual festivals and fares, some special fares and festivals of the place are Makar Sankranti in the middle of January; Shitla Mela at Chaksu held in March-April, Gangaur in March-April, Elephant Festival around March and Teej held in between Feb.-March.
Sunday, June 7, 2009
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PLACES TO VISIT
Lotous Temple( Bahai`s House of Worship) Situated atop the Kalkaji Hill. It is also known as The Lotous Temple due to its distinctive lotous shaped design in marble . it was built in 1987 by the followers of Bahai faith. The temple signifies the purity and
equality of all religions . (Monday Closed)
Humayun`s Tomb: Built by Humayun`s widow, Queen Haji Begum in the 16th centurary, it is supposed to be prototype of the Taj Mahal at Agra.
Raj Ghat :The simple square platform of black marble marks the place where the father of Nation , Mahatma Gandhi , was cremated.
Red fort : Built by Shahjahan, the builder of the Taj Mahal in Agra. The construction lasted from 1639 to 1648. (Monday Closed)
Jama Masjid : Jama Masjid is the largest mosque in India and stands across the road from the Red Fort, built in 1656 by Shahjahan. About 20,000 people can pray here at a time.
Lakshmi Naryan Temple : Popularly Known as Birla Mandir, it is a large Hindu temple built in Orissan style, in 1938, by the renowned Birla family. People of all faith can worship at this temple.
President House : Situated on an elevated area, the President house earlier the Viceroy`s House is today the official residence of the President of India. Built in imperial style , the mansion comprises 340 rooms and 12 separate courtyards. It contains a circular Durbar Hall with a throne, a state dining room 30.5 m. long , a huge bathrooms, three state drawing rooms and numerous state suites and great bedrooms, besides private quarters for the President and his family.
India Gate : Further eat from the Secretarial Building lies the All India War Memorial Arch, now known as the India Gate. The 42 metre high free standing, arch was designed by Lutyens and built in 1931. India Gate was raised in the memory of 90,000 Indians soldiers killed during the World War-1. On the arch itself are inscribed the names of the 13,516 British an Indian officers, who died in the North-West Frontier and the third Afghan war . Nowadays, it has also become a memorial to the unknown soldier and is popular evening spot.
Qutub Minar : Qutub Minar is an excellent example of Afghan architecture, . The minar is a 72.5 mts. High victory tower , the construction of which began in the final year of twelth century by Qutubu`d Din-Aibak and was later completed by his successors.
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